Anthony Bourdain's a Cook's Tour

Season 2

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The #1 food writer and television host in the world, Anthony Bourdain reinvented the food travel genre. In his groundbreaking first series, Bourdain travels around the world indulging his taste for local cuisine and eccentric characters.
13 Episodes
  • Food Tastes Better with Sand Between Your Toes
    E1
    Food Tastes Better with Sand Between Your ToesIn the Caribbean paradise of St. Martin, Tony eats a healthy Rastafarian meal with a freedom fighter, helps prepare grub for a food caravan, discovers foodstuffs not available at American supermarkets, and finally relaxes at a beach bar.
  • No Beads, No Babes, No Bourbon Street
    E2
    No Beads, No Babes, No Bourbon StreetThere has to be a New Orleans that's just for locals. That's what Tony wants to find. But, will he discover more than he intended? Tony makes his first ever trip to pre-katrina New Orleans where he vows to stay away from the French Quarter, "No Beads, No Boobs, No Bourbon Street".
  • A Mystical World
    E3
    A Mystical WorldKnown as Brazil's capital of happiness, Salvador da Bahia offers fruitful local markets and rich cuisine. Tony takes part in a traditional local ceremony and experiences the talents of the famous Bahian artist of the kitchen, Chef Dada.
  • How to Be a Carioca
    E4
    How to Be a CariocaWhat is a Carioca? The natives of Rio de Janiero are lovable scamps who avoid work, prefer the beach, flirting, and hanging out at restaurants and bars instead. Tony, under the tutelage of an exemplary Carioca, gives the lifestyle a try.
  • Elements of a Great Bar
    E5
    Elements of a Great BarEveryone knows Tony likes to drink, especially after a hard night at Les Halles. In this episode, Tony tries to discover what exactly make the perfect watering hole in New York. Some of his requirements include a loaded juke box, an absence of karaoke, and a bartender who leans towards crazy.
  • The Struggle for the Soul of America
    E6
    The Struggle for the Soul of AmericaTony visits the Mall of America to discover what draws Americans to the food court. A local French chef will explain his approach to broaden Americans' palates. Will Tony ever be able to understand what Americans like?
  • The BBQ Triangle
    E7
    The BBQ TriangleBarbecue in America comes in a variety of ways. Tony explores the three largest types when he visits Kansas City, Houston and North Carolina. Each offers their own variation of sauce, smoke, ribs, and brisket.
  • Mad Tony, The Food Warrior
    E8
    Mad Tony, The Food WarriorTony makes a trip that can only be classified as crazy! He travels half-way round the world to eat the world's best meal at Tetsuya's. Along the way, he must survive the Australian outback and a host of wild characters to make it to his destination.
  • Down Under: The Wild West of Cooking
    E9
    Down Under: The Wild West of CookingTony explores the un-hampered creative cuisine of Australia and discovers just how good the wine can be in this region. Melbourne has a wealth of things Tony can appreciate, including macho chefs, a food loving culture, and a crazy attitude towards eating.
  • Singapore: NY in 20 Years
    E10
    Singapore: NY in 20 YearsTony is almost overwhelmed by the amount of food in Singapore. From chicken congee to root beer floats, Tony explores the city. From "wet markets" to the red light district, he is amazed by all the city has to offer.
  • Let's Get Lost
    E11
    Let's Get LostTony tries to lose himself in Thailand by trying a variety of new activities. He rides an elephant, eats native cooking with a Thai family, attempts kick-boxing, and experiences an authentic massage.
  • My Friend Linh
    E12
    My Friend LinhTony returns to his beloved Hanoi, Vietnam to visit his friend, Linh, for the Vietnamese lunar New Year holiday of Tet. Together they enjoy the holiday and indulge in all the exotic delicacies Vietnamese culture offers.
  • One Night in Bangkok
    E13
    One Night in BangkokTony makes a serious of quick and crazy stops. A layover in Bangkok has him meeting a crazy Westerner who introduces him to some interesting foods. Next, he lands in Singapore, where he meets his book editor. They enjoy fish head curry, a notorious dish in Little India. On the last show of the series, Tony visits Bangkok and Chef and author of "Strange Foods", Jerry Hopkins. Jerry has written the book on "edible exotica" and has inspired some of Tony's most outrageous meals.
Cast of Season 2
  • Anthony Bourdain
 
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