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No Reservations on HBO Max

Does anyone know why there are missing episodes on HBO? I understand why there are missing episodes of Parts Unknown. For example, the Los Angeles from season 3 is not available.

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u/mfrstop — 1 day ago
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Watching taste the nation with Padma lakshmi. The camera lingered on a photo in the Thai restaurant.

I remember Tony was in top chef (?) as a judge with Padma. Was Padma ever in his show? Anyway I think she was a good friend too seeing this.

u/katch75 — 3 days ago
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What's your go-to Negroni recipe? And did Tony have a recipe preference?

Seeing all the birthday tribute Negronis to Tony got me thinking, how different everybody seems to take their Negroni.

What's your recipe?

I'll kick off:

  • 1 part Plymouth Gin (I'm from there, so I can't not)
  • 1 part Campari (although I do love the Luxardo Rosso Bitters too - very powerful flavours)
  • 1/2 part Vermouth - Vermouth Cocchi Storico Di Torino when I can justify the cost, but honestly I'll settle for a cheaper vermouth as long as the flavour isn't too overpowering.
  • 1 x block of square of large whiskey ice, a big iced glass, and a slice of orange peel
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u/RelationBig7368 — 4 days ago
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Medium Raw over Kitchen Confidential

Am I the only one who prefers medium raw over kitchen confidential? I ended up reading medium raw first because the audiobook for kitchen confidential was unavailable to me till a few days ago. But I remember laughing and enjoying medium raw much more. Don’t get me wrong I still love kitchen confidential! I’m only 40% of the way through it so my opinion could change but am I alone in this?

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u/Holiday_Visit5372 — 5 days ago
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Find memories of Tony, albeit brief.

EDIT: FOND MEMORIES*** I HAVE HAD A FEW DRINKS

I can say I shared a "meal"(very flexible usage) with him, and I'll always be proud of that. Honestly just found this sub, but wanted to share a fondness that I should have realized many other people shared for him.

I've also had a few drinks, so bare with me.

Like many here I'm sure, one of the highlights of my week was watching No Reservations, I didn't have cable where I lived at the time, but would go elsewhere so I could watch.

Keeping some details vague: I was working with a venue backstage in trade for a short film location I was directing and acting in. (Weird wardrobe included, but I'm unashamed!) I knew Anthony was going to be in town for a intimate sit-down about travelling, his life, with some Q&A style format.

The SM knew he was someone I genuinely wanted to work with, and unlike a band, he didn't need much- So I was one of his go-tos.

Poor man was bored out of his skull, as there really wasn't much to do in town, and it honestly wasn't very safe to go out and stare at closed businesses.

He saw my PiL shirt and was a bit baffled that I knew them, as I likely wasn't drinking age at the time- we spoke about obscure post-70s punk bands, snacked on not-fully-thawed shrimp cocktail, talked about the wild history of the town itself, as well as it's downfall. (Lots of prohibition history)

We just bounced around topics. I honestly don't remember as much as I feel like I should, I was enamored by him, but of course being young I felt like I couldn't show it.

After his show I wanted to say bye, needed to catch my bus, and didn't want to wait awkwardly to get a word in.. he saw me leaving and made an effort to call me over while he was doing the "VIP book signings." I need to find more photos, as I know my SM had them, but I found one on an old hardrive finally so I can hang it up with an autograph he gave me.

I wish I would have asked him more, but truly I never understood how much he actually shaped my life and career until years later- it would be amazing to tell him that now, but maybe realizing it is enough.

I could speak on him for a long time, but I'll leave it at that.

Cheers to Anthony, and cheers to you all. May your cup runeth over, and more some. 🥂

- ( I did learn his shameless drunk American trash food (and possibly under diress) is KFC Mac N Cheese though, so that is a fun little fact.)

u/h00zbad — 6 days ago
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The Untold story of Anthony Bourdain's Rolex 6426

Luxury isn't always about gold, diamonds, or six-figure auctions. Sometimes it's a simple Rolex that quietly witnesses a man's journey long before the world knows his name.

In this video, we uncover the untold story of Anthony Bourdain's Rolex 6426, the understated timepiece that accompanied him through the years before fame, before Kitchen Confidential, and before Parts Unknown. Discover why this humble Rolex may have been the most meaningful watch he ever owned, and how it became a symbol of perseverance, authenticity, and a life well-lived.

If you love vintage Rolex watches, watch collecting, Anthony Bourdain, and the stories behind iconic timepieces, this is one you won't want to miss.

Episode 30 is up!

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u/vivapatina — 5 days ago
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Confused about the timeline in ‘Kitchen Confidential’

Currently reading the book and I’m a bit confused about contradictory statements made in the book, and I can’t fond any clarifying information online.

In the chapter ‘The Happy Time’ he talks about his time working at Work Progress and directly sites 1981, which he would have been ~25 at the time. He ends the chapter setting up his direct move to Tom H. covered in ‘chef of the future’. But he claims that he was 22 at this time. 25 to 22?

I figured you all here might be the closest thing to experts I could reach, so what am I missing with this timeline, or was he just misremembering? Seems a bit glaring of a contradiction?

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u/Unoriginalregular — 5 days ago
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Happy birthday, Anthony Burdain! 🎂

He didn't just change how we think about food, he changed how we think about travel, culture, and actually listening to people. Kitchen Confidential alone changed how an entire generation looked at restaurant culture.

u/FrothyFrogger17 — 11 days ago
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My tattoo dedicated to Tony

Forgot to share this on his birthday! I got this tattoo 5 years ago in honor of Anthony. He got this sun on his forearm during his SXSW episode in Austin. ☀️

u/mskeri — 9 days ago