Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
Singapore
Jan 7, 2008
The country of Singapore is serious about food. The cuisine of Singapore borrows from Chinese, Indian, Malaysian and Indonesian traditions. Along the way, it uses the cheap and ple
Berlin
Jan 14, 2008
Tony explores the contrasting sides of Berlin. He is both repulsed and and attracted to the good and the evil in the city.
Vancouver, BC
Jan 21, 2008
Vancouver (in British Columbia) has a flourishing film industry, beautiful landscapes, and a progressive food scene.
Greek Islands
Jan 28, 2008
Unhappy past experiences have Tony kicking and screaming as he succumbs to a visit to Greece. Often surrounded by music, dancing men, various firearms, and distilled local spirits;
New Orleans
Feb 4, 2008
Hurricane Katrina has infinitely changed the city of New Orleans. As Tony explores the impact the storm had on the city, Tony discovers that the heart and soul of the city is still
London and Edinburgh
Feb 11, 2008
There is something alluring and menacing in the air throughout the UK when it comes to the people, the scenery, and especially the cuisine, and Tony is off to try and discover what
Jamaica
Feb 18, 2008
There is more to Jamaica than reggae music, drugs and resorts. Tony attempts to discover the real Jamaica–a country plagued by gang violence, run down property and political strife
Romania
Feb 25, 2008
Tony and Zamir have had many adventures. This time they're in Romania to celebrate Zamir's birthday. Along the way, they learn about vampires, communists, and the strong cultural h
Hawaii
Mar 3, 2008
Tony visits Hawaii where he tries spam, enjoys surfing, visits a volcano, and samples some local delicacies.
Into the Fire, NY
Mar 10, 2008
Tony has been away from Brasserie Les Halles, where he last worked as a chef nearly a decade ago. Given the opportunity to spend another day on the job; he re-evaluates his skills
Laos
Jul 7, 2008
Tony has always been fascinated by Asia. This time he's visiting Laos, a less popular tourist country, to investigate its history, culture and unique culinary offerings.
Colombia
Jul 14, 2008
This week Anthony is in Colombia, a country that finds itself the setting of one of South America's most remarkable transformations. In the 25 years since the death of Pablo Escoba
Saudi Arabia
Jul 21, 2008
After a world wide search, Danya Alhamrani was chosen as a superfan of the show. Her job? She has to showcase the local side of her Saudi Arabian home.
Uruguay
Jul 28, 2008
Tony joins his brother Chris to explore South America's Uruguay where they have family. The two set off in search of their roots.
U.S. Southwest
Aug 4, 2008
Tony tours the bottom half of the U.S. He takes off on an old fashioned road trip to enjoy Americana. From the quirky to the classic, Tony tries it all.
Tokyo
Aug 11, 2008
Tony hits Tokyo to examine the similarities and contrasts between the perfect knife and the perfect sushi, martial arts and flower arrangements.
Spain
Aug 18, 2008
Tony has long admired some of Spain's top chefs; however, Spain culture and cuisine has more to offer than just Ferran Adria.
Egypt
Aug 25, 2008
Tony is determined to avoid doing the "tourist thing" and visiting the Egyptian pyramids, but rather explore what it means to be Egyptian; to spending an evening at a men's cafe sm
So Long, Summer
Sep 1, 2008
In honor of Labor Day, Tony takes us backstage for a very special highlight show that includes goofs, silliness and some of the baddest food on the planet.
At the Table with Anthony Bourdain
Oct 20, 2008
Bourdain with guests Amy Sacco, Bill Buford, Ted Allen and Chris Wilson dine at NYC restaurant wd~50 and discuss various topics related to food and restaurants.