8.4/1068 votes#1 - Asia Special: China & Japan
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 3/27/2006
In this special two-hour season two premiere, Tony's culinary journey takes him to the main hubs of Asian cuisine: Japan and China. In Japan, he visits Osaka, where he learns all about the Hanshin Tigers-Yomiuri Giants baseball rivalry; to Japan's version of vaudeville, manzai; and to kuidaore (eating oneself to ruin) where he samples takoyaki, okonomiyaki and later sushi. From there, Tony meets up with an old friend, Michiko, and they travel to Kisoji for a water purification ritual; learn the exchange of meishi and help celebrate Obon. Later, Tony attends a Hanshin Tigers game. In China, a country Tony has never visited, he attempts to tackle as much of its cuisine and culture as he can in a short period of time. Beijing is Tony's first stop, where he samples Peking duck, the nasty bits of a sheep, and a variety of noodles at a noodle house. Tony gets a lesson in Chinese calligraphy and visits a doctor for some traditional Chinese medicine such as acupuncture, fire cupping, and electroacupuncture. From there, Tony is off to Sichuan province, where he receives an unorthodox ear cleaning, visits the Jianfu Temple, center of Taoism during the Tang Dynasty, and samples Szechuan hotpot. He ends his visit in a village outside of Chengdu for a family dinner that uses the old methods of Chinese cooking.
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7.6/1062 votes#2 - South Florida
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 4/3/2006
Tony begins his exploration of outer Miami in the vibrant Creole enclave of Little Haiti. Later, he heads out to the vast subtropical preserves of the Everglades. And in South Beach he visits a dive bar, Club Deuce.
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8.2/1065 votes#3 - Peru
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 4/10/2006
Tony meets famous Peruvian chef Gastón Acurio, tries Peruvian Ceviche and goes sightseeing in the capital city, Lima. Then he travels to a village in Tambopata, the Peruvian jungle, and tries piranhas and goes through unique experiences. Finally he visits the city of Cusco to try new stuff in a local market and Machu Picchu, where he tries to find peace of mind.
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8.3/1082 votes#4 - Quebec
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 4/17/2006
Anthony visits a duck farm/processing plant to see how foie gras is made, teaches a class at the Montreal Culinary Institute and plays hockey with a local university hockey team.
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7.9/1082 votes#5 - Sweden
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 4/24/2006
Tony travels to Sweden for a taste of all it has to offer. Along the way he hopes to get past the stereotypes of blond bombshells, meatballs and bad music–ABBA.
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7.6/1070 votes#6 - Puerto Rico
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 5/1/2006
Tony and Andy, a native, dine on roasted pig in Caicay, attend a posh party at a hacienda, search for a Chuppacabra in the jungle, meet the undefeated boxing champion, Miguel Cotto, and travel to Ponce to take in the Festival of the Virgin Mary.
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8.4/1071 votes#7 - Japan
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 5/8/2006
Anthony Bourdain's Japanese adventure begins in Osaka at an underground bar devoted to the hardcore fans of the local baseball team, the Hanshin Tigers. Then he goes to the Kiso Valley for some relaxation.
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7.8/1068 votes#8 - U.S./Mexico Border
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 5/22/2006
Tony visits Southwest Texas bar and grill; nachos in Piedras Nigras; boat tour of the Rio Grande River.
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7.8/1060 votes#9 - India (Rajasthan)
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 5/29/2006
India is a land of color, aroma, kind people, and delicious cuisine. Anthony heads off to the more desolate region of Rajasthan in the northwest corner of the continent where he attends a birthday party and explores life in this magical region.
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7.5/1059 votes#10 - India (Kolkata/Bombay)
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 6/5/2006
Over the years, Tony Bourdain has fallen in love with India. The culture, the cuisine, the communities - it's all delicious and enchanting. Tony travels to Kolkata and Mumbai, formerly Calcutta and Bombay, to rediscover the magic of this beautiful land.
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8.2/1081 votes#11 - Korea
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 6/12/2006
Tony gives in to pressure from one of his office staff and travels to Korea. His condition? Nari (the assistant) must come with him and guide him through Korean cuisine, customs and culture.
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7.6/1071 votes#12 - Indonesia
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 6/19/2006
Tony explores the lush culture of Indonesia to discover what makes ex-pats want to stay. Along the way, he discovers the rich history and cuisine of Jakarta and Bali.
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- 7.4/1058 votes
#13 - Beirut
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 6/26/2006
Anthony Bourdain and his crew travel to Lebanon. They discover a beautiful country filled with proud, generous people and delicious food. However, they find themselves in the middle of a tense, uncertain, and violent conflict.
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The Best Episodes of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2
Every episode of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 2!
Anthony Bourdain uncovers the best cuisine across the world. At each location, Tony dives headfirst into life's colorful and rich pageant, bringing his intellectual curiosity,...
Genre:Documentary
Network:Travel Channel
Season 2 Ratings Summary
"Asia Special: China & Japan" is the best rated episode of "Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations" season 2. It scored 8.4/10 based on 68 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 3/27/2006. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "South Florida".