We're also looking at a sequel to the filthy, yet strangely compelling Food Porn special -- this one provisonally titled "HOT 'N' NASTY FOOD SLUTS 2" (though I suspect I'll be hearing from the network lawyers on this) and a bounce around the Outer Boroughs of New York.

Of the series of shows airing imminently, I'm eager to see the polished final edit of the Thailand show -- particularly during the muy thai sequence, the car "chase" stuff we shot in San Francisco, the return of Zamir on the Rust Belt show -- and very much looking forward to seeing what the Sardinia show is going to look like (it's still in editing) as it's got prominent personal/family elements (We've jokingly been calling it the "Meet the Fokkers Show").

I will tell you that Chile, the first show, was a gorgeous experience. It's an amazing country -- almost many countries in one, topographically speaking. The wine is shockingly good. The people are really nice. And they like pork. A lot. Arroyado? Awesome!

As I know we have many, many Chilean fans, I hope we don't disappoint. How can you not love a place that serves a mutant hot dog like the "completo?!!"

The experience was notable for a few reasons beyond Chile's general marvelousness: First off, editor Dave Robinson came along with us (we bring along our editors now and again -- as sort of an outreach program -- let 'em see the real world outside their dark, funky smelling cubicles). Possibly overcome by the excitement of being outdoors -- or simply swacked on pisco sours, Dave took a face-first tumble out of his hot tub in Patagonia, injuring his leg. It's hard to sympathize with a guy who hurts himself falling out of a freakin' hot tub -- on an idyllic stretch of unspoiled Chilean coastline, no less. You can be assured that much merriment was made of his misery.

Lead producer Rennik Soholt, in one of his first international efforts as The Big Cheese ran right into the grinder of misfortune when his plans for an all-important barbecue (curanto) on an island were aborted at the last minute due to harsh weather (Helicopter called back, supply caravan stranded, an angry, near mutinous crew, all while his annoyingly gleeful host enjoyed his torment).

Fortunately, we captured every moment of this exquisite misery on tape. You'll get to see that on an upcoming "BURNING QUESTIONS" special episode.

A final note on Chile; I would like to make a public appeal to the woman who unexpectedly gave birth during my speaking gig in Santiago (Or anyone who can reach out to her). I'd love to know: Boy or Girl? Antonio? or Antonia? Please let me know.

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   Courtney - July 12 2009 @ 8:46 pm

   Can't wait for "HOT 'N' NASTY FOOD SLUTS 2", haha love it!

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   Courtney - July 12 2009 @ 8:46 pm

   Can't wait for "HOT 'N' NASTY FOOD SLUTS 2", haha love it!

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   Rauel' - July 12 2009 @ 8:46 pm

   Tony, you're not getting soft on us are you. A little fresh fruit and you start getting a little nostalgic and weak in the knees. Remember, this is RR & EVOO, "giggle-giggle". You must be strong man, be strong! Quickly, find some "organ meat, some brains, or some like staple and get a grip man! Be brave and hold strong, this too shall pass.

   Looking forward to your new shows and adventures. EVOO??

   Peace, Rauel'

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   jim nance - July 12 2009 @ 9:14 pm

   Tony- the episode on Spain aired tonight (July12 8:00 pm EDT) on Spain and the Adria brothers, et al, and your venture then into San Sebastian area- the power then went out due to a storm- please tell me the names of the other chefs and their restaurants in the last 30 minutes of that show
   Thank you
   Jim Nance

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   Sandra - July 12 2009 @ 9:27 pm

   Tony, any chance you might get a twitter account? We'd love to see you there!

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   kim - July 12 2009 @ 9:30 pm

   Glad to see you back blogging. Been on a Bourdainapalooza all summer, reading 2 of your books and watching the show. Looking forward to seeing you at the Genesee Theater in Illinois....one of your more exciting, exotic locations I'm sure.

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   Amy - July 12 2009 @ 9:36 pm

   The Rust Belt episode covers Buffalo, Baltimore and Detroit. There's been a separate Cleveland show. Should we be expecting a Pittsburgh show... or do you have a deep-seated hate of my fine city?

   Please don't make me (and my fellow Pittsburghers) beg for a visit. I mean, the President picked us for the G-20 summit this fall. Do you *really* think you're better than twenty of the world's leaders? Ok, don't answer that. However, you and your producers should consider spending some time in the area.

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   nicholas - July 12 2009 @ 9:52 pm

   I just ate three 'meals', drank a bottle of wine and smoked hookah by myself in the last couple hours watching this little marathon, even though I have already seen the Spain and Greece episodes...have to say you are one of the most genuine and cool guys on tv these days. My wife and I love your show. You should go to South Africa next year during the world cup and take us along if you'd like. :D

   I just started traveling outside the states two years ago and am really quite freaked out flying. I'm sure by now you are used to it, but in the beginning of your travels, did you experience paranoia and how did you deal with it? We are going to Salamanca in three weeks and I think I need something more than just clonazepam to settle my nerves.

   super stellar cosmic hippie love from burlington, vt
   -nick

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   Star - July 12 2009 @ 10:08 pm

   I, too, fell out of a hot tub once and broke my toe on a nearby wheelchair. (I blame Mr. Daniels.) In any case, I have been drinking wine and watching the Bourdain marathon tonight in anticipation of tomorrow's premiere. Stola!

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    Kate from Maine - July 12 2009 @ 10:26 pm

    Glad to see you're finally coming to Maine. There are a lot of places you will love, and no shortage of things to snark at. You could probably do a full episode on the Portland area alone, from Micucci's (do NOT miss this place) to the Church of the Scary Cross-Eyed Jesus.

    On the other hand, so many shows ignore the inland areas, and I'm hoping you can break the tradition. The Bethel area has lots of food and activities that could make great TV, and it's so quintessentially New England that sometimes it's hard to believe it's real. In fact, one of the views that is most evocative of New England in general and Maine in particular is at the Middle Intervale Meeting House in Bethel.

    I'm looking forward to the new episodes. Even when things don't work out, you never disappoint.

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    pilar - July 12 2009 @ 10:27 pm

    Howdy Tony...........Living on St. Croix Virgin Islands
    We have a very rich history here and even better food...
    Love the show........If you are ever down this waycome and see me in Crucian Land......home of the Drinking Pigs, Bull Foot Soup. Ginger Ice Cream .....and lots of really nice people. Would love to meet the family and for you to meet my & Toby's Daughter..we split awhile back and I just could not leave the land of fun and sun.
    All the Best....Pilar

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    Mike - July 12 2009 @ 10:45 pm

    So glad the show is coming back. I had withdrawals so I switched the DVR to record past episodes too. I'm ready for some more adventures. My wife and I have become addicted to your commentary as you wax reminiscent, nostalgic, and then jump to the cynical and real thoughts that all cross our minds

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    june-baby - July 13 2009 @ 1:59 am

    Tony you do not want to miss out in going to Prague it's a beauitful city. The Czech Republic is a beautiful country the people are very friendly there.
    Monday can't get here soon enough looking forward to the Chile episode.

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    The Longest Way Home Travel Blog - July 13 2009 @ 3:35 am

    Am seriously looking forward to your take on Iranian and Congolese food. Both complete parallels.

    I enjoyed both, but would give the nod to Iranian food as Congolese had a habit of liquefying my stomach a bit too often :)

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    Ana Cristina - July 13 2009 @ 3:48 am

    I've always been drawn to Thailand, so I am especially looking forward to that episode! Glad to hear Zamir's back in action as well. :p

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    TOC - July 13 2009 @ 4:32 am

    I've been so looking forward to the new season... which would be surprising if you knew me. No fan of cooking shows, for a long while I missed out on your fantastic program (because I didn't realize it was so much more than a 'cooking cooking').

    Between your PUNK ROCK sensibilities, great insights and sharp, but never gimmicky, post-production, I was hooked as soon as my girlfriend clued me in.... consider me a new fan.

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    Brittany J - July 13 2009 @ 7:28 am

    I certainly am missing out, hopefully my DVR back in Florida is recording all the episodes I've missed...NORWAY DOSENT SHOW No Res...hmp...just a bunch of the canadian travel channel shows. eh?

    Side note: I absolutely think you sould do a show on Norway...screw the Swedes and ABBA...ok IKEA me likes.
    But I'm originally from Hawaii now I live in Florida, I crave the total opposite and I've never been more fascinated with the fjords...not to mention the black metal scene. Norway has both the safest city and the city with the most drug overdoses. Bergen and Oslo, complete opposites, probably because Oslo is so close to Sweden...

    So I came here last New Years for two months and experienced dead winter, now im in Bergen for 4 months during the summer [missing the heat and humidity of Florida, not.] It comes alive in summer...I've never been dumbstruck by nature like this...im use to rainbows and waterfalls not gigantic lakes and glorious fjords.

    With the undying devotion of a rocker gal trying to explore the world before the good old 21. =p

    peace, love and happy travels

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    Barbara Tiemeier - July 13 2009 @ 9:27 am

    Anthony was in India of some place like that where a particular dish had caught on and was being sold everywhere, as in a well organized movement, and Anthony said New Orleans could use your help. New Orleans was fine and up and running, downtown - French Quarter - hotels - restaraunts etc when my son went there the next year after Katrina. Galveston County TX on the other hand was hit hard by Hurricane Ike last year. They had 12 feet of flood water DOWNTOWN. Many homes had 4 -1 2 feet of water in them. Crystal Beach and Boliver Peninsula are just GONE. You can't tell where the roads were in some area, looks like a moonscape. President Bush #1 and President Clinton, who went to both cities after the massive storms, said that Galveston was a million times worse than New Orleans. Galveston is still digging out and drying out. New Orleans wasn't hit half as bad as Galveston was. Cedar Rapids Iowa was destroyed last year by a flood. Parkersburg Iowa was destroyed two weeks before that by a tornado. There are MANY cities that were hit much worse than NO was hit by Katrina. They just didn't get the publicity or politicalization that NO got. There have been years when Floria was hit by four big hurricanes, the press just only cared when they thought they could blame a federal government for Katrina.

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    zola - July 13 2009 @ 9:51 am

    Tony - Please do a show on Turkey! I was in Istanbul 2 years ago and absolutely loved it, however, it was a quick trip and I sadly didn't experience the cuisine as much as I would have liked. I'll be going back some day to hopefully see more of the country; your culinary input would be a valuable (and no doubt, entertaining) resource. Love the show!

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    Margaret - July 13 2009 @ 10:01 am

    Really looking forward to the Chile show tonight... the preview of you trying to tackle the monster dog (known here as a completo) shows great promise of what is yet to come!

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    Cindy - July 13 2009 @ 10:13 am

    Tony, I love you, but seems like you only write when you want something! I would watch the new episode no matter what; it's in between seasons that I long for your gleeful snark. But don't stop. Like most things in life, if some is good, more is better.

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    Paolo - July 13 2009 @ 10:15 am

    Tony, I heard you refer to Sweetbreads as being the Thymus Gland. In my experience sweetbreads were always the Pancreas.
    I thought eating Thymus Gland would screw up your metabolism with the Thyroid Hormones contained within?

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    andrew - July 13 2009 @ 12:39 pm

    Tony - You Rock! I mean your show is great, production, content, camerawork, etc... but your commentary consistently has me LMAO. Don't Stop!

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    Noemi - July 13 2009 @ 12:55 pm

    Anthony you're freaking AWESOME!!!!!! i love your show! it really is one of the best things in tv. I am truly excited about tonight's episode in Chile, i cant wait to hear everything you have to say about my country! thank you for taking the time to visit Chile and bringing it a little closer to me through your show! Salud!

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    artnlit - July 13 2009 @ 1:22 pm

    Good to see you back, Tony! Looking forward to getting my NR fix. The second half of this season looks to be quite fulfilling, whether they use your "slut" title or not! Cheers, Bonnie (artnlit) your tshirt connection from Pittsburgh

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    Rebecca - July 13 2009 @ 3:31 pm

    I'm so excited for the new season!!! Keep up the amazing work!! Can't wait until tonight :D

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    Josh - July 13 2009 @ 4:30 pm

    Provence! Looking forward to that one, and I hope you got pizza while you were there. Some brick farmhouse pizza joint I went to there had the BEST pizza I've ever eaten in my life, and yes, it too was served with a side of frites, and had a faint hint of lavender. I was 12, and I'll never forget it. Hope your luck was as good as mine!

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    Stephanie - July 13 2009 @ 4:56 pm

    Tony, I have recently finished a book that I think anyone who repeatedly travels should read. It's called A Son Of The Circus, by John Irving; its pretty damn intense but totally worth the read.
    If you haven't already read it totally pick it up.

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    Lori - July 13 2009 @ 5:56 pm

    I cannot believe no one mentioned Cuba! Even the prospect of that is awesome! I lived there for four months a few years ago... I want to know if its going to go through! And where you're going! Good luck. It is an awesome place that is totally worthy of your attentions.

    Keep on keeping on!

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    Lori - July 13 2009 @ 6:03 pm

    Oh, also- can I just tell you how great a job you did with the Washington DC episode?! Lived there for over four years, and hate that it is always glorified... You know the licenses there say "The American Experience"? Gag. There is a lot of greatness there, but there is also a lot of marginalization and hurt. Good on you on balancing that out. Just wished you had done some of those restaurants that you did in NoVa at their DC cousins (after all- a lot of Washingtonians tend to avoid Virginia like the plague). Alas. Not important. You talked about that city's heart and even hit the fish market! Probably the most honest and accurate discussion of the Washington metropolitan area I have seen in a LONG time.

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    Mark - July 13 2009 @ 6:15 pm

    good lord Tony, I dont want to rush my life away....
    but enough with No Res commercials and reruns on with the show.....BYW, what's wrong with Amsterdam!!!! Afraid you might like it too much? Good Going with the season.

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    Jessica - July 13 2009 @ 6:34 pm

    Hi Tony
    looking forward to the new show tonight, been seeing the previews on tv and Chile looks amazing! hope you and your family are haveing a great summer :)
    Take care
    Jess

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    Mark Mohr - July 13 2009 @ 6:37 pm

    Ever think about a show on Wales? You could call it "The overlooked stepchild of the U.K." I actually tumbled onto Wales while researching a trip that was going to consist of four days in London and then two weeks "somewhere else." Wales looked so cool, so remote, yet so pretty, dramatic and friendly that my family and I are giving it a shot in August.

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    Shteph from Dixie - July 13 2009 @ 6:58 pm

    Bourdain! I am a relatively new groupie so I have to get up to speed. I saw that you did NOLA, very gracious of you to go to Emeril's but there's so much more.
    If you ever want to do a tour of Gulf Coast bars, we're here and guarantee No-Mod-Cons.
    You in Amsterdam is like a 14 yr old Korean girl in a Hello Kitty store... what a show!
    Don't dream it, be it. Steph

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    AliciaP - July 13 2009 @ 8:33 pm

    Tony,

    Can't wait for the new season to air; only 2 more hours!

    I second wholeheartedly Nicholas' suggestion above: You, South Africa, the 2010 World Cup....It would be sublime.

    Peace.

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    Johnny - Rebel Cook - July 13 2009 @ 9:15 pm

    Hey Tony I cant wait to see the new episodes. I'm a huge fan and a fellow cook. I admire your show and your passion for the food. I also have a blog in which I write how I feel about food (http://4purepleasure.blogspot.com). Food love notes and all hahahha. I hope you read in "español". Congratulations for the best T.V. show ever. By the way, if you happen to come to Puerto Rico again let me know and I'll show you the real "Isla del Encanto".

    Keep doing good T.V. Peace!.

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    Michael - July 13 2009 @ 10:30 pm

    After many episodes that I found surprisingly entertaining, I have come to the conclusion Tony, that you are one funny f***er.
    Party on.

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    Bob - July 13 2009 @ 10:36 pm

    Chile looks fantastic Tony. Its been on our list for a while, now its moving up higher. Loved seeing Hoi An on the show -- my girlfriend and I fell in love with it last summer over three days, and are determined to spend a week there next time. To wrap up -- why don't you do Philly? Plenty of food, Eastern State Penitentiary, and Dirty Franks -- it would make a great show!

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    Boonie - July 13 2009 @ 10:38 pm

    "Tera Patrick at mid-shift"...I love it!!!

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    Chris - July 13 2009 @ 10:51 pm

    Hey Anthony:

    It must seem a bit overkill by now to hear how much we all love your show. I'm super jealous of your wild, crazy adventures around the world. I'd give my left arm to do what you do. Keep up the good work, man.

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    UniMagic - July 13 2009 @ 11:08 pm

    Just finished watching the Chile episode. As expected, my husband and I LOVED it.
    I do find myself very intrigued my the Volcano drink you had. I've searched high and low for a recipe...anything that has wine & ice cream together has to be orgasmic and I'm anxious to try it.

    Looking forward to next weeks episode!

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    Alisha - July 13 2009 @ 11:21 pm

    Wow that was a really great episode. I didn't know that much about Chile, and now I would just love to visit there. The landscape, especially the deep blue waters looked absolutely beautiful. The food (with the exception of the crazy mayo slathered hot dog) looked really delicious. What can I say except great show Tony! I'm really looking forward to the Cuba and return to Beirut episode. Also I can't wait for the return of Zamir, he is hilarious, especially when he's drunk.

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    Balti-moron - July 14 2009 @ 12:17 am

    Tony, we keep missing each other. I believe your awful stint in Baltimore during the 80's took place right before I moved there to grow up as a kid (thanks for the stellar representation--we've come a long way and I'll prove it to you if you ever decide to have another viewer show you around for an episode)

    You filmed Washington DC (my current home) while I was living in the Chilean Patagonia, and no sooner am I back than you jet off to Chile! Great episode to start the new season.... left me with a "strangely wistful expression on my face" wondering how I ended up back in a "real city"....

    One question though.... who goes to Chile and doesn't eat an Empanada??

    Ok well, two questions... because I just have to. Why be less when you can B-More?

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    paul - July 14 2009 @ 12:33 am

    You really need to go see Guam Tony.You wont regret it.See how they catch the coconut crab.Find an older Guamanian and check out the cuasine ther.

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    june-baby - July 14 2009 @ 1:10 am

    Wow Tony and his NR crew did it again. The Chile episode was awesome. I will add Chile to my bucket list now. Who knew white wine and pineapple ice cream goes together to form a wonderful drink it looked good.
    Looking forward to next weeks episode.

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    Linda - July 14 2009 @ 2:19 am

    Enjoyed seeing something more joyful than MJ's "farewell." I still don't know how you get away with such astute, truthful, painful political comments. I guess it's that you just graze your observations and then slide off them gleefully into a skid of manteca. Please, please never stop.

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    Margot - July 14 2009 @ 2:27 am

    Tony,

    While awaiting the premiere of your new episode, I made sure to sit around with my eyes glued to the Travel Channel as I watched the daily-long marathon of "No Reservations."

    In the midst of the episodes I managed to catch the one in which you traveled to Spain, an episode I had yet to see. Though I am currently a resident of Austin, TX my heart and home belong to Spain. With that said, I just thought I'd let you know your travels of the country hit all the right soft-spots and made me reminisce of a place that truly brings out the warmth in all.

    Thanks for bringing me a little closer to home, even though it is so far away. I am desperately jealous of your travels. But your show is phenomenal.

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    FunGuy420 - July 14 2009 @ 3:00 am

    Oye Tony..Love the show and I'm really glad you are checking out Cuba. The Cuba in Miami aka Little Havana is not the Cuba that exists. Nothing like Ropa Vieja made by grandma. I really hope you stop by and visit the best of the best. Cuba needs the review of a poet-warrior in the classic sense.

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    LaDonna - July 14 2009 @ 3:06 am

    Tony, Watching chile, at the hot tub injury, funny !! But oh my god the land and sea, volcanos, wonderful new friends and the FOOD ...so beautiful. Thanks for putting it all together again. I sit in my " no reservations " bliss . Thank you for your thirst for all things ... holy shit. crab in cognac cream sause. What a crappy job you have. Love your show , can't wait for next week!

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    Bilety - July 14 2009 @ 3:38 am

    Great to hear that season six is in production. The blog has been awefully silent. Can you tell us when the destinations for the season will be fixed? It would be great if you could include some eastern european countries like Czech or Hungary - maybe Belorussia would be interesting :).

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    Antoinette - July 14 2009 @ 6:30 am

    I can't wait to see your show about Baltimore, MD. That city certainly is a place I love and love to hate. It's such a mix of grisly violence, dilapidated buildings, regrowth, repair and hope. The food is great; it's not the best in the nation, but we have our specialties. If you didn't stop by Lexington Market while you were in the city, I will make it my personal mission to drag you back! I can be found there regularly stuffing lamb gyro meat inside of a spanakopopita and shoving it into my mug.
    Thank you for 'working hard' and bringing us great TV; we're all appreciative. Just make sure you take time to rest and enjoy your family.
    Ciao!
    Antoinette

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    Jim - July 14 2009 @ 8:25 am

    Tony, congrats on the new season. Unfortunately, we noticed your HUGE gut. Either get an assistant eater who'll always stands next to you off camera, or take that very special pill.....called don't eat too much! You don't look good my friend : (

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    Brittany C. - July 14 2009 @ 9:00 am

    Hello Mr. Bourdain,
    Just wanted to say how awesome the Chile episode that aired last night was. Chile really looks exquisitely beautiful. And I am more than just excited to see there will be episodes in Brittany, France one of the seven original Celtic nations, and Maine! My family and I just returned from Maine a few days ago and I could not think of a better place to represent a truer version of New England (except my home state of Massachusetts!). And I'm really looking forward to the next Beirut episode! Thanks for having one of the best shows around!

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    Rick - July 14 2009 @ 9:25 am

    The Rustbelt without Pittsburgh?!?!?! Come on Tony! This just doesn't make sense!

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    stan - July 14 2009 @ 9:45 am

    Like finding Clymidia at Burning Man? hehe

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    Mary Ann - July 14 2009 @ 10:07 am

    Watched the show where Anthony's in Chile last night. I want the name/receipe of the drink that rocked him. I think it was a mixture of wine and ice cream. I definitely want to try that.

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    artnlit - July 14 2009 @ 10:17 am

    Hey Rick - I thought that too, but then decided it was a GOOD thing he didn't include Pittsburgh as part of the RUST belt. Think about it! LOL. He'll do a show on us soon enough. He's got a connection. *wink*

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    mommyk8 - July 14 2009 @ 10:32 am

    Another Kate from Maine -
    Glad to hear you are coming up this way! Don't miss Duck Fat in Portland, also get your hands on some raw oysters from the Damariscotta River - best in the world. Stay away from Moody's diner, yeah people will try to get you to go there, as an "authentic" old time diner. It's not, it's all Sysco out of a bag frozen shite now. Don't bother. Are they going to get you out on a Lobster boat? Go for it, it's totally fun, and lobstermen know where all the good bars are.

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    Allison - July 14 2009 @ 12:17 pm

    Oh Chile how I miss you so. I have been to Valparaiso, Chile 3 times. I was introduced to the completo and life was never the same. They do come in a 6in. version as well which are a little easier to stomach. I think of chile often and long to be there again someday.

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    Ian - July 14 2009 @ 12:31 pm

    Tony - I'm a huge fan of the show and your writing. But I gotta say, man - you look *tired*. You *sound* tired. In the Chile episode you just seemed exhausted. Not a lot of that quick-witted sh*t-talking riffing that makes you what you are. Other than the voice-over, actually, not a lot of talking *at all.* I'm serious - go back to season one and just count the words per minute you say then versus now - i bet you say 50 percent less (is it the cigarettes?). And now the voice-over just sounds like it's compensating - with extra enthusiasm to lacquer over what's missing in the actual footage. Plus, where are the bizarro out-of-the-way places? Like Isla De Las Muñecas in the Mexico episode? (ok that could be unfair - NO place is as freaky as the island of the dolls). Where's the spirit of adventure? The tinge of madness? A market and a bullfight? Really, man?? Sitting around all lethargic over wine and overcooked meat, riffing on the overlooked virtues of old-age with some Chilean Obi Wan?? Look, man, if I was in my 50s and had a knife-juggling, heroin-laced youth full of Richard Hell and consommé, followed up by an adulthood spent hauling arse through every dark corner of the globe, slugging raki and choking down pig anus (not to mention trying to bring up a family in the meantime) - i would undoubtedly find myself in a shady place with padded walls, wheel of fortune, and an IV drip of glucose jammed in my arm. So I'm not belittling your unbelievable achievements. It's just that the two things that made your show (and, in a larger sense, *you*) great - your vibrating sardonic energy and the attendant fast sh*t talking - together with your intrepid and gonzo desire to seek out the weird and the out-of-the-way...well, where'd they go, Captain? Have you disengaged? Because somebody's gotta fly this crazy thing... and he's GOTTA be a little crazy to fly it. If I thought anybody else could do it the way you do it, believe me - I'd be a whole lot less burned up about this.

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    scout - July 14 2009 @ 12:48 pm

    Ditto Ian's articulate comment. I've never been addicted to a television program, but I've been mainlining this one for a long time now. Please don't change! Rest up and keep up the brilliant writing and exploring.

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    Claire - July 14 2009 @ 1:56 pm

    Dear Tony,
    Don't listen to any comments about you being 'soft' or 'tired'...f*ck 'em...keep smoking, drinking, and staying up too late...it's what makes you, well, you! Being a culinary student and staring a lifetime of struggle and dirty dishes square in the face I must say I adore you and all that you have brought to the somewhat newly fashionable world of gastronomia. I want to be you one day...even if I'm a non smoking girl with slightly larger hips and a small fear of pig ass.

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    smokey - July 14 2009 @ 2:01 pm

    Ian has it somewhat correct. You seem to have lost your edge. Maybe you are so content with your new family you find it hard to be snarky? As to looking tired, yes, the bags are showing. But through it all, we love you, love your program and miss the blog when you are not on the air. Because we love you, we want you to take care of yourself. After all, you are part of our family in our minds. As in all familys, we always say don't forget to write.

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    Polett - July 14 2009 @ 2:05 pm

    THANK YOU FOR COMING BACK!
    I have been going through No Reservations with-drawls!
    Chile was an amazing episode, and I can't wait for the rest, especially Hot n' Nasty Food Sluts 2.

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    Dave - July 14 2009 @ 3:54 pm

    Was it me? Or, did Vick Johnson of The Cliffs Preserve in Patagonia look SERIOUSLY pissed off when Tony started telling the story of editor Dave Robinson's jacuzzi injury? If looks could kill then Tony would've been a dead hombre.

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    Sandra - July 14 2009 @ 4:33 pm

    Toni,
    We love you. Your show is awesome but ian is right. the chile show had amazing photography but you had crappy hosts. Where are the real chileans? I don't remember having that many jaguar rides up and down the coast while living there. They were the bougiest hosts you've ever had. And don't get me started on the "ex-hippies" in the south. Boooo! I was so expecting some great sarcastic comments about your hosts but you were waaaay to gracious.

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    Oya Ozgen - July 14 2009 @ 6:34 pm

    Tony- Season premier was great and I'm excited for your trip to Turkey. Take me with you! All of my extended family lives in Turkey and it is a truly amazing place.

    Oya

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    Mark - July 14 2009 @ 6:45 pm

    Give the poor guy a break! He's a daddy! Must be tough being away from the wife and kid so often to film a TV show. Reading bed time stories over skype? I can't imagine what it must be like to try and be present with the family between shoots. Yes, he does look tired, a little chunky, softer around the edges, wait, that's me!

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    Melinda - July 14 2009 @ 7:26 pm

    Tony,

    You rule my universe. When I grow up I want to be just like you. Come to DC!! We have some very interestingly tasty cuisine. My dream is to do what you do. ?You meantioned you wanted stunt doubles...well I am women, but with enough tape, a wig, makeup and lot of wine...I could TOTALLY be you! Let me know!

    There is always a spot at our table for you and your family! -MJ

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    Ben - July 14 2009 @ 9:12 pm

    Tony, I totally agree with you on Chile. I went in June and it was one of the best travel experiences I have had in a while. The people was great, the food and wine was marvelous and their metro and bus system is the best. Couldn't get to Patagonia, but we will definetly include it in my bucket list. I am looking forward to your episode and hopefully winning the Santiago.

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    Lorinc Del Motte - July 15 2009 @ 1:14 am

    You should consider doing an episode in Hungary. While the cuisine does use a fair amount of paprika, it's mainly limited to the sausages, soups, and stews.

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    Ron - July 15 2009 @ 1:51 am

    Tony,

    Great show about Chile but for the tired leftist ranting about Allende and Pinochet. I mean come on, you ranted about a Marxist deposed by a Dictator but then stay at some formerly hippie cast aways eco spa that costs at a minimum $1000/night - please. Was this your penance for finding common ground with Nugent in the American Southwest episode.

    Fortunately you redeemed yourself with the Burning Man/Tera Patrick lines.

    Keep up the great work but please leave the left wing pontificating to Olberman.

    Finally to the good who said you look fat, he probably swills Pisco Sours by the gallon. Schmuck!

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    Denisse - July 15 2009 @ 2:39 am

    Hey Tony, do you actually read these comments??

    Anyway, hoping you do, I want to tell you that I LOVED the show you did with the guy from Puebla,Mexico (was his name Carlos?). My father was born in that city, my mother and I were born in Mexico City so watching that episode was awesome.. I love that you showed the real thing.. I mean you went around with him to eat at places like the ones I grew up eating at. Thank you so much for doing stuff like that and for allowing us (those living outside of the country where we were born)to remember why we love our countries and food and traditions. Thank you for being so down to earth and for showing us the real deal everywhere you go! keep on travelin.. you may be addicted to The Wire but i'm addicted to your show!

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    John Cobin - July 15 2009 @ 11:01 am

    With respect to Chile, you may want to visit
    http://escapeamericanow.blogspot.com/
    Advisory Services for Ex-Pats to Chile
    A site for people who are thinking about leaving America and who have an interest in Chile (primarily) although other countries like Panama, Uruguay, Costa Rica, and New Zealand are also discussed.

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    Jrod - July 15 2009 @ 12:08 pm

    Tony, please tell us more about the chlamydia you got at Burning Man. Not specifically the symptoms, but rather the experience leading up to it!
    You should do an episode on playa-food. It'd probably go something like this, "Had an egg salad sandwich at a truck stop outside of Reno on the way in, then things got hazy. I remember having a snow-cone on a pirate ship art car served to me by a unicorn. I found some bacon in my pocket one morning which paired nicely with the dusty tortilla I earned by doing my best female Bruce Lee impersonation over at Camp Whatchamacallit. Then there was that chick wrapped in red vines I munched on for a while..."

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    Cesar - July 15 2009 @ 2:20 pm

    Tony, since I don't know were to ask, I do it here. Is there any mechanism in order to send you info/video/comments/etc about visiting a place? You've been to Mexico twice in your program, but I really think that due to the nature of your show (food, drink, travel, alternative culture) getting to know Tijuana (not only the traditional 'gringo' hangouts but the real city) would be exciting both for its culture and its amazing cuisine. I have no idea if you'll ever read this but if you do, please let me know if there's any way to contact you to send you more info if you're interested.

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    Cesar - July 15 2009 @ 2:23 pm

    Tijuana is going through a special period in its history. I think never before has the city been suffering from a bad image on the outside, specially the US. But this is an authentic and thriving city with unique forms of expression. This is, of course, reflected in its local cuisine, both for street joints and expensive restaurants.

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    Nicole - July 15 2009 @ 3:39 pm

    Please go to Turkey! I just got back from one month in Istanbul. While I was there I just kept thinking how much you need to go and do a show there. Please GO!!!

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    MorganLF - July 15 2009 @ 4:36 pm

    Please replay previous seasons, if I see Egypt one more time I'll hurl!! I never saw the Christmas special and they are not rpeating food porn-missed that one too. Hope Ariane & Ottavia turn up in the Sardinia episode.

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    Chanda - July 15 2009 @ 10:33 pm

    Totally using you as good cop/bad cop for my five-year-old son. Watch Anthony with Mommy and see how he tries new foods and learns about the ways of new people and new cultures. Watch Anthony with Mommy and learn smoking is not good for you and bad words should only come from grown ups talking to other grown ups. I get my No Reservations fix and he learns about new cultures, people, stepping out of your comfort zone and what bad habits not to adopt. It's a win/win situation!

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    zacharyben - July 16 2009 @ 12:14 am

    I hope to one day meld my experience with environmental and international law, literature, and unholy obsession with meat delicacies and fine wine into a fiendish alliance, culminating in an interesting, often hilarious and lucrative TV show/book deal. If only my rugged good looks and high check bones wouldn’t keep getting in the way… Damn you fate, damn you! keep up he good work Bourdain, your show is literally the only thing worth watching on the glowing salesmen these days...or has "Arrested Development" been brough back to live? Sorry, good Bordeaux makes me unrealistically optimistic.

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    Peter - July 16 2009 @ 1:04 am

    Bing? Really? What a douche. I think it's time you got a jaded sidekick that will remind you of, well, a time before the internet. I'm not cheap, but I'd drive ratings...and pretend to actually be interested in what I was pitching. And I'd wear spandex if I had to.

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    Susan - July 16 2009 @ 2:47 pm

    I really like your show. It's the only time I ever get out of SE Ohio. The places you go and the things you see are probably the only way I will ever get to see the world (unless I win the lottery ha!). I also look forward to reading your books. Thanks for doing what you do.

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    Valentina - July 16 2009 @ 8:51 pm

    I just saw Chile's show and I loved it! I'm chilean so I have been waiting for this a long time. The only bad thing? You missed soooooooooo much! I mean, you never went to the north of the country! Next time you got to go to San Pedro de Atacama, it will blow your mind! But never the less, I loved the show (minus the last guy at Puerto Montt, wtf was up with that guy?). Please come again, you wont regret it :p

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    Rachel - July 16 2009 @ 10:16 pm

    I loved the episode on Chile, i have traveled there before and will actually be returning on the 22nd of July to study in Valparaiso for a semester. YOu did the country justice! And who couldn't love a completo!?!

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    Fernando - July 16 2009 @ 11:53 pm

    Great episode on my country(Chile). That "terremoto" drink is like another "punch" we've down there called "ponche a la romana" the only thing that differ is the white wine is replaced for champagne, the rest of the ingredients pineapple juice and pinapple shervet are the same...either way a wonderful summer drink....Salud!!

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    natalia - July 17 2009 @ 1:24 am

    I liked the episode on Chile, but you missed a lot of places! I´m Chilean and I´d like to have seen the north and the south of my country, I mean San Pedro de Atacama, Geyser del Tatio, Chiloe Island, Punta Arenas...among others. Those places are beautiful and have characteristic food.

    Specially I missed the Curanto in Chiloe Island prepared with hot stones and Pangue leaves in a hole on the ground. That´s the real Curanto. Some people calls curanto the preparation made in a pot because it has the same ingredients, but the taste it´s not the same in my perception. Prepared in a pot it´s called "Pulmay"

    Another thing that I missed was the "Empanadas". Everybody eat empanadas here in Chile and you didn´t show them!! There are different types of them (Chicken, beef, cheese, mariscos)

    Anyway, I love your tv show!! The next time when you visit Chile you will visit those places and try other dishes.
    You are totally welcome!!!

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    Renata Guitart - July 17 2009 @ 10:27 am

    Hey, Tony, I am so glad that Cuba is in the prospect future programs. You will love it. The country, the people, the ambience... You can only imagine how special Cuba is that the whole exile in Miami make their goal in life not to forget about their remembrances of their native land they had to flee for different causes, all of them valid at some what point. It's not about politics, (just because I didn't like Bush I didn't flee from the USA, although during elections, I was building a raft to go back to Cuba if Sarah Palin was to be Vice, que horror!) it is everything, since the minute you wake up to the minute your eyes decide to close, Cuba will fill your expectations in everyway. Please, if you go, go to Santiago the Cuba, and ask the PRU recipe, nobody has it. I love that beverage, it calm me down in a city with 100 F in the shadow. the Santiago Carnavales, they are awesome, it is not only a show, but you participate as well, if you want.
    I would love to read and see your perspective of Cuba. As a Cuban I recommend it, as an American, I urge you to do it now, before the food chains and the malls take over the deteriorated country.
    Keep your shows coming, Renata

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    Sarah - July 17 2009 @ 11:02 am

    :/ How can you come to the Southwest and NOT come to San Antonio. South Texas/Borderlands are the HEART of Texas. Plus, we're one of the fattest(myself not included) damn cities in the country. It's not in the water but the food. We have a blend of the Mexican,Polish,and German traditions.

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    Dave - July 17 2009 @ 11:30 am

    Hey Bourdain, you keep moving around the MidEast, but avoid Israel. You tryin' to tell us something?

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    Sandra - July 17 2009 @ 11:44 am

    Hi Anthony - How about coming to visit Montenegro (ex Yugoland)? Its more fun than you can imagine and food is out of this world.

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    Beth - July 17 2009 @ 12:46 pm

    I do believe you are GASP trying to curb the cursing with the growing family with more kiddie curses. We dont mind...although it does reassure me of your sustainable hard edge with another appearance of a food porn episode coming up. XXX hot a sweaty on the next no reservations with anthony bourdain!!

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    Mike - July 17 2009 @ 2:59 pm

    I hope your had a chance during your trip to Buffalo to taste a Zweigles white hot. Not really accurate to call it a hot dog - or a brat for that matter. It's a long-standing family recipe of veal, pork and other good stuff in a fat natural casing. I grew up on them and fly a case in to the Delaware shore every year to share with family and friends on vacation.

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    Elise Miller - July 17 2009 @ 3:31 pm

    I watched your Chile episode last night (it happened to follow Zimmi'z Chile show, but not much ovelap except for the completos"). I spent some time in Chile in 1993 and then again in 2002, and so I vicariously enjoyed re-visiting along with you as well as your take on things--that special Bourdain je ne sais quoi. (Regarding some of the above comments: I don't feel you're losing your edge! As a fan, I like to see various facets of your personality, not just the hard ass persona of "Kitchen Confidential". Back to Chile: no empanadas? those baked crescents filled with beef, chicken, cheese, or fish? Eaten sometimes with AJI (the national hot sauce--that didn't get mentioned there either). And, regarding the pisco sour: on your first try, you said "Next time I'll have a beer." C'mon! You liked the white wine with pineapple sorbet but would cash in the Chilean version of a margarita for a beer? And conger eel isn't really eel, so clue us in. What about Chilean Seabass (aka Patagonian toothfish)--is it really over-fished? Besides the German influence on Chile, the Italian influence must be recognized (as is the case in neighboring Argentina); Italian cuisine and gelato are staples of Chilean life. When you next go to Chile, besides heading north, be sure to see at least one of poet Pablo Neruda's three houses, now museums--whimsical and delightful (and Neruda did write Odes to fruits and vegetables.) Happy trails!

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    Penny L - July 17 2009 @ 6:14 pm

    Finally! I have been waiting for a new season and what do I do? I miss the first installment. *sigh*

    Oh, well. Back to re-runs. At least until Monday.

    Good to see you back. BTW ... Boy or Girl?

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    Ashleigh Allison - July 17 2009 @ 11:36 pm

    You have inspired me to travel, so thank you. I'm going to South America this year, and Southeast Asia next year. Friggin sweet.

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    Gladys Schulze - July 18 2009 @ 1:04 am

    Just in case you haven't seen it, but I'm pretty sure you have. Found it on myspace by Robert Hernandez. http://twitpic.com/aqi25

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    jbermo - July 18 2009 @ 6:16 am

    Damn! I too had somewhat of a life like yours while working the planet as an international cargo pilot (cargo pilots are known as freight dogs) - I did this for 20 years while chasing my belly around the world. Recently I lost my job, so I now sit at home and re-live my life through your excellent shows . . . . Question Tony - How the hell do you retire from a job such as yours? I am now middle aged at 56, and I remain wishing to be just like you when I grow up!

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    mikeomatic - July 18 2009 @ 12:46 pm

    I have been a huge Bourdain fan from the very beginnings. Kitchen Confidential was my gift du jour for all my friends and family long before it became the sensational best seller and launch pad for Bourdain's improbable but fabulous career. That being said, I felt myself sadly disappointed with Chile week. I have always been an early adopter of the counter culture, anti-establishment, contrarian class. Burning Man, Iron Chef, pork worship, the "foodie" thing, street markets, hawker dining, adventure travel, culture eater...all things I embraced very early on long before they became...."things to blog about" But like all things good, the word gets out and sooner or later the thing that was only a small thing becomes a really big thing and for me...no longer THE thing. The Chile show gave me the uneasy sense that NR is now THE thing so I fear, no longer THE thing. I may be wrong, but this is the first time I have ever heard Bourdain utter those "thing" phrases: "more when we return (from the commmercial break)" YIKES...Tony. I heard, felt, smelled and tasted my heart break. Please please please...get back to that thing that NR once was. Maybe it can't happen in it's present form. Maybe a rebirth is required. Tony...go to Vietnam. Hang out in Da Lat, Hoi An or Hue for a year or two and then write a book on the absurdities of cultural celebrity. I am sooooo ready for your rebirth and fresh take on this chapter of the Bourdain journey through the goldmine. Hang tough Tony....you are loved...we will pray for you....

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     Joell - July 18 2009 @ 2:16 pm

     Tony,
     Congrats on the show's THREE nominations for Emmy's. You do have the best show on TV.

     Can hardly wait for Prague and Cuba. And thanks for revisiting Australia, there is just such great food there, you can never do enough episodes to cover the yumminess of Down Under.

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     sox - July 18 2009 @ 2:17 pm

     I've been a big fan for years and watch the show religiously.

     I very recently came across an independent project by a couple of guys in Detroit and, for some reason, thought of your show. I guess because these guys seem to be passionate about food, have an "edge" about them and don't take themselves too seriously (something I think you and many others here would appreciate). If nothing else, have a good laugh. I believe the first episode is in August: www.soliddudeskitchen.com

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     kim w - July 18 2009 @ 7:23 pm

     I greatly enjoyed the Chile episode and would appreciate precise travel information on where you stayed in Patagonia (the location where your editor sprained an ankle in a hot tub. Sometimes life is just too damned difficult to endure). I intend to save parts of my pay in order to spend the vacation of my dreams there. Perhaps within ten years I, too, could be sipping beer on the balcony before that rugged, rocky coast with the achingly blue waves surging in wild, almost no fellow tourists around to spoil the glory. Not to mention the food waiting to be sampled.

     It would be so cool if you were to meet up with Stephen King in Maine. I imagine that would be a hoot of a conversation. Never been there myself, but the lobstermen on the coast would bring to mind my Dad's profession of a few decades ago as a crabber and oysterman in the sounds of North Carolina. But at least in the marshlands of North Carolina we didn't have vampires and dead kids crawling out of cemeteries. Thank goodness the Overlook Hotel was in Colorado, wouldn't want you to take too many chances merely for the sake of my entertainment. And entertain me you most certainly do (one of the few watchable programs on tv, as many have noted).

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     Brant - July 19 2009 @ 3:26 am

     I've broken out of my social anxieties and am ready to travel the world after watching back-to-back all day episodes of "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations."

     Thank You...

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     Ellie S. - July 19 2009 @ 10:59 pm

     I've been going through Tony withdrawals! Welcome Back guys! Chile was awesome! Now when are you going back to Brazil? Everybody always goes to the usual places like Rio and Sao Paulo! Try up north by the amazon! My family is from Belem, Para and we've always had some incredible meals from there! Comida gostosa! Love from the big Brazuca, Ellie S.

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     treece - July 20 2009 @ 11:07 pm

     Does anybody know where I can find one of those Lomito Sandwiches here in NYC? That looked like pure heaven (minus the mayo).

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     Cherrybomb - July 21 2009 @ 2:36 pm

     Ok, so maybe the chance of Tony reading this is about the same as the chance of him returning to Buffalo in the middle of Winter. I was actually going to suggest that he come to Buffalo. I figure if he can go to Cleveland, why not here? Not a big fan of the rust belt title though. Ok, so we're not Chille or some other exotic location, and we're known for Buffalo wings and beef on weck, not foie gras or kobe beef (though some restaraunts here do serve it.)Still, there is great food here. Wish I had known Tony was coming, I would have suggested my husband's restaraunt. It's the best. Definitely the best blue cheese dressing around.

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     john - July 22 2009 @ 10:57 am

     Tony, I married into a Lebanese family and we are going over christmas 2009, if you plan on going around that time, would you like a guide? Not me, of course, but my wife's family, which are still there. Then you get to come to the home and get a huge home-cooked meal. Let me know if you are interested.

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     ThatOneGuy - July 22 2009 @ 8:59 pm

     Hey Tony I love your show, but when are you gonna go to Croatia ?

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     dallas girl - July 23 2009 @ 12:04 pm

     Just watched the Melbourne episode. Great to see you with Tony Tan! Spousal unit & I went to China on a culinary tour with him - great experience & great food.

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     Eric - July 24 2009 @ 12:46 pm

     Hey Tony - first off, I'm a huge fan of the show. Reading your books and watching your, sometimes dubious, exploits have changed the way I eat, travel, and view new experiences. So, thanks!

     Second, I live in Poughkeepsie, NY. I'm wondering why you haven't done an episode of No Reservations showcasing the Hudson Valley? From foie gras, to beef, wine, and cheese, we've got it all! At the very least, it would give you an opportunity to commit some minor acts of vandalism and mayhem on the CIA campus.

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     Lisa - July 26 2009 @ 3:32 pm

     I am very much looking forward to the Sardinia episode as we sat next to Anthony, his family and his crew at Su Gologone for dinner. Unfortunately we left the next day.

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     Toto - July 27 2009 @ 9:52 pm

     Hi there Tony my brother and I always watch your show.We travel alot and were recently relocated to Boquete,Rebublic of Panama
     and wondered if you wanted to do a show in Panama.
     There is alot of good food some of which are boyos,torillas con queso blanco,pixvae and ropa vieja.
     And in Panama you can go hiking in a rain forest one day and go snorkeling in Bocas del toro the other.
     When you go to the city you can go to many awesome restaurants and one german one owened by our friend Herr Schmutti.
     So come down to Panama and party with 12 year old twins and their whacky grandfather.
     hope to see you here,
     Toto&Sean

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     Beirut Fan - July 28 2009 @ 12:37 am

     Hi Tony! Im very happy that your thinking about giving Beirut a second chance! A lot has changed since 2006 and the country has recovered, even recieving the top spot on New York Times Annual Best Cities to Visit 2009 list. Beirut also has hosted tons of celebrities this past summer like paris hilton, akon, pussycat dolls, and even snoop dog is going in august!

     I would reccoment "al faham" restuarant near downtown beirut, they sell a shawarma that is cooked on charcoal. well good luck and i cant wait to see the episode and people have a chance to see that beirut is back and once again the paris of the east.

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     Jen B - August 01 2009 @ 2:10 pm

     The Congo!? I cannot wait for this!

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     Globalover - August 03 2009 @ 3:49 am

     Finally, I see you are going to Turkey & Maine! I am a Turkish American, born and raised in Istanbul (Nisantasi neighborhood), until my move to Aroostook County (Mars Hill) Maine to finish high school! Therefore, it is really a nice coincidence for me seeing the both places on your itinerary at the same time. I have been especially waiting to see you do an episode on Turkey! Sure, you will go to Istanbul, but I hope you can go to each region to see best of the region specific ethnic dishes. (Black Sea, Middle, Southeastern, and Eastern Anatolia, Mediterranean, and Aegean.) Also, the specialties of Ottoman cuisine, and the mezes. There is just too much to cover! Although, one region takes precedence over the others, especially for your timing (late summer, fall time) the Aegean coast! It will be the most beautiful place to be for all purposes, food, and surroundings. I wish I could be there now and run into you filming but I am stuck in DC (great episode) hostessing at a restaurant and waiting to hear back from a gov’t job, in which apparently my one-year-old NYU Global Affairs masters degree is not helping much! What can I say; it sucks to be me and rocks to be you! :) Enjoy my beautiful country! I am excited to see your take on it! Serefe!

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     emmanuel - August 04 2009 @ 5:38 pm

     Hi...I love watching your shows,it was real cool,unique and original...I am from Philippines and i am working here in RUSSIA. Honestly the 1st time i watch your show is only here in RUSSIA. When i was in my mother land,i'd never try watching your show for the reason that there is more english/filipino language shows unlike here in Russia and im not actually a fun of television.
     Anyway, maybe you hear bout my mother land Philippines. Please try to visit our country and try our native dish and country foods. I hope you will have an interest to explore my country's foods, spots and culture.
     More power to your show, please show us more,more and more because watching your show is like being traveling,talking and eathing with you.

     Regards,

     Eman

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     Mason - August 12 2009 @ 6:38 pm

     Zimmern's initial foray sold me on the Chilean food scene -- conger eel, fresh blood jelly, fresh "fries", shellfish, wine, garlic, etc. The Spain of the Western Hemisphere, basically.

     Which makes it sad that the imported produce from Chile is invariably some of the worst stuff in the grocery store. There's the difference between local products and those shipped 3,000 miles or more.

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     sesli - August 20 2009 @ 12:57 pm

     Anyway, maybe you hear bout my mother land Philippines. Please try to visit our country and try our native dish and country foods. I hope you will have an interest to explore my country's foods, spots and culture.
     More power to your show, please show us more,more and more because watching your show is like being traveling,talking and eathing with you.

     Regards,

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     Selkie - August 24 2009 @ 11:12 am

     Maine.

     I have been both looking forward to and dreading this moment. I hope you have a chance to do my home state justice, and really dig into the interior (the Bethel suggestion was an excellent one), or go far Downeast (the Penobscot river is the halfway marker, not the back of beyond). If you can, consider Stonington, which is a truly beautiful place, still largely making its living by fishing. To be fair, there is good, and bad and ugly all over the place, there are really beautiful places on the coast and inland (Baxter State Park, Sebago Lake, Moosehead Lake, and there are all these mountains, too), great food and fantastic people, but there are are plenty of horrific tourist traps, and a lot of people who are just barely getting by. I have seen you and your show do a great job of showing the multiple dimensions of places all over the world, and I hope you can do that here.

     If you do a Yankee magazine special of Portland, Freeport and Bar Harbor, I will not only grieve, I will think less of you.

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     Barb - September 18 2009 @ 2:08 pm

     Whats up with Sandra Lee, and the Kawanza cake

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     auto - October 17 2009 @ 12:15 pm

     Glad to see you back blogging. Been on a Bourdainapalooza all summer, reading 2 of your books and watching the show. Looking forward to seeing you at the Genesee Theater in Illinois....one of your more exciting, exotic locations I'm sure.

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     Danielle - October 20 2009 @ 12:09 am

     SO excited that you made it to Turkey, I can't wait to see it!

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     Cash Advance Loans - November 14 2009 @ 10:35 am

     Maybe you are so content with your new family you find it hard to be snarky? As to looking tired, yes, the bags are showing. But through it all, we love you, love your program and miss the blog when you are not on the air. Because we love you, we want you to take care of yourself. After all, you are part of our family in our minds. As in all familys, we always say don't forget to write.

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     free online games - November 20 2009 @ 6:41 am

     Totally using you as good cop/bad cop for my five-year-old son. Watch Anthony with Mommy and see how he tries new foods and learns about the ways of new people and new cultures. Watch Anthony with Mommy and learn smoking is not good for you and bad words should only come from grown ups talking to other grown ups. I get my No Reservations fix and he learns about new cultures, people, stepping out of your comfort zone and what bad habits not to adopt. It's a win/win situation!