S5·E1 South Korea
- Episode
- Season 5, Episode 1
- Air Date
- April 26, 2015
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- Score
- 8.3/10 (3 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
The season premiere of Parts Unknown uses reverse chronology to tell the story of the host’s return trip to South Korea after a 10-year absence. Bourdain experiences the nuances of hyper-modern Seoul which has its sights set on becoming the world’s top exporter of popular culture. Food options include Korean fried chicken, and a vintage Korean "army" stew, budae jjigae, with Spam, canned baked beans, frankfurters, ramen noodles and Kimchi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 1 of Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown air?
Season 5, Episode 1 ('South Korea') originally aired on April 26, 2015.
How long is Season 5 Episode 1 ('South Korea')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.
What happens in Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown Season 5 Episode 1?
The season premiere of Parts Unknown uses reverse chronology to tell the story of the host’s return trip to South Korea after a 10-year absence. Bourdain experiences the nuances of hyper-modern Seoul which has its sights set on becoming the world’s top exporter of popular culture. Food options inclu...
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