Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown

Anthony Bourdain explores the vibrant, dynamic city of Shanghai by savoring home-style cuisine and having meaningful conversations with locals about culture, massive changes in China and the booming economy.

Tony explores the widely diverse cuisines and cultures found in the Bronx, learning about the music, food, art and other offerings of this often misunderstood part of the city from locals such as Melle Mel, Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaataa.

A trip to Paraguay is a perfect reason for an investigation into the puzzling history of Tony's great, great, great grandfather, who disappeared there in the 1850s. There's also plenty of time to enjoy Paraguay's rich culture and savory local dishes.

Vietnam is one of Tony's favorite places. On this trip, he journeys to Hue, a city he has never been to before. His itinerary in the City of Ghosts and the local area includes the Dong Ba market, Duyen Anh's restaurant, the Citadel and Vinh Moc tunnels.

Tony's trip to Tanzania includes a stop on the island of Zanzibar, a one-time slave trade hub, where he enjoys the island's famous foods. Later, in the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, he comes face to face with lions, elephants and the great migration.

Tony heads to Iran to explore a country few Americans have visited since the 1979 Iranian Revolution. He begins his trip in Tehran, where he gets a warm welcome, before heading by bus to the ancient city of Isfahan in the southern desert.

Tony takes an intensely personal trip to the haunts of his youth in Massachusetts, where he began his culinary career in Provincetown. Then, he heads westward into Norman Rockwell country and ends up in picturesque Franklin County.

Tony travels to Jamaica, known for Caribbean delicacies and feel-good vibes. He explores life in Port Antonio and Winnifred Beach, visits the home of James Bond author Ian Fleming and learns about music legend Bob Marley.