The more I read by Anthony Bourdain and the more I see him on television, the more I like him. He's not always an instantly appealing character (he can be downright prickly at times) but I love that he does not fear saying what is exactly on his mind, and in the vast expanse of watered down pap that is the Food Network these days, the fact that they are replaying A Cook's Tour gives me hope. TV Guide currently has an interview up with Bourdain that is a fun read. He comes off as honest and forthright, but without as much of the biting snark that he is known for. I found it especially endearing that he quit smoking because he didn't want to smoke around his baby daughter (I realize that that is what all good parents should do, but with his tough exterior, it's nice to see that he wants to change for his child).
[via Celebrity Chefs]
Second Helping of Slashfood - June 19
Competitive-Eating Contest to Pit Humans Against Elephants
The Backyard Boom - The Hungry Bride
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1-08-2008 @ 9:47AM
Lewis said...
Anthony Bourdain is none too happy the the Food Network is replaying his old episodes! He absolutely HATES the FN and sees this as a move to drive more of his loyal fans to watch the FN. You can read about that on his personal bog but man was he pissed!
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1-08-2008 @ 10:04AM
Jarod said...
Laughing that as I'm reading - an ad for Purdue pre-cooked, pre-sliced chicken came to life.
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1-08-2008 @ 1:25PM
ruth Foster said...
I've watched the Travel channel show of Bourdain's "No Reservations" which is probably closer to reality of what he wanted to do originally. It's even harder to like him via that show...but I've managed. He's very interesting and goes for the whole culture - usually. So far my favorite was when he was in the Caribbean islands. My least favorite was when he was in Brazil. He just started the new season. I'll be watching. Wish I knew more about when he had a restaurant.
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1-08-2008 @ 1:30PM
ruth Foster said...
Watch his Travel channel show "No Reservations". Very illuminating about him. Probably closer to what his ideal TV show is rather than the one on FN. Hated it when he was in Brazil. Loved the one where he was on a Caribbean island - can't remember which - so won't guess.
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1-08-2008 @ 3:28PM
Julie said...
I am a huge fan, I watch his shows and read his books. He has a very real and honest take on everything and has a passion for eating. I like the fact that he doesn't say that everything tastes like chicken, I hate when people say that.
http://noshtalgia.blogspot.com/
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