Know Southern Louisiana The accordion maker Like gumbo and boudin, accordions are an important part of Cajun culture.
Know Southern Louisiana Smoking one of the rarest tobaccos in the world Perique, one of the world’s rarest tobaccos, is only produced in St. James Parish, Louisiana.
Eat Berlin Recipe: Currywurst “One would be hard put to come up with a city whose signature dish is as unappealing as Berlin’s.”
Drink Berlin Eckkneipen: Berlin’s beloved corner bars These unpretentious corner bars are high-proof time capsules.
Eat Hong Kong A love letter to dai pai dong Nothing can replace a loud, sweaty, satisfying meal at a dai pai dong.
Go Hong Kong Hong Kong’s rowdy bun festival Hong Kong’s Cheung Chau Bun Festival draws visitors from around the world.
Eat Lyon A history of Lyon in 7 dishes From chicken cooked in pig’s bladder to pink praline, these are Lyon’s 7 essential foods.
Know Miami ‘You always wish you had more time with Anthony’ Miami chef Michelle Bernstein on the city’s multicultural food scene, filming with Bourdain, and croquetas.
Know Libya Photo essay: The trials of Sirte Moammar Gadhafi’s once-prosperous hometown has suffered through battles, ISIS occupation, and neglect.
Know Lyon Bourdain’s field notes: Lyon “Eating well in France is a point of pride, an expression of identity, a birthright.”
Know Paraguay Need to know: Paraguay Grab free mangoes, eat “soup” with your hands, and don’t forget to feed the chicken.