Anthony Bourdain

Anyone else into Anthony Bourdain's shows?

I've downloaded every episode of No Reservations, The Layover, and Parts Unknown (I've never actually seen it when it's been on TV... Mostly due to not having cable...) The Parts Unknown episode of Iran is by far my favourite... What a country. Azadi Square (specifically Azadi Tower, pictured below) is one of the most breathtaking buildings I've ever laid eyes on. (would love to see it in person one day)

 

Love it...the new one has some great photographers, the filming is different that before.

 

He's a jerk, but he makes good travel shows when he doesn't get too hung up on food.

 

I like him! I spent almost a decade in the restaurant industry and his book Kitchen Confidential was spot on. I also loved No Reservations. Haven't seen much else by him, but I'm quite fond. He's got that asshole personality that is so prevalent in the food world. Smart guy, but just totally reckless, which makes for entertaining TV.

 

I enjoy his shows but I do have to say he can be rather obnoxious at times. Perhaps he needs to drink less when filming.