Know Congo The Goma paradox How arms trading, corruption, illegal mining, and the foreign aid that comes with conflict fuel a Congolese city’s boom.
Know Congo 18 things to know before you go to eastern Congo Plan well, and don’t forget to try the fish, take a hike, and taste Congolese cheese and coffee.
Know Congo Bourdain, off the cuff: Congo “It is written that I should be loyal to the nightmare of my choice. I think I now understand what that means.”
Know Congo Bourdain’s field notes: Congo “The Congo is a place where everything is fine—until it isn’t.”
Eat Libya Tripoli’s top breakfast spot When in Tripoli, eat what Tripolitanians eat: baryoosh at Haj Fathi.
Drink Detroit Little Mary’s River Inn The owners of this Detroit mainstay say it’s the “Black Cheers.”
Know Paraguay Bourdain, off the cuff: Paraguay Anthony Bourdain visits Paraguay in search of his long-lost great-great-grandfather.
Go Detroit A perfect day in Detroit Prepare to take sides in an age-old hot dog debate on a perfect day in Motor City. From taco stands to craft beer and fine dining, Detroit is on the move.
Know Congo Yangambi Research Station At its height, over one thousand workers were based here in occupations ranging from medicine to carpentry.