Anthony Bourdain
Himself - Host
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005)
Season 2
Anthony Bourdain uncovers the best cuisine across the world. At each location, Tony dives headfirst into life's colorful and rich pageant, bringing his intellectual curiosity, empathy, wit and boundless appetite.
Released July 25, 2005
Episode 45 min
15+
Genres: Adventure, Documentary, Reality TV
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Watch Providers: Hulu, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Disney Plus, Travel Channel + 10 more, Travel Channel, Spectrum On Demand, Discovery +, Plex, Discovery+ Amazon Channel, HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Plex Channel, Philo, YouTube TV
Network: Travel Channel
Country: United States
Languages:
English
S2E1 - Asia Special: China & Japan
In this special two-hour season two premiere, Tony's culinary journey takes him to the main hubs of Asian cuisine: Japan and China. In Japan, he visits Osaka, where he learns all about the Hanshin Tigers-Yomiuri Giants baseball rivalry; to Japan's version of vaudeville, manzai; and to kuidaore (eating oneself to ruin) where he samples takoyaki, okonomiyaki and later sushi. From there, Tony meets up with an old friend, Michiko, and they travel to Kisoji for a water purification ritual; learn the exchange of meishi and help celebrate Obon. Later, Tony attends a Hanshin Tigers game.
In China, a country Tony has never visited, he attempts to tackle as much of its cuisine and culture as he can in a short period of time. Beijing is Tony's first stop, where he samples Peking duck, the nasty bits of a sheep, and a variety of noodles at a noodle house. Tony gets a lesson in Chinese calligraphy and visits a doctor for some traditional Chinese medicine such as acupuncture, fire cupping, and elec
March 27, 2006, midnight
S2E2 - South Florida
Tony begins his exploration of outer Miami in the vibrant Creole enclave of Little Haiti. Later, he heads out to the vast subtropical preserves of the Everglades. And in South Beach he visits a dive bar, Club Deuce.
April 3, 2006, midnight
S2E3 - Peru
Tony meets famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio, tries Peruvian Ceviche and goes sightseeing in the capital city, Lima. Then he travels to a village in Tambopata, the Peruvian jungle, and tries piranhas and goes through unique experiences. Finally he visits the city of Cusco to try new stuff in a local market and Machu Picchu, where he tries to find peace of mind.
April 10, 2006, midnight
S2E4 - Quebec
Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Institute and plays hockey with a local university hockey team.
April 17, 2006, midnight
S2E5 - Sweden
Tony travels to Sweden for a taste of all it has to offer. Along the way he hopes to get past the stereotypes of blond bombshells, meatballs and bad music–ABBA.
April 24, 2006, midnight
S2E6 - Puerto Rico
Tony and Andy, a native, dine on roasted pig in Caicay, attend a posh party at a hacienda, search for a Chuppacabra in the jungle, meet the undefeated boxing champion, Miguel Cotto, and travel to Ponce to take in the Festival of the Virgin Mary.
May 1, 2006, midnight
S2E8 - U.S./Mexico Border
Tony visits Southwest Texas bar and grill; nachos in Piedras Nigras; boat tour of the Rio Grande River.
May 22, 2006, midnight
S2E9 - India (Rajasthan)
India is a land of color, aroma, kind people, and delicious cuisine. Anthony heads off to the more desolate region of Rajasthan in the northwest corner of the continent where he attends a birthday party and explores life in this magical region.
May 29, 2006, midnight
S2E10 - India (Kolkata/Bombay)
Over the years, Tony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communities - it's all delicious and enchanting. Tony travels to Kolkata and Mumbai, formerly Calcutta and Bombay, to rediscover the magic of this beautiful land.
June 5, 2006, midnight
S2E11 - Korea
Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must come with him and guide him through Korean cuisine, customs and culture.
June 12, 2006, midnight
S2E12 - Indonesia
Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the rich history and cuisine of Jakarta and Bali.
June 19, 2006, midnight
S2E7 - Japan
Anthony Bourdain's Japanese adventure begins in Osaka at an underground bar devoted to the hardcore fans of the local baseball team, the Hanshin Tigers. Then he goes to the Kiso Valley for some relaxation.
May 8, 2006, midnight
S2E13 - Beirut
Anthony Bourdain and his crew travel to Lebanon. They discover a beautiful country filled with proud, generous people and delicious food. However, they find themselves in the middle of a tense, uncertain, and violent conflict.
June 26, 2006, midnight
Network: Travel Channel
Episode Runtime: 45 min.
Season Runtime: 6165 min.
Released: July 25, 2005
Last Air Date: Nov. 5, 2012, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
Common sense age: 15+
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