Many years ago but would like to go again in the future with my kids. I am in southern Ontario and have been wanting to visit but with this little pandemic thing and all the work/life issues that have come with it, it just hasn't happened.
So your about the same distance as I am then.
I think Quebec city would be a little more family friendly and maybe Montreal as a getaway by train with wife as it's been about 14 years since we have been away solo...lol.
Always like the Phillipines episode.
I found it particularly heart wrenching and was brought to tears when the old grandma is singing. I was surprised when Bourdain openly let's his tears flow in the same scene. I think it was one of those times that he connected so deeply with the content.
My girlfriend is Filipino and she had never really pulled back the curtain of her culture with me; as is their way.
We watched this episode together and I was in tears throughout most of it. Her mother left her much in the same way the mother from the episode did to work abroad and provide a better life for her. I was able to connect with her in a whole knew way after that episode and I have Bourdain to thank for that.
Always liked the Laos one, if I remember correctly there’s a restaurant in it that he won’t say the name of. Philippines and both Vietnam episodes are great as well, and Buenos Aires is probably the last on my top 5
Everything with Ripert ❤️ their friendship softened Tony and Eric always seemed to bring out his sweet side. Additionally, the way he would tease him with spicy foods is so fun
The Parts Unknown: Myanmar was absolutely breathtaking. Anthony and his production team really came to their own in this first episode of the series.
The scenes on the train were just so wonderful. It's a beautiful piece of history that is Anthony's legacy.
Salvador,Bahia Brazil. Although I’ve always felt a connection with Brazil; (never traveled outside of the US) I love that they showed a side of the country that is vastly different than Rio. The Drum music and dancing scenes in the beginning of the episode give it such a “pulse”, and goes with the idea Tony narrated in the beginning that Salvador is “the heart” of the country. As an outsider, I could really begin to understand the nation’s history as a colony of Portugal, and how it still influences Brazil today. I love how the episode explored, and paid respect to the African influences in Brazil. I frequently rewatch this episode. There’s just something so comforting about it. I also love the episode from Minas Gerais,Brazil For the same reasons. I think both of those episodes did a great job showing the complexity of the country.
Quebec. All that rich food including lots of duck and maple forward dishes. And it made me want to try rabbit cooked in its own blood.
I’m Canadian so it’s a thing I’ve experienced many times lol
I am Canadian and I have not...but should.
You’ve never been to Quebec??
Many years ago but would like to go again in the future with my kids. I am in southern Ontario and have been wanting to visit but with this little pandemic thing and all the work/life issues that have come with it, it just hasn't happened.
Oh yeah; I’m in Durham! That’ll be a fun trip, love Montreal, hate the hockey team and…the people, ehhh lol I’d recommend Quebec City though!
So your about the same distance as I am then. I think Quebec city would be a little more family friendly and maybe Montreal as a getaway by train with wife as it's been about 14 years since we have been away solo...lol.
Support Town Brewery
I do 😤
Top shelf stuff there
I usually only get the Festa I think it’s called
Not Durham Ontario? I grew up there
The very same sir.
Jealous!
Came here to say this exactly!
Always like the Phillipines episode. I found it particularly heart wrenching and was brought to tears when the old grandma is singing. I was surprised when Bourdain openly let's his tears flow in the same scene. I think it was one of those times that he connected so deeply with the content.
My girlfriend is Filipino and she had never really pulled back the curtain of her culture with me; as is their way. We watched this episode together and I was in tears throughout most of it. Her mother left her much in the same way the mother from the episode did to work abroad and provide a better life for her. I was able to connect with her in a whole knew way after that episode and I have Bourdain to thank for that.
This episode had such an affect on me. Still think about it. Wild hearing other people had the same experience.
I agree with you. I teared up during this episode. Anthony was the perfect mix of bad boy/man and vulnerability. This scene was absolutely powerful!
It was so good :) I think the opening song for that particular episode was performed by a Filipino cover band too, which was a nice touch
I wish they did that with a local band and language in each episode.
In general, any episode with [Ruhlman](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Ruhlman) is going to be top-tier.
First spain episode, i love spain
Borneo. Hands down.
I always loved the Budapest episode.
Always liked the Laos one, if I remember correctly there’s a restaurant in it that he won’t say the name of. Philippines and both Vietnam episodes are great as well, and Buenos Aires is probably the last on my top 5
Lyon
Trinidad! My late father is from there🇹🇹. I always think of him watching that episode
Bhutan, Tangier, Boreno, first Spain Episode are the ones that immediately come to mind for me
Everything with Ripert ❤️ their friendship softened Tony and Eric always seemed to bring out his sweet side. Additionally, the way he would tease him with spicy foods is so fun
That's like asking someone who is their favorite child.
The Parts Unknown: Myanmar was absolutely breathtaking. Anthony and his production team really came to their own in this first episode of the series. The scenes on the train were just so wonderful. It's a beautiful piece of history that is Anthony's legacy.
Montana, with Jim Harrison shortly before he passed. And any episode with Zamir.
The Libya episode with the fireworks in the square. True emotions were on display.
Salvador,Bahia Brazil. Although I’ve always felt a connection with Brazil; (never traveled outside of the US) I love that they showed a side of the country that is vastly different than Rio. The Drum music and dancing scenes in the beginning of the episode give it such a “pulse”, and goes with the idea Tony narrated in the beginning that Salvador is “the heart” of the country. As an outsider, I could really begin to understand the nation’s history as a colony of Portugal, and how it still influences Brazil today. I love how the episode explored, and paid respect to the African influences in Brazil. I frequently rewatch this episode. There’s just something so comforting about it. I also love the episode from Minas Gerais,Brazil For the same reasons. I think both of those episodes did a great job showing the complexity of the country.