Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown

Season 11

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Season 11 began on Sunday, April 29 at 9pm ET/PT with a trip to West Virginia, in a special extended episode. The eight-episode season also features tours of Newfoundland, Uruguay, Armenia, Bhutan, Berlin, U.S. Cajun country, and Hong Kong.

Where to Watch Season 11

8 Episodes

West Virginia
E1
West VirginiaBourdain digs deep into the proud, often misunderstood culture of West Virginia, as he traverses a 5,000 foot mine, observes the demolition derby-like sport of rock-bouncing and dines on signature Appalachian dishes.
Uruguay
E2
UruguayAnthony Bourdain journeys to the progressive South American nation of Uruguay, accompanied by NYC chef Ignacio Mattos, a native Uruguayan, where they enjoy a wide selection of meats in a country where cattle outnumber people almost 4 to 1.
Newfoundland
E3
NewfoundlandAn exploration of this rocky, east coast Canadian island by Bourdain reveals a magical place abundant in fish and wild game and steeped in distinctive traditions. Guided by prominent chefs Frederic Moran, Jeremy Charles and David McMillan, the host takes part in cod fishing, moose hunting, and axe throwing and dines on charred whelk with brasciola, caribou tartare, and Newfoundland classic Jiggs Dinner (boiled meat & vegetables). A side trip to the nearby French archipelago of St. Pierre is the setting for a home cooked meal of sea urchin pâté, stuffed squid over rice and braised halibut.
Armenia
E4
ArmeniaBourdain takes a wide-angle look at the culture and history of this country, heavily influenced by Europe and Russia, with guides musician of Armenian descent Serj Tankian (System of a Down), and historian/Armenian resident Richard Giragosian. Breaking bread with Tankian at the restaurant Dolmama in Yerevan, during dinners with locals, the host explores the native and diaspora Armenian populations’ survival and achievements against the odds.
Hong Kong
E5
Hong KongHong Kong, a city that’s always in transition and unapologetically modern has another side…a beautiful one that’s in danger of disappearing entirely. Bourdain experiences this city through the eyes and lens of legendary cinematographer and longtime Hong Kong resident Christopher Doyle (Chungking Express, In the Mood for Love, The White Girl).
Berlin
E6
BerlinIn Berlin – an anomaly among German metropolises – Bourdain encounters an extremely accepting society, teeming with unbridled creativity, despite a grim history. Against the backdrop of Berlin Wall remnants, the host communes with musician Anton Newcombe (Brian Jonestown Massacre) for a home-cooked meal, and electronic artist Ellen Allien over a lunch of sausage made from chicken, pigs feet and sage at Michelberger. Bourdain also mixes in with photographers, club bouncers, cabaret owners, and historians, to discuss this city’s unparalleled culture.
Cajun Mardi Gras
E7
Cajun Mardi GrasFar from the beaded revelries and parades of New Orleans, Anthony Bourdain travels to Cajun Country in southern Louisiana to sample Creole and Cajun food and participate in a traditional Cajun "chicken run", dressed in a colorful costume.
Bhutan
E8
BhutanAnthony Bourdain journeys with director Darren Aronofsky to the Himalayan nation of Bhutan, sampling the cuisine and immersing themselves in the culture of a country trying to hold on to its traditions as it strives to modernize.