Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 1
Panama
Aired
01/11/2010
Tony travels to Panama, which is rumored to have originated from an Amerindian word meaning "an abundance of fish." One of Tony's stops includes the Mercado de Mariscos, a swank new fish market to sample the national go-to dish: ceviche.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 2
Istanbul
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01/18/2010
As the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul is home to vibrant and diverse cultures and cuisine. Tony explores this massive city, meeting new friends and tasting world-class food along the way.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 3
Brittany
Aired
01/25/2010
Brittany's reputation as one of France's most alluring culinary corners has lured Anthony Bourdain here to uncover its succulent secrets.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 4
Prague
Aired
02/01/2010
With the help of some local experts, Anthony Bourdain tests the new culinary landscape in the "city of spires."
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 5
Hudson Valley, NY
Aired
02/08/2010
Tony visits cities in Hudson Valley in New York State, accompanied at times by food writer Michael Ruhlman. He enjoys local crabs, visits his alma mater The Culinary Institute of America and Mohonk Mountain House, and has lunch with actor Bill Murray in Yonkers. He also meets his biggest challenge, the 10 year old daughter of Michael Pardus, Sierra.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 6
Ecuador
Aired
03/01/2010
Tony meets with local chefs and foodies who help him sift through the endless amount of meat skewers, fish stews and street food stalls of Ecuador.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 7
Obsessed
Aired
03/08/2010
As he explores the nature of obsession, Anthony Bourdain meets food-obsessed individuals encapsulating the beautiful and often eccentric results devotion has on one’s life.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 8
Harbin, China
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03/15/2010
Tony arrives in the dead of winter in Harbin, China, a season that defines the Dongbei people and the nature of their cuisine. Tony samples hearty stews, mountains of dumplings and the sharp flavors of pickled and preserved vegetables.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 9
Provence
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03/22/2010
Provence's simplistic lifestyle and approach to food is one of its most captivating and salient qualities. Tony becomes enamored with its culture and cuisine, stressing fresh and superior ingredients like wine, cheese, bread and beautiful cuts of meat.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 10
Vietnam: Central Highlands
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03/29/2010
Anthony Bourdain travels back to his favorite place on Earth -- Vietnam. This time to check out Vietnam's Central Highlands. And what would a trip to Vietnam be without a sampling of a famous noodle dish? Tony seeks out the Northern Vietnam version in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 11
Techniques Special
Aired
04/05/2010
Before tackling a recipe, there are some basic cooking skills everyone should know. In this 'Techniques' special, we are shown some of the world’s best chefs including Jacques Pepin, Thomas Keller and Tony Bourdain, who demonstrate classic and simple dishes.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 12
Maine
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04/12/2010
Gguided by one of his cameramen, Maine native Zach Zamboni, Tony travels to Portland and Rockland, Maine for fresh seafood and more.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 13
Food Porn 2
Aired
04/19/2010
Tony has never been shy when it comes to expressing his feelings toward, well, pretty much anything. With the help of a few friends, including the illustrious Ron Jeremy, Tony gears up for Food Porn, round 2.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 14
Caribbean Island Hopping
Aired
07/05/2010
Anthony Bourdain travels to the Grenadine Islands to sample local cuisine and explore the Caribbean lifestyle. He tries scuba-diving, fishing and hunting for local delicacies.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 15
U.S. Heartland
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07/12/2010
While on a speaking tour through the United States, Tony visits the cities Livonia, Michigan, Columbus, Ohio, Minneapolis, Denver, Austin and Milwaukee and searches out high-end and innovative dining to counter a perception some have that the middle of the United States represents a culinary wasteland.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 16
Liberia
Aired
07/19/2010
Tony visits Liberia on the west coast of Africa and gets a taste of the local food and culture.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 17
Kerala, India
Aired
07/26/2010
Tony visits Kerala in southwestern India and samples many spicy and flavorful dishes, from street food to home-cooked meals. Also: Indian actor Mammootty invites the host to visit him on the set of his action film.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 18
Where It All Began
Aired
08/02/2010
The show takes a look back at Tony before the fame of No Reservations and his top selling book Kitchen Confidential.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 19
Dubai
Aired
08/09/2010
Anthony Bourdain travels to Dubai, the second-largest and most populated of the 7 states that make up the United Arab Emirates. He dives into Dubai’s extravagant food scene with restaurants catering to "the rich and super rich."
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 20
Rome
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08/16/2010
Anthony Bourdain dines on classic Italian dishes and adopts the mindset of the Roman people – living a simple life and eating fresh, seasonal ingredients.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 21
Back to Beirut
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08/23/2010
Anthony Bourdain returns to Lebanon to film the show he was meant to do in 2006
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 22
Making of India
Aired
08/30/2010
Behind the scenes of the making of the Kerala, India episode.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 23
What Were We Thinking Special
Aired
09/06/2010
The one-hour “What Were We Thinking?” special offers an after-hours look into the past five years of filming NO RESERVATIONS – a world of comical indecision and dysfunction, mixed with heartwarming stories, breathtaking backdrops…and of course, plenty of local libations. Filmed with Bourdain and executive producers, Chris Collins and Lydia Tenaglia, “What Were We Thinking?” takes a light-hearted look back at 100 memorable adventures. Over the course of the day renowned chefs and celebrity fans of the show including David Chang, Eric Ripert, Ted Nugent, Marky Ramone, and Ty Burell will be providing special messages.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 24
Paris
Aired
09/06/2010
No Reservations kicked off its very first episode in the City of Light 6 seasons ago. For the 100th episode, Tony and the crew return to Paris, the city where it all began.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 25
Madrid
Aired
09/13/2010
Tony visited Madrid, Spain's capital city, during the 2010 World Cup when this large and diverse country came together.
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations
Season 6 Episode 26
Holiday Special
Aired
12/06/2010
Tony and Michael Ruhlman prepare a holiday dinner that goes awry. Chefs Mario Batali, David Chang and Duff Goldman pay Tony a visit.