My single favorite No Reservations episode is Asturias with Tony and Jose. I've watched it many times. There is a part when Jose speaks candidly about Tony. Jose's words are thoughtful and kind. I miss Tony and No Reservations. But I continue to be inspired by, and a fan of, Jose.
Muchas gracias Jose for resharing my memory of Tony. I miss him and his insights into the world. I believe he made us all realize that food can bring us together. Much like you - Longer Tables build friendships, trust and understanding. My he rest in peace.
I picked up Kitchen Confidential on a whim, a young wife and mom with almost zero cooking skills (literally had to ask my husband about a week into married life why there were so many knobs on the stove...). Anthony Bourdain's words (now, forever in his voice when I re-read, which I do often) literally changed my life. Watched every show, own every book and was truly gutted by his passing. I too believe food can change the world; I am convinced sharing the food of childhood among strangers makes friends. Imagine what that can do on a global scale.....oh, wait, you can! While I am saddened, always, by a world that doesn't have Tony in it, I take comfort in his ever expanding reach, even now, into everyday folks' lives, bringing us new sights, smells, tastes and the belief that food can change the world. I applaud you, Mr. Andres for continuing to shine that beacon and bring relief and comfort to this world we live in; kudos, sir.
The episode of his show that I remember the most is when he was in Vietnam. I remember someone asked him how he felt as an American to be there knowing what happened during the war. Tony said "it hurts"
And I just thought that was so honest and vulnerable of him.
I saw Tony @ Jones Hall in Houston. When I saw he was coming back, with Eric Ripert - OMG! So I got 2 tickets and invited my dear friend Courtney. We had a great dinner in advance; but it made us run late, tho, so we were literally running through the underground parking garage and out into the downtown streets. We joined a small crowd of other latecomers in a mini stampede to the theater. So many people, moving fast, in a big clump, and I missed stepping properly off a curb. Crack! Electrifying pain! I sent Courtney on to secure our seats, while I hobbled along, my ankle grotesquely puffing out like a little ham. I made it to the theater and the nurse on duty took a look, frowned, and said I should go to the hospital. WHAT? No way! And miss Tony & Eric? She shrugged, gave me ibuprofen, retrieved some ice from the bar, a crutch from a closet, and then helped me find my seat and my friend Courtney. There was a seat available on our row that allowed me to elevate my foot on the empty seat in front of me, bag of ice balanced just so. The show was funny, sad, silly, and oh so special. Thrilled to have seen him - and Eric - together, in the flesh. The Devil and the Angel.
The Urgent Care doc-in-the-box and my shattered ankle had to wait!
The picture at the top, the first thing that sprang to mind, “Omg, les trois mousquetaires!” The voice of reason, inspiration, energy; a kitchen hero to me. Yes, he is greatly missed 🩵
The places I saw through Tony's eyes, the people I met from all around the world through his shows, the foods I was introduced to, I will never forget. I mention Tony so often in conversations - "oh, yes, Tony said.... " or "I learned that on Anthony Bourdain's show... " I will love and miss him forever. My heart breaks all over again every year when his birthday comes around and I realize once again how much I wish he was still in the world, sharing his opinions and his inspirations. Thank you, Chef Jose, for keeping his memory alive. I can only imagine what being his friend was like. Lucky you!
I am grateful to Anthony Bourdain, first of all for entertaining me and second, for providing me with endless teaching tools to educate my sweet, young elementary students. I would come home after school and watch his tv shows. Then I would make notes to teach culture, history, social expectations, use of local ingredients and teaching love through food. I left out the smoking and the drinking but I am continually amazed at how many of my students went on to be restauranteurs, food service and hospitality workers. He continues to be an inspiration as I am retired and volunteering in soup kitchens and cooking programs for incarcerated men. I just gave Kitchen Confidential to a young chef at the soup kitchen for his holiday reading. Can't wait to see what he thinks.
My single favorite No Reservations episode is Asturias with Tony and Jose. I've watched it many times. There is a part when Jose speaks candidly about Tony. Jose's words are thoughtful and kind. I miss Tony and No Reservations. But I continue to be inspired by, and a fan of, Jose.
Muchas gracias Jose for resharing my memory of Tony. I miss him and his insights into the world. I believe he made us all realize that food can bring us together. Much like you - Longer Tables build friendships, trust and understanding. My he rest in peace.
To Tony, today and every single day.
I picked up Kitchen Confidential on a whim, a young wife and mom with almost zero cooking skills (literally had to ask my husband about a week into married life why there were so many knobs on the stove...). Anthony Bourdain's words (now, forever in his voice when I re-read, which I do often) literally changed my life. Watched every show, own every book and was truly gutted by his passing. I too believe food can change the world; I am convinced sharing the food of childhood among strangers makes friends. Imagine what that can do on a global scale.....oh, wait, you can! While I am saddened, always, by a world that doesn't have Tony in it, I take comfort in his ever expanding reach, even now, into everyday folks' lives, bringing us new sights, smells, tastes and the belief that food can change the world. I applaud you, Mr. Andres for continuing to shine that beacon and bring relief and comfort to this world we live in; kudos, sir.
Never forgotten. He took us around the world and into people’s homes enlightening us in more than food. Gracias mil Tony.
The episode of his show that I remember the most is when he was in Vietnam. I remember someone asked him how he felt as an American to be there knowing what happened during the war. Tony said "it hurts"
And I just thought that was so honest and vulnerable of him.
I saw Tony @ Jones Hall in Houston. When I saw he was coming back, with Eric Ripert - OMG! So I got 2 tickets and invited my dear friend Courtney. We had a great dinner in advance; but it made us run late, tho, so we were literally running through the underground parking garage and out into the downtown streets. We joined a small crowd of other latecomers in a mini stampede to the theater. So many people, moving fast, in a big clump, and I missed stepping properly off a curb. Crack! Electrifying pain! I sent Courtney on to secure our seats, while I hobbled along, my ankle grotesquely puffing out like a little ham. I made it to the theater and the nurse on duty took a look, frowned, and said I should go to the hospital. WHAT? No way! And miss Tony & Eric? She shrugged, gave me ibuprofen, retrieved some ice from the bar, a crutch from a closet, and then helped me find my seat and my friend Courtney. There was a seat available on our row that allowed me to elevate my foot on the empty seat in front of me, bag of ice balanced just so. The show was funny, sad, silly, and oh so special. Thrilled to have seen him - and Eric - together, in the flesh. The Devil and the Angel.
The Urgent Care doc-in-the-box and my shattered ankle had to wait!
Tony is sorely missed.
I would have done the same thing.
Thank you for a beautiful post about how to remember. Anthony Bourdain was one of the remarkable ones who must not be forgotten.
I think he “enjoyed the ride” until he couldn’t…. I saw him in person years ago and I was hooked.
Nikki LoRe
The picture at the top, the first thing that sprang to mind, “Omg, les trois mousquetaires!” The voice of reason, inspiration, energy; a kitchen hero to me. Yes, he is greatly missed 🩵
RIP Anthony Bourdain ... Jose Andres remembering him is quite special ♥️✨ truly nobody like him
The places I saw through Tony's eyes, the people I met from all around the world through his shows, the foods I was introduced to, I will never forget. I mention Tony so often in conversations - "oh, yes, Tony said.... " or "I learned that on Anthony Bourdain's show... " I will love and miss him forever. My heart breaks all over again every year when his birthday comes around and I realize once again how much I wish he was still in the world, sharing his opinions and his inspirations. Thank you, Chef Jose, for keeping his memory alive. I can only imagine what being his friend was like. Lucky you!
Thank you for remembering a man we all miss very much, in your lovely way Jose .
I was wondering how going back to Asturias with your daughters, affected you after you went there with Tony.
Life is so complicated and often bittersweet.
Thanks for constantly being a wonderful human with the many gifts you have given humanity.
#WeFeedPeople
Thank you all for sharing these great memories!
Had a couple of Negronis last night, at a bar in Belmont Shore. Toasted Bourdain. Miss his writing and zany retorts. Cheers to you, Anthony.
I am grateful to Anthony Bourdain, first of all for entertaining me and second, for providing me with endless teaching tools to educate my sweet, young elementary students. I would come home after school and watch his tv shows. Then I would make notes to teach culture, history, social expectations, use of local ingredients and teaching love through food. I left out the smoking and the drinking but I am continually amazed at how many of my students went on to be restauranteurs, food service and hospitality workers. He continues to be an inspiration as I am retired and volunteering in soup kitchens and cooking programs for incarcerated men. I just gave Kitchen Confidential to a young chef at the soup kitchen for his holiday reading. Can't wait to see what he thinks.