No Reservations - Disappearing Manhattan

UPDATE:

Hey folks, Jon here, and as promised, I'll say a few words about tonight's special episode of "No Reservations". That was totally unexpected. This was not the first time Bourdain has returned to Gotham City on his cable show, but in his previous visits, he spent the majority of the program complaining about the lack of hookers in Times Square, or the insufficient amount of filth lining the sidewalks. But this was different. 

While still pining for days long gone, tonight was a tribute. I wont recap where Tony went, and what he ate (that's what Tivo is for), I will tell you that I was glad to see a side of the city that I strive to seek out. That is, unchanging, unpolished, authentic, ethnic mainstays. Italian, French, German, Chinese, and Jewish - these peoples changed the landscape of New York, and they fed it well. The places that Bourdain featured are relics of the early 20th century and some older, and New York is littered with these sorts of  places. In this city, there's no reason to buy a Pastrami "five dollar footlong" when you can go to Katz's deli and get the real deal. 

All in all, I'm happy to see Bourdain pay tribute the city he calls home. Too often it seems like he wishes he lived somewhere in the mountains of China, or anywhere but here for that matter. But I think what makes this city so great is that I can taste the mouthwatering delights that Bourdain samples all over the world. While New York has its own staples, its the plethora of ethnic food that is available all over this city that makes my work at FoodGasm oh so delicious. 

Stay hungry folks. 

Original Post:

Tonight on the Travel Channel, Anthony Bourdain, Foodgam's favorite culinary and travel badass, is hosting a special episode of his always entertaining "No Reservations". In tonight's special "Disappearing Manhattan", Tony returns to his hometown - New York. Expect a healthy dose of cynicism and dissatisfaction with the "New" New York. Just like every "No Reservations", this is not to be missed. I'll try and write up a review after the show. However, if you need your Tony fix immediately, check out this hilarious article where he badmouths the Food Network. "Disappearing Manhattan" premiers tonight on the Travel Channel at 10 p.m. EST.