
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
Bourdain travels the world, using food as the way in.
Synopsis
Anthony Bourdain travels the world eating where people actually eat, using food as the way into somewhere rather than the point of going. Across each destination he sits down with cooks, families and strangers, and lets the meal carry the politics, the history and the argument.
Episodes
•Finding Hidden Gems - Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown - S03 E08 - Travel & Cooking
42mMore than 100 bottles of whiskey are produced daily in Chiang Mai, where Anthony Bourdain engages with local food culture and traditions.
•Istanbul
41mTurkey's parliamentary elections result in the ruling party losing seats for the first time, allowing the pro-Kurdish party to gain a voice in government.
•Jerusalem
41mAnthony Bourdain visits Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza, focusing on their rich culture and food.
•Morocco (Tangier)
41mTangier served as an international zone from 1923 to 1956, attracting writers, artists, and those seeking an alternative lifestyle.
•Glasgow
41mGlasgow's vibrant culture and cuisine are highlighted through Anthony Bourdain's experiences with local dishes like deep-fried haggis and roasted grouse.
•New Jersey
41mAnthony Bourdain returns to New Jersey, exploring his childhood memories with his brother Chris, visiting Hiram's, Atlantic City, and Asbury Park with local figures.
•Charleston
41mBourdain visits Charleston to taste traditional Gullah dishes like oyster pie and shrimp and grits, reflecting the city's rich food culture.
•Cologne
41mCologne's vibrant culture shines through its annual Carnival, Kölsch beer, and the city's response to the European migrant crisis.
•Lyon
41mLyon's rich food culture is explored as Anthony Bourdain and chef Daniel Boulud pay tribute to culinary legend Paul Bocuse and the city's renowned chefs.
•Russia
41mMore than 50 billion dollars of public money was spent on the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, overshadowing political tensions in Russia.
•Quebec & Canada
41mThree feet of ice cover the St. Lawrence River as Anthony Bourdain joins chefs Fred Morin and Dave McMillan for ice fishing and culinary adventures in Quebec.
•Okinawa
41mMore than 150,000 men, women, and children lost their lives during the Battle of Okinawa in World War II, a conflict that shaped the island's identity.
•Los Angeles
41mFour food trucks changed the culinary scene in Los Angeles by combining Korean and Mexican flavors, reflecting a new American identity.
•Sicily
41m40 acres of organic farmland at Villa Monaci serve as the backdrop for Anthony Bourdain's culinary adventures in Sicily.
•Shanghai
41mChina has a population of around 1.3 billion people, with a rapidly growing middle class demanding luxury goods and services.
•Montana
41mA thunderstorm hits Montana at 3:00 a.m., as Anthony Bourdain reflects on the state's vast landscapes and rich cultural history.
•New Mexico
41mNew Mexico's vibrant culture, shaped by diverse culinary influences and complex social issues, reflects a unique blend of traditions and modern challenges.
•Tokyo
41m50 different businesses operate within a single building in Tokyo, reflecting the city's complex and often hidden subcultures.
•Hawaii
41mTen thousand humpback whales migrate to Hawaii each year, with conservation efforts helping to recover their population.
•Iran
41mTehran, a city of nearly eight million people, welcomes Anthony Bourdain with warmth as he navigates its culture and cuisine.
•Mexico
41mMexico City, Oaxaca, and Cuernavaca showcase local residents' passion for food and art while grappling with the impacts of drug trade-related violence.
•Hue, Vietnam
41mHuế, known as The City of Ghosts, serves as a vibrant backdrop for Anthony Bourdain's exploration of Vietnam's rich culinary and cultural heritage.
•South Africa
41mIn July 2013, South Africa mourned the critically ill Nelson Mandela as the nation faced uncertainty about its future without him.
•Massachusetts
41mOver 100 people have joined a task force in Franklin County, Massachusetts, to combat the growing heroin epidemic affecting local families.
•Libya
41m42 years of dictatorship ended in Libya as citizens celebrated their newfound freedom with fireworks and gatherings in Martyrs Square.
•Tanzania
41m1.5 billion dollars is spent annually in Tanzania by tourists seeking to experience its wildlife and cultural heritage.
•Korea
41mBourdain experiences Seoul's food culture, including Korean fried chicken and budae jjigae with Spam.
•Detroit
41mA 3.5 million square foot former automotive plant now houses only one resident, reflecting Detroit's dramatic decline and ongoing efforts for revitalization.
•The Greek Islands
41mAnthony Bourdain highlights life and traditions on the Greek islands in this episode.
•Bahia, Brazil
42mParts Unknown highlights Bahia's Afro-Brazilian culture, food, and Capoeira dance.
•Cuba
41mA fishing village in Cuba serves fresh seafood, reflecting the country's economic transition as the U.S. begins to normalize relations with the island.
•Bay Area
41mTwo generations of Bourdain's family came to San Francisco during the gold rush in the 1850s, reflecting on the city's ongoing changes.
•Marseille
41mTwo chefs sample a variety of Corsican cheeses while exploring Marseille, France's oldest city, known for its rich culinary traditions.
•Colombia
41m45 miles southeast of Bogotá, Bourdain visits remote settlements in the Amazon basin, accessible only by boat or a vintage DC-3 airplane.
•Buenos Aires
41mIn Buenos Aires, Anthony Bourdain explores local cuisine at Don Carlito's, attends a passionate soccer match, and engages in a psychoanalysis session.
•Ethiopia
41mAddis Ababa is one of the fastest growing economies in the world, fueled by foreign investment and a returning Ethiopian diaspora.
•Mississipi, Delta
42mBourdain visits Jackson's Big Apple Inn and explores Mississippi's Civil Rights history.
•Chicago
41mA 400-pound man known as Reuben Four Toes became a local legend at the Old Town Ale House, where he shared stories and laughter with patrons.
•Borneo
41mAnthony Bourdain returns to Borneo after a decade, savoring chicken rendang and pork noodles in Kuala Lumpur's vibrant street food scene.
•Miami
41mMichelle Bernstein serves a unique take on the traditional Cuban sandwich at Islas Canarias, a restaurant located 20 miles from Miami's airport.
•Tbilisi, Georgia
41mIn November 2015, Anthony Bourdain faced challenges reaching Georgia due to severe weather that grounded his flight from Istanbul.
•Spain
41mTony Bourdain spends time in Granada, where free tapas are served with drinks, and locals embrace the tradition of taking siestas during the day.
•Paraguay
41mSix million people live in Paraguay, a country known for its dense jungles and arid scrub, where local cuisine reflects its rich heritage and complex history.
•Budapest
41mFour traditional dishes are sampled, including goulash, blood sausage, and a golden brown pancake topped with chicken liver and bone marrow.
•The Bronx
41mAugust 1973 marks the beginning of hip-hop music in the Bronx, sparked by DJ Kool Herc's innovative performances at a birthday party.
•Manila
41mBourdain explores Manila's festive streets and local cuisine during Christmas in the Philippines.
•Senegal
41mAnthony Bourdain visits Senegal, meeting Youssou N'Dour and exploring its unique culture.
•Madagascar
41mMadagascar was settled around 700 A.D. by people from what is now Indonesia, later joined by Africans and colonized by the French in 1895.
•Beirut
41mBeirut's vibrant nightlife, exquisite cuisine, and rich culture are explored through Anthony Bourdain's encounters with local artists and communities.
•Congo
41mThe Congo River, a vital waterway in Africa, serves as the final barrier between Anthony Bourdain and his flight home after a chaotic nine-day trip.
•Myanmar
41mMyanmar's recent government relaxation allows Anthony Bourdain to explore its stunning landscapes and rich culinary traditions in this captivating episode.
•Copenhagen
41mNoma, a restaurant in Copenhagen, was named the world's best restaurant for three consecutive years from 2010 to 2012 by Restaurant magazine.
•Las Vegas
41mLas Vegas grew from a population of 100,000 in the 1940s to over 2 million today, reflecting its rapid expansion and changing character.
•Peru
41mIn Lima, Anthony Bourdain and chef Eric Ripert explore Peru's culinary scene, visiting chef Kokke Osion and engaging with farmers in the Andes about rare wild cocoa.
•Jamaica
41mA divided country reveals itself as Tony visits Jamaica's North Eastern Coast, contrasting the island's beauty with its social complexities.
•Punjab, India
42mIn Punjab, India, Anthony Bourdain explores Amritsar's local cuisine at dhabas, participates in a gurpurb festival, and visits Chapslee Estate.















