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Watch A Cook's Tour (2002) Online

8.710 votes200230mEndedDocumentary

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Bad-boy chef and author Anthony Bourdain goes off the beaten track in search of foods that are rare, highly esteemed and sometimes downright dangerous. The show, which aired for two seasons on the Food Network, was an offshoot of a best-selling book Bourdain wrote in 2001.

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1. A Taste of TokyoNow viewing2002-01-0830m8.0The Japanese have a healthy respect for food, which Tony can definitely appreciate. A trip through a market with a sushi chef prepares Tony for his dinner. He also eats a meal with sumo wrestlers.
2. Dining with Geishas2002-01-1230m8.0In Japan, Tony experiences the contrast between a serene, rural inn for a tea ceremony and the bustling activity of a famous restaurant in Tokyo. Relaxing tea versus dangerous blowfish mark his trip.
3. Cobra Heart, Food That Makes You Manly2002-03-1930m7.0Ho Chi Minh just might make a man out of Tony when he eats fetal duck egg (with feathers), cobra heart and blood.
4. Eating on the Mekong2002-01-1530m10.0A trip down this Vietnamese river makes tony aware of Vietnam's history as well as its portrayal in some of his favorite movies. Phillip Lajeunie joins him as he eats his way through bread, coffee, duck and bird's nest soup.
5. Wild Delicacies2002-01-2230m10.0Cambodia both attracts and repels Tony. Crickets, tripe and tongue are all fine; but a bright green jelly isn't to his liking. Finally, he must come to terms with durian– a fruit that smells worse than it tastes.
6. Eating on the Edge of Nowhere2002-03-2630m10.0Tony floats on the heart of darkness river. Three soldiers commandeer his boat, but a tasty dinner makes it all fine.
7. Cod Crazy2002-06-1730m10.0Wine and fish figure prominently in this episode as Tony explores Portugal.
8. San Sebastian: A Food Lover's Town2002-07-0530m10.0The Basque food culture in Spain has a rich history and tradition. Tony and Luis Irizar visit gastronomic societies and tapas bars to try and experience all of the tastes.
9. Childhood Flavors2002-01-2930m10.0Tony and his brother revisit favorite childhood haunts in Arcachon, France. A memory of an oyster from this place changed the course of Tony's life.
10. Stuffed Like a Pig2002-07-0830m10.0Tony joins Jose at the family farm to enjoy a fattened pig at the village feast. Then, he travels to a destination from his childhood where he debates eating a calf's head.
11. A Desert Feast2002-03-0530m10.0Tony has one objective in Morocco, eat a roast sheep. He travels by camel with Berbers before he finally reaches the sheep roast in the mud of the Sahara.
12. Traditional Tastes2002-05-0730m10.0In Morocco, Tony learns about the rich culinary tradition and home cooking from a British ex-pat.
13. The Cook Who Came in From the Cold2002-02-1930m8.0Tony's friend Zamir shows him around St. Petersburg. A product of a childhood during the cold war, Tony fantasizes about being a spy as he eats his way through blinis, borscht, reindeer, pickled salads, and dumplings.
14. So Much Vodka, So Little Time2002-04-1630m8.0Tony and his friend explore St. Petersburg. Tony is especially interested in the working class foods of the people. Ice fishing, smoked fish, and high luxury caviar are a few of the stops.
15. Tamales and Iguana Oaxacan Style2002-04-0230m10.0Tony has always been interested in the Oaxacan tradition in food. A friend leads Tony through a local market, where they taste a variety of interesting foods. And, of course, Tony can't pass on tequila.
16. Puebla Where Good Cooks Come From2002-02-1230m10.0Tony's favorite kitchen mates all seem to come from Mexico, and he wants to know why. Eddy takes him on a tour of his home and town for some great meals of ant eggs, worms, and more.
17. Los Angeles, My Own Heart of Darkness2002-02-2630m10.0Tony is apprehensive about the glamorous world of LA, so he begins with hot dogs. After a long day and a guest stint at Campanile, he has gained a new appreciation for the glitz of the City of Angels.
18. French Laundry Experience2002-04-3030m10.0Tony travels to Napa to eat at the restaurant of the chef he believes is the best at French cuisine–Thomas Keller. Keller creates a specialized menu just for Tony, including a course that is pure Tony–tobacco leaf and coffee custard.
19. Hometown Favorites2002-04-2330m10.0Tony decides to share all of his hometown haunts with the viewers. Lox and bagels, wine and dinner, a variety of cheese, and great hot dogs make his list of top stops.
20. My Life As A Cook-NYC2002-02-0530m10.0This episode is all about Tony. Tours through Tony's restaurant, Les Halles; his first restaurant job in Provincetown, and the Culinary Institute of America; plus an interview with his mentor provide a fascinating look at the host, chef and writer.
21. Highland Grub2002-07-1230m10.0Tony sets out to prove that Scotland does have tasty options. He begins with a deep fried breakfast of pizza, eggs, and Mars bars. Next, he enjoys a hearty lunch of haggis. Finally, after fishing and hunting across the countryside, he eats a calm dinner at a large estate.
22. A Pleasing Palate2002-04-2030m10.0While the United Kingdom doesn't have the greatest culinary reputation, Tony is determined to find the best in Britain. Some of his choices are exotic, including: goat liver salad, roasted pig's head, ox heart-grilled and breaded pig's tail. He also enjoys a tour through the countryside and a community from India.

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How many seasons does A Cook's Tour have?

A Cook's Tour has 2 seasons and 35 episodes.

When did A Cook's Tour first air?

A Cook's Tour first aired in 2002.

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A Cook's Tour is classified as Documentary.