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Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour - 2 Seasons 35 Full Episodes Free Streaming @ (GoTraveler Expired), SBS On Demand & Hoopla

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Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour - 2 Seasons 35 Full Episodes Free Streaming @ (GoTraveler Expired), SBS On Demand & Hoopla
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Last edited 13/07/2025 - 10:18 by 1 other user

UPDATE (July 2025): The original deal post's URL no longer exists - instead, you can go to SBS On Demand's hub URL for Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour (all 35 full length episodes across 2 seasons) - this requires a free SBS Account

Alternatively, Hoopla also provides video-on-demand access to both of these seasons (requires a valid Hoopla registered account; sign-up requires a valid public library card and valid e-mail address - see FAQ)

July 2025 NOTE: The original post description below with GoTraveler web portal links, and GoTraveler YouTube links is kept intact for historical reference - unfortunately, GoTraveler's YouTube videos remain unchanged in terms of Australian viewer access since July 2022 -> July 2025.

Anthony Bourdain's very first show that launched his career as a food / world-travel show host on the Food Network - A Cook's Tour (2002-2003) - has recently been made available in its entirety (2 seasons, 35 episodes) for FREE streaming access on the GoTraveler.com website - [sources: openculture.com, outlookindia.com]

  • Outside of the physical DVD release - and unless there is a current streaming service that allows users to readily access older Food Network programmes such as A Cook's Tour that I'm not aware of - then AFAIK, no other streaming content service/platform seems to have this particular show at this time

ALL 35 episodes can be played directly on the web browser whilst on the GoTraveler website:

  • no user signup/login required
  • no geo-blocking restrictions
  • episodes are only up to 480p viewable up to 1080p HD resolution (confirmed 21/07/2022)
  • NOTE: GoTraveler says that all of its content can be viewed on various devices/platforms e.g. Roku, Apple mobile devices, Apple TV, Android devices
Alternatives - Free streaming on GoTraveler's YouTube channel - but somewhat problematic [1] [2]

[1] GoTraveler's YouTube playlist #1 - Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour - 480p

  • These YouTube videos are up to 480p only
  • As at July 2025 2022, there are geo-blocking restrictions on 21 (out of 35) episode videos for Australian visitors to this YouTube playlist, meaning there are only 14 visibly selectable episodes for Australian viewers
  • You may have to resort to using a VPN service with a non-Australian IP address (e.g. USA) in order to view all 35 episodes

[2] GoTraveler's YouTube playlist #2 - Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour - 4K

  • These are 4K versions of Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour episodes
  • As at July 2025 2022, only the first 7 episodes of Season 1 have been uploaded (however S01E01 "A Taste of Tokyo" seems to be geo-blocked for Australian visitors)
  • Hopefully the rest of the remaining Season 1 and Season 2 episodes will be uploaded (in 4K resolution) in the future
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Comments

  • theliam on 17/09/2021 - 18:03
    +31

    Rip

    • juki on 17/09/2021 - 18:12

      yeah weird that it has that effect when you see something with his name on, thats all that comes to mind, despite being a fan of his shows a while back.

      • theliam on 17/09/2021 - 18:35

        💯

      • kiwibro on 17/09/2021 - 19:49
        +21

        What a stupid and unnecessary comment

      • Homr on 18/09/2021 - 09:28

        WOW

      • GodsSon23 on 16/09/2023 - 13:35
        +1

        True. That would make anyone question their worth.

  • BBF on 17/09/2021 - 18:07

    YUM.

  • ilovefullprice on 17/09/2021 - 18:19
    +1

    Love this man!

  • A Driver on 17/09/2021 - 18:42
    +15

    Loved this show but I haven’t been able to watch it since his death… still totally devastated

    • infinite on 15/03/2024 - 22:12

      He ended his life the day after he and his then-partner were questioned by the FBI over the molestation of an under-age actor. His partner fled the country and left him behind. He left all together. Terrible way to go out considering all he'd overcome in his life.

      His partner was one of the founders of the "#MeToo" movement, Asia Argento.

      • creamandpaper on 16/03/2024 - 10:52

        to be clear, the accusation was against Asia Argento he's wife. Anthony was not accused of sexual assault

        • infinite on 16/03/2024 - 11:18

          He was questioned about his involvement and knowledge, as the two of them transported the victim across state lines to be abused by Argento. That act put Bourdain under suspicion of trafficking an under aged child for a sex crime.

        • findthelimit on 15/03/2025 - 14:10
          -1

          Exactly. I think allegations like this considering the male was underage are a bit ridiculous to be honest.. You really think she traumatised him? I'm pretty sure ANY 17 year old male would hit that

      • Levelgrinder on 14/03/2025 - 20:22
        +1

        Is this actually true, or just some weird Facebook comment conspiracy theory which has mutated on the net?

        There is nothing on Google even remotely related to this accusation, which btw was made is with no evidence provided either.

        I'm genuinely interested, but can find no evidence at all to even find a source for this allegation.

        I'm just asking questions. Because a man's personal and professional reputation is at stake imo.

        • spackbace on 14/03/2025 - 20:41
          +1

          Not quite what they're saying, but according to the Wiki:

          On 19 August 2018, The New York Times published allegations that Argento sexually assaulted actor Jimmy Bennett

          And the wiki goes on to describe what she did

          Bourdain died June 2018

          Argento denied the allegations, claiming that she never had a sexual encounter with Bennett and that when he made a request for money to her, her partner Anthony Bourdain paid him to avoid negative publicity.

          • Levelgrinder on 14/03/2025 - 21:04

            @spackbace: So the allegations against Argento came out in 2018, and the incident allegedly occurred in 2013, and Bourdain started seeing her in 2016.

            "Argento quietly arranged a $380,000 nondisclosure settlement with Bennett in the months following her revelations regarding Weinstein", which was in 2017.

            So even if he paid for the settlement, he wasn't even with her when the alleged incident occurred. So couldn't have been involved in the crime, and these statements "That act put Bourdain under suspicion of trafficking an under aged child for a sex crime" and "as the two of them transported the victim across state lines to be abused by Argento", can't be true as the dates don't line up.

            So the reality is totally different to the allegations made here imo.

            • gakko on 15/03/2025 - 09:33

              @Levelgrinder: Paying a guy 380k to be quiet sounds sus to me no matter what story you wrap around it. He could very plausibly have been protecting his wife who did abuse someone, and felt horrible about it, and it all became too much when it started to boil. Mix in some mental illness like depression and such.

    • PhilosophicalTurtle on 16/03/2024 - 09:31

      Almost every episode he mentions killing himself, in some, several times.

      • belongsinforums on 16/03/2024 - 18:04

        Just took one sec trafficking scandal then. I probably would too if I was guilty

  • Palindrome777 on 17/09/2021 - 18:43
    +3

    This man could drink like a fish :-)

      • Palindrome777 on 17/09/2021 - 21:59
        -3

        Nah, the rope was his downfall :-(
        RIP

      • topherboi on 18/09/2021 - 19:06

        He seriously did though, there's no denying his lifestyle contributed to the state of his mental health leading up to his death.

        • baldur on 15/09/2023 - 18:05

          That's a life 99 percent of the people would only dream. He died at the age of 61. But how many of 99 year olds would have lived as much as he did?

          • topherboi on 20/09/2023 - 13:44
            +1

            @baldur: I understand what you're saying, but I think it comes down to what one considers as being alive or 'living'.

            Personally, if I had to choose between being a drunk/drug abuser that travelled the world, or growing old both physically and mentally healthy, I would pick the latter.

          • Sxio on 16/03/2024 - 09:52
            +1

            @baldur: Yes he lived a lot, but the low points became so low that they were unbearable, so he ended his life.

            Be careful what you dream for.

  • wouldyou on 17/09/2021 - 19:04
    +5

    Legends never die. Great show like all of his shows

  • kiwibro on 17/09/2021 - 19:25
    +25

    Anthony Bourdain was one of my biggest career inspirations . After reading his first book as a young Chef he opened my eyes to want to cook and travel around the world see different places and people. I did travel throughout Asia Europe North and South America experiencing different cultures customs and of course food….something that brings many people together. I loved his outlook on cooking and his desire to try anything once. I loved that his first Head Chef job was in a New York restaurant kitchen and was full of misfits from all walks society but they all came together as a team, he loved the comradery of the commercial kitchen……something I totally relate to in many ways. So much respect for this great man and his ability to tell great and interesting stories too.

    Continue to RIP Anthony Bourdain

  • VBO on 17/09/2021 - 19:54
    +3

    Legend

  • nubzy on 17/09/2021 - 20:00
    +1

    Miss him so much :(

  • OpenHand on 17/09/2021 - 20:27
    +6

    I say this as a huge fan, A Cook's Tour is his worst show. He hasn't travelled much, is pretty naive, the format isn't quite locked in, and in the books he writes that they didn't let him off the leash much on creative freedom.

    That said, it's still a good show and also really interesting to dive back into the early days if you are a fan. No Reservations and, later, Parts Unknown, are both absolute bangers and I believe they are free on SBS On Demand. Definitely worth watching if you never have, or if you feel like a travel show while locked down.

    As everyone else said… all time legend, big inspiration. If you like travelling or cooking, you will like his shows and books. If you don't, you will after you watch them. I am ready to start from episode one again, but my wife still can't watch anything he is in, still too raw.

    • Homr on 18/09/2021 - 09:32

      How does he compare to Gordon Ramsey?

      • ntt on 18/09/2021 - 10:41
        +1

        Gordon Ramsey is medium rare, Anthony Bourdain is well done

        • Meeb on 14/03/2025 - 22:08

          Gordon Ramsay is….. f***ing raw!

      • compound on 20/09/2021 - 04:09
        +1

        He set the benchmark for food travel.
        It's a work of art and a labour of love. Poignant. Poetic.
        Gordon is nowhere in the same league.

  • cesorg on 17/09/2021 - 21:45
    +1

    Seasons 1-12 Available on SBS on Demand.

    • Molebag on 18/09/2021 - 13:59

      That’s a different series “parts unknown”

  • cookie2 on 17/09/2021 - 21:49
    +2

    Awesome guy, great glipses into other cultures, places and foods. Watching Anthony is like just chillin with a friend and enjoying a drink together over good convo. A legend

  • 9hundred on 17/09/2021 - 21:54
    -6

    This is free everywhere, so not a bargain as it's soooooooooo old.

  • SuperHanz on 17/09/2021 - 22:08
    +3

    He never found what he was searching for.

    • kamoy on 17/09/2021 - 23:05

      i’m not that familiar with his work but he looked like he was living his dream life

      • 9hundred on 18/09/2021 - 07:05
        +1

        yeah he was but he wasn't satisfied, so he took his own life away.

        • kamoy on 18/09/2021 - 08:21

          last orders ..damn brave man. take some guts to do it

  • Bangerbargain on 17/09/2021 - 22:52
    +3

    All episodes of parts unknown is on amazon prime video.

  • zan5hin on 17/09/2021 - 23:43

    Must watch TV, don't miss https://video.gotraveler.com/shows/jason-down-under lol

  • chigga on 18/09/2021 - 00:20
    +1

    If you get a chance watch Roadrunner: A Film About Anthony Bourdain. It might change your outlook about his perspective on food which I was never really a fan of. As OZlandfill mentioned above, he never found what he was looking for. RIP.

  • Homr on 18/09/2021 - 00:35
    +9

    "You can always tell when a person has worked in a restaurant. There’s an empathy that can only be cultivated by those who’ve stood between a hungry mouth and a $28 pork chop, a special understanding of the way a bunch of motley misfits can be a family. Service industry work develops the “soft skills” recruiters talk about on LinkedIn — discipline, promptness, the ability to absorb criticism, and most important, how to read people like a book. The work is thankless and fun and messy, and the world would be a kinder place if more people tried it. With all due respect to my former professors, I’ve long believed I gained more knowledge in kitchens, bars, and dining rooms than any college could even hold."

    Anthony Bourdain

    • belongsinforums on 18/09/2021 - 09:27
      -2

      Screw universities. Everyone should just go be a chef. Get really smart

    • phrank on 13/09/2024 - 20:11

      … Or end up with PTSD like Carmy from The Bear

  • bazingaa on 18/09/2021 - 09:11
    +1

    RIP mate! One of the best travel series which I have watched.

  • pt87 on 18/09/2021 - 09:18

    Anyone know where to watch all episodes of No Reservations?

    • Krayzii on 18/09/2021 - 09:29

      If you ever do find out mate please let me know :)

    • casval on 15/09/2023 - 22:17

      SBS on Demand

    • PhilosophicalTurtle on 16/03/2024 - 09:29

      SBS OnDemand

  • Krayzii on 18/09/2021 - 09:29

    Currently watching The Layover Season 1 - love it so far. It's literally the title - he has a layover of a period of 24 hours (more or less) which is quite different to Parts Unknown.

    It is quite amusing to see him with raw energy where-ever he goes but seamlessly articulates his vision in a way that makes you go "oh yeah that makes sense"

  • Mahalo on 18/09/2021 - 09:32
    +5

    Anyone experiencing harsh times. Please seek help

    https://www.lifeline.org.au/

    https://www.beyondblue.org.au/

    • xoom on 18/09/2021 - 10:15
      +2

      Yes. Even a chat with mates over the phone or online.

      Talk sh*t. Talk whatever. Just reach out to each other.

      • Homr on 18/09/2021 - 10:50
        +2

        What if you don't have any friends?

        • Molebag on 18/09/2021 - 14:05
          +2

          Reach out to one of the helplines. They are always available and focus on listening to you and helping you. Sometimes even friends can’t give you that

  • slipkord on 21/07/2022 - 20:13

    I have updated the deal post's details after deciding to (re)watch some Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour episodes on the GoTraveler website - and I'm pleasantly surprised to belatedly discover that unlike the initial launch nearly a year ago, the episodes are no longer limited to 480p resolution, and they can be viewed up to 1080p HD resolution.

    Strangely enough, I also revisited GoTraveler's official YouTube playlists for Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour - and found that these playlists haven't been updated much at all, maybe a handful of episode videos got unblocked in terms of geo-restrictions for Australian viewers. There are STILL 21(!) episodes being geo-restricted for Aussie viewers on YouTube playlist, and they're still at 480p resolution only.

    Bottom line: all 35 episodes of Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour can still be viewed for free at the GoTraveler webpage, and they can be enjoyed at 1080p HD resolution.

  • baldur on 15/09/2023 - 18:07
    +2

    "Eat at a local restaurant tonight. Get the cream sauce. Have a cold pint at 4 o’clock in a mostly empty bar. Go somewhere you’ve never been. Listen to someone you think may have nothing in common with you. Order the steak rare. Eat an oyster. Have a negroni. Have two. Be open to a world where you may not understand or agree with the person next to you, but have a drink with them anyways. Eat slowly. Tip your server. Check in on your friends. Check in on yourself. Enjoy the ride."

    • dirkgonnadirk on 15/09/2023 - 18:41
      +1

      though you can find this quote all over the internet and on various framed goods on Etsy, it’s not by him. shame as it’s a good one. it’s by some anonymous internet poster.

  • casval on 15/09/2023 - 19:26
    +1

    Also on SBS On Demand. Both season 1 and 2. It's free. Along with all five seasons of No Reservation.

  • ripoffmerchant on 15/09/2023 - 20:54

    As others have mentioned it’s free on SBS on demand. I have been watching no reservations again and it’s not doing wonders for my long-curbed cigarette habit, but I wouldn’t have it any other way.

  • capslock janitor on 15/09/2023 - 21:45

    I CANT UPVOTE THIS REPOSTY

    • belongsinforums on 15/03/2024 - 19:03

      Because high profile posters like TA were spamming ozbargain with reposts by trawling back 6 months and reposting deals on the day to farm notoriety

      • Clear on 16/03/2024 - 12:50

        Someone has a grudge against TA. Noticed TA rarely posts anymore?

        I can tell you exactly who and it wasn't him. They start with A and S.

        • belongsinforums on 16/03/2024 - 13:52

          no grudge against TA. grudge against his followers who blindly upvoted ebay jack deals without any actual deals listed. also the spam deals, such as reposts and telco 'free calls to x', movie added to paid streaming service, etc.

  • findthelimit on 15/03/2024 - 19:31
    +1

    Bourdain still the best food show of all time. Absolutely shits all over Somebody Feed Phil..

    • G-rig on 14/09/2024 - 02:49

      Anthony boring..
      Phil is pretty over the top but don't really care for either of them. Easier watching Mark Wiens on YouTube.

  • Morven on 16/03/2024 - 06:33
    +2

    Both seasons of this show have been free at SBS On Demand forever.

  • misguided_will on 13/09/2024 - 19:42

    What an awesome guy. Sad end.

  • starspawn on 13/09/2024 - 19:57

    I visited one of the restaurants he ate at in Lima, Peru. Phenomenal!

    Love his food tours, will check this out!

  • AustriaBargain on 14/09/2024 - 09:13

    Would be nice to hang around Anthony Bourdain for a while.

  • spackbace on 14/03/2025 - 19:17

    Saw an interview with Jamie Oliver recently re: Bourdain and Ramsay. Loved the curve ball that happened between Bourdain and Oliver in the end

  • Donmega123 on 14/03/2025 - 20:46
    -3

    Sad end for a bloke who was such a poseur, it made sense for him to be so obsessed with everyone else's hip credentials.

  • slipkord on 13/07/2025 - 17:42

    UPDATE (July 2025): The original deal post's URL no longer exists - instead, you can go to SBS On Demand's hub URL for Anthony Bourdain: A Cook's Tour (all 35 full length episodes across 2 seasons) - this requires a free SBS Account

    Alternatively, Hoopla also provides video-on-demand access to both of these seasons (requires a valid Hoopla registered account; sign-up requires a valid public library card and valid e-mail address - see FAQ)

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