Anthony Bourdain A Cook's Tour Season 2 Episode 12: My Friend Linh

Tony returns to his beloved Hanoi, Vietnam to visit his friend, Linh, for the Vietnamese lunar New Year holiday of Tet. Together they enjoy the holiday and indulge in all the exotic delicacies Vietnamese culture offers.
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[@phobowl]

Anthony Bordain is dear friend of the Vietnamese people. Thank you Anthony and we hope you’re enjoying a big bowl of Pho each morning in heaven.

[@meeshafike7085]

💔♥️

[@karenhargis9824]

😢

[@teuilagracetualaulelei1609]

Vietnamese food, according to Mr Bourdain, is the best in the world..I believe him😘😇🙏❤️

[@urtooclose]

I luv vietnam

[@DavidScheidler-cr4il]

I want to be buried in Vietnam

[@2sc458]

3:24 "Damnit it's good to be alive". I wish Anthony could have had a few more days of that. RIP.

[@randysvids4774]

If I woke up and went back to time in early June 2018, I would tell him to quit his cnn job and move to vietnam and don’t look back

[@TheNewWorldOrderColumbus]

You cannot encourage people like Anthony Bourdain who is French American borned in the United States to remain a joined regular French colonist.

[@kaynguyen3165]

It hurt a lot when he said, “life is good.” I wish he stuck around for long enough for it to become good again for him. RIP Bourdain.

[@Dabr33]

You actually believe he killed himself? Do some research!

[@PKTran-pz4zx]

His love for the people and the food of Vietnam is so real. We lost a good soul. RIP A.B.

[@GiangLe-et3oh]

As a Vietnamese, I love this episode so much not only because of Anthony himself but also because of the level of production. I can even hear the traditional music in the background. What a show

[@dakmycat3688]

I’m not Vietnamese, but I enjoy watching Anthony over there. He seemed to love it. This is a good episode.

[@navy_flyer2331]

"There's a link, a bond between life, family and food in this country. And I cherish the moments I have here".

[@CardinalKaos]

Thing like this quote hit so much harder now that hes gone. Its pretty awesome to be able to have been alive at the same time as such a person

[@alexbaum2204]

I lived in Southeast Asia for close to 15 years. Spent the bulk of that in beautiful (gorgeous!) Indonesia. About 8 of those years were spent living out of a tent, riding my bicycle with all my belongings strapped to the back. Had the great fortune of seeing every country in the region. Towards the end of my life there, I finally made it to the one country that had evaded me until that point: Vietnam. Cycled in from Yunnan, China and made my way down to Danang via the Ho Chi Minh Highway. Really lovely ride. I made a plan to spend three full days exploring all that I could in Hanoi. By the end of 7 days, I pried myself away with a somewhat heavy heart. It’s the loveliest city I’ve ever seen. And for my money, it has the best food in a region chock full of amazing cuisine. It is the best of the best. I’d return in a heartbeat if only to have one more meal.

[@landonw7099]

For someone who was born in ‘89 can I just say that these old videos are so comforting. Such a different world back then.

[@kenhan8953]

I don’t know him personally, but watching his videos made you feel like he is your friend. Love the guy n his show. Rest In Peace Mr Anthony Bourdain

[@BongDonky]

Anthony Bourdain sure seemed like a cool person. I am surprised he died in that manner. Because he seemed to have an appreciation and zest for life. Salutamu Anthony!

[@Nation4]

Because of Anthony I am going to Vietnam (Hanoi) in two months. I've wanted to for years because of the way he talks about it.

[@Indigoism96]

How was your trip to Vietnam?

[@linhdtu]

Tony Bourdain is my favorite food commentator. He is more sincere, genuine than most of others doing the same thing. It's so tragic that underneath all of this kindness, openness to other people and their cultures, lurks a permanent depression which ended up taking his life. Hanoi is my birth city but I never knew it and don't plan to. My parents escaped to Saigon in 53 and took me with them.

[@mojogustavo336]

Anthony was a sincere and genuinely cool guy. Very thoughtful of other people and awesome.

[@iraidushka]

@@mojogustavo336 Breaks my heart he wrote a lengthy apology email to his first ex wife of many years asking her for forgiveness for hurting her and causing her pain. He was struggling for many many reasons 😢

[@latona8767]

@@iraidushka depresion por la ex mujer? o seria por las drogas?

[@Mutiny960]

It wasn't the depression. It was his horrible b**ch girlfriend CHEATING on him and rubbing it in his face by going on TV with the she was F ing. Then she LAUGHED at him being upset by it. It was too much for him. She has suffered no consequences, she's a murderer and an evil POS.

[@dakmycat3688]

I love watching him.

[@afvet5075]

I cant imagine how all of the people that have done shows with Anthony feel when they watch these videos. We all miss you Anthony and the world wont be the same brother. God rest your soul.

[@latona8767]

que grande perdida, un hombre tan sabio y con una mega personalidad,la depresion es terrible!

[@charlesmeyeriii4188]

Thank you for posting these videos!!! These are treasures to all of us!!

[@GoTraveler]

So glad you're enjoying them, Charles! You can also stream them for free on the GoTraveler app on your TV and phone.

[@joanneanderson6535]

Yes I agree. Anthony was such a treasure. I love traveling with him during the plandemic (oops). TY so much sharing this very cool, treasured man.

[@Slayerx2010]

@@joanneanderson6535 yea oops shut up. What was the plan then give me an explanation. No one ever does they just keep spouting plandemic without explaining.

[@Philnotofthefuture]

@@Slayerx2010 Tf are you on about?

[@edyr]

I hope Anthony Bourdain was not killed.. how come they don't have the photos of this particular incident They definitely would have seen, shown, thought to do so with a man like Anthony Bourdain at the time

[@bluemountainagantuk]

3:24 shatters my heart every time. You experienced the best of humanity but also glimpsed into its abyss and the abyss looked back at you. Be at peace chef. It was an honour meeting you.

[@Jon.......]

Anthony eating Pho shatters your heart?

[@bluemountainagantuk]

@@Jon....... Not at all. Just focus on what he says.

[@Jon.......]

@@bluemountainagantuk I did. I found it ironic, not heart shattering.

[@bluemountainagantuk]

@@Jon....... That's amazing, thanks for sharing!

[@dannymeese5853]

That line hit me as well. Rest in peace & memory eternal.

[@3betlightftw]

Finding these older shows is great. He always did love Vietnam the most.

[@manenwan]

23:10 props to the producers for using actual vietnamese traditional music and not some generic asian/chinese soundtrack

[@doheo33]

Every time I watch Anthony Bourdain I cry

[@davidbaker9923]

Same here.

[@pork012345]

Thank god I’m not alone

[@alvinhang8721]

Same for me. I get emotional watching AB. My parents and I would watch his shows. Now my dad and AB are both gone from the world. I will always have the memory.

[@thaichu3871]

He's gone but his legend will stay forever.

[@ParallaxPete]

bourdain really made me proud of my culture and ignited my curiosity. I try and savor every dish my mom makes and learn from her

[@cindytucker3065]

My daughter visited Vietnam. She was very impressed with the kindness of the citizens and she LOVED the food!!!! Hopefully, I can visit there one of these days. Additionally, I must say that the food at the Lin family looked absolutely DELICIOUS!!!

[@MacMurka]

I agree, I was born in Vietnam and Tony made me really want to go back and visit. I had no interest prior until he said he’d pick Vietnam if he could only live in one place

[@lamdao1242]

I hope you have been learning your Mum’s cooking. If your Mum is a good cook, then lf she is happy to teach you to cook the good food, that is one of the MOST precious acts of love she can give you!

[@satyakammisra]

Miss you Tony. Which year was this shot? Vietnam/Hanoi has changed a lot in 2022. Tradition is slowing being replaced by the phone generation and modern nuclear family culture. What scares me is in the next 50 years, will we still have the loving grandmas cooking family dinners? The uncles riding bikes 200km from village to meet in the city? The unannounced cousin showing up at your place middle of night? The family bonds across multiple generations? Time changes everything- let’s see what it does to Vietnamese spirit. Sometimes, the future is not the best.

[@basic_le4857]

Possibly early 2000. Looks like it anyway

[@Tonyhouse1168]

It was filmed in 2001-02. I feel you; we’re losing so much and it’s only those of us that lived through it all that will miss it

[@rodw4057]

AB was thee BEST at what he did. He was born to do this. Its so, so sad he wasn't strong enough to stay. He didnt seem like a person to do what he did over a woman!! I'll miss him forever. He passed a day before my Dad, so it was a very, very tough year. My brother from another Mother also passed 30 days before. The worst year of my life!! The missing is the worst part. ❤ 😢

[@bobhofbauer]

I still miss Anthony every day 😞😭. He was the best!!

[@mojogustavo336]

I miss Anthony Bourdain Rest In Peace. I grew up watching No Reservations as a child.

[@truethought2581]

A look of happiness hiding a dark depression. You are missed very much Anthony. If you feel dark, speak up. If you feel alone speak up. If you feel like there's no going on, please, please speak up. The loss left behind is immeasurable. The sorrow is indescribable. In today's times it is ok to speak up. R.I.P. Anthony. You are missed more than you could have ever known.

[@dudereno21]

If you have something to say about the Clinton's.. Maybe keep it to yourself.

[@latona8767]

muy hermosas tus palabras, ❤

[@ahmadfarooq6861]

Good to be alive... u said it Tony... we love n miss u

[@emjd2009]

I just blasted into tears when he said that.

[@persapientiam3818]

@@emjd2009 hahaha

[@jonatanlago4149]

Anthony, you are truly missed!

[@kentmalone8539]

Every episode is authentic and beautiful! Nobody's ever done it the way he did. U can almost taste the dishes he describes. Fantastic.

[@cowsmuggler1646]

I am good with the rat with MSG. They put MSG into everything.

[@abhimathews]

"Can you see why I love it here?" I can, I can see you love your friend, Linh :-)

[@redtide941]

I love this episode. The way he describes Vietnam like an old girlfriend really resonates with me. I've been traveling for most of my life, but the feeling I had the moment I first stepped off the plane in Hanoi instantly changed how felt about traveling

[@94Whiskey]

I heart breakingly miss this man, Anthony Bordain....his views & philosophy makes me a better person......

[@angeladonofrio9920]

Anthony did always seem happier in the East and South Asian places

[@Eddie-EZ]

So much true admiration for your Host and his family brother it’s the only time you’ve ever been seen with a tie on. These are my favorite moments no saucy chefs and nuvo cuisine just great people sharing their food and lives with us through you. You are The Goat forever

[@RaymondDuong-f2g]

Anthony Bourdain is still the best food KZbinr. He doesn’t need to try hard to entertain audience. Just natural charm and passion. I’ve seen this episode many times and still not bored. RIP

[@DDavy2014]

I feel like AB was more care-free and joyful in his earlier videos. Maybe because it was something fresh and exciting for him - someone who was always seeking new thrill and addiction. He seemed to have this joy no matter what year, when he was in Vietnam. You can tell he really loved the place. I’ve lived in Vietnam for nearly 5 years now. It is as enchanting, magical and crazy as it looks. You are deeply missed Anthony, but you left such an amazing mark on this earth. I’ll always enjoy watching your videos. I hope you’re at peace now.

[@THEBONESBRIGADE]

man i miss him. He is and always will be treasure to us foodies!

[@dairy1994]

This is literally what I used to watch all the time

[@drissaudia1323]

They are an odd friendship, he’s so tall, him short, one Asian & one Westerner. He was the only guy that I loved watching him eat Vietnamese food and love it. Rip, AB. Miss your shows. ❤️💖♥️

[@johnpatterson6448]

I didn’t realise he had been doing this for so long. What I find amazing - and encouraging - he got much better looking with age and silver hair.

[@ChavaLeEtranger]

i can see why you loved it Tony...

[@tallaganda83]

Miss this legend, can't think of a celebrity I have actually cared more about their loss.

[@pannachawangkul585]

There will never be another Anthony Bourdain, you know, his charm, wittiness, snarkiness, friendliness, good manners when the occasions called for, and most importantly his kindness, being big or small, words or deeds, he made good, lasting impressions to so many who were fortunate enough to have met him, known him, and loved him. The one that is coming close second, but can't replace Anthony is Gary Butler. Gary possesses all those aforementioned qualities, though not as fluid as Anthony, but Gary loves food and people & always eager to travel for food & trying new dish. I miss you, Anthony Bourdain, but Gary is curing the emptiness of your absent. RIP.

[@shanestuart-ramirez429]

I think tgis is one of my top 3 videos. You can see how really passionate he is about their cuisine and aopears he is in his comfort zone. Even dressing up in a suit. You will be missed Toni!!

[@robbinshood79]

Pray for the repose of his soul, may God grant Tony the peace he always sought. Lord have mercy.

[@thomasmckenney3518]

Love the food of SE Asia!!!!! Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Burma. As well as East Asia. Korea and Japan.

[@nicholascrow8133]

Gone but never forgotten, one of the true pioneers in food/cooking tv shows, right up there with the big legend names like Kieth Floyd, Marco Pierre White, and Martin Yan, to name a few

[@anonaki-mt6xb]

Two of my most favorite things in life, Tony Bourdain and Vietnamese Food! Cảm ơn! Miss and Love You Tony :)

[@lindawills291]

This the most remarkable video. He was so less cynical than a lot of the older ones. Had forgotten about these. It makes so happy to see his early years

[@DDavy2014]

I agree. I feel he became more withdrawn in his older years - as many people do naturally. But maybe he became jaded with the travelling, and unfortunately jaded with life.

[@edwardwong654]

Tony, we miss ya! More than you can even imagine. But watching this video, along with the others, for a minute, you forget that he is gone. So this is very bittersweet.

[@evelynthai4776]

Anthony bourdain was a sweet soul wish I would’ve met him. I never got to visit my parents family I love the food!

[@salfrausto8741]

Even though I never got the chance to meet you you’ve always been there for me. Rest easy Anthony.

[@elizabethsmith2062]

Oh Anthony! I miss the Joy you brought to Us. Your voice continues to keep your spirit alive.

[@mattilove6028]

Sweetened condensed milk coffee is one of my favorite things

[@jenniferparkman6013]

I loved Anthony and his love and sincerity for all cultures around the world he will be truly missed

[@deborahbrown2614]

Anthony looked good and happy. I am glad he had this visit with Linh.

[@1981vt]

Thanks again for posting these videos, after reading the book and listening to the audio, it’s great to actually see Lin. As he always does, Tony keeps us surprised no matter the way you tune in.

[@Evercleverkar]

RIP Mr. Bourdain you were everything to the world. I miss you more than the Queen.

[@VeliaLopez-jl6mg]

What a beautiful video showing the gastronomy of Vietnam. A beautiful country with beautiful people.

[@bobgrey871]

This specific episode is very close in editing, commentary, and aesthetic style to parts unknown it's evident he loves Vietnam.

[@GoTraveler]

Yes, he loved Vietnam. Thanks for sharing, Bob!

[@deandamon9922]

Try as I might, the gut wrenching reality of how this man's journey on Earth ended makes these old episodes hard to muster. Tragic to most, beautiful to others.

[@Scott020357]

The big difference is not with whom you sit there to enjoy your food...it is where you will go after the meal. A sense of belonging is much more important than the meal...it doesn't matter how fancy the food could be.

[@Tibetan2]

Always irreverent … but never boring, still miss Tony. He has inspired many of my beloved foreign travels. A true ambassador of the world!

[@dairy1994]

I love how it's old school

[@glenshiotsugu6597]

He was so brilliant, so respectful to the world.

[@MrChucky619]

I miss you Chef. I hope you're eating well in the big table in the sky. RIP.

[@20luzer52]

I watched numerous episodes of Anthony Bourdain and I find his open-mindedness to the culture and people of the countries he visit to be so welcoming. I also spent extensive periods abroad, in lesser developed countries, and I find having the same mindset as Anthony Bourdain made the food, and the food experience, so much more enjoyable. I also find the people in those countries treat me so much better, as friends, and not as customers.

[@love-bulldogs]

Love these Antony bourdain videos , thank you for bringing them to us, And so sad he is not with us in Person, a beautiful guy , rest in peace, and thank you for leaving us all these interesting insight to food and life " God Bless tony "" Brian Margolis falls church Va

[@lisabishop6266]

This kinda made me sad when he talked about the snail soup. When my dad was dying, I told him to make up a last meal for my parents last Anniversary together. The ONLY darn thing I could NOT find was snails! But my parents had a great last Anniversary together any way. ( Yea, I couldn't afford the Dom Parion either lol, they had to settle for cheaper lol)

[@travisyarbrough4033]

I would not put this place high on the list for travel but Anthony made it a must now. I will go there in honor of these great people and AB

[@trungpham9763]

Miss Anthony: the show is never the same without him

[@thaidaym]

I discovered how much I love food and different cultures when watching his show on Travel Channel.

[@thomasg1323]

What a beautiful episode...thank you for sharing. RIP AB

[@GoTraveler]

Glad you enjoyed it, Thomas!

[@IndridCool54]

It really hurts my heart to hear Tony say “it’s good to be alive…” because I wonder how that became not the case. RIP Tony.

[@meeshafike7085]

so amazingly beautiful ❤️ those women outdid themselves

[@bluelightmoon777]

Dear father in heaven please have mercy on anthonys soul, he gave me joy in one of my darkest spots of life, he was a politeful and beautiful soul with a good sense of humor and excellent taste for food and the good things in life, please give him a chance, please forgive him :(

[@elizabethbakewell6046]

Yes thank you! Thank you for everything you gave us Anthony Bourdain! I We Miss you here! Wherever you are sure you are blessing

[@mcm8737]

So miss him, thank you for posting these!! RIP ANTHONY!! 😥👃

[@andrewstraub131]

He always recognized the local places that you may never see if you did things like normal Americans do things his deep appreciation for the hard work that went into these no shortcut fuel of the people sort of places are all about it was a humanitarian bridge of sorts for him uniting us under the great umbrella of elevated beasts

[@dbrown101272]

Your shows warm my heart Tony, and make me yearn for travel and new foods again

[@adriaanboogaard8571]

I wish I could retire their. All I would do is eat, ride my bicycle and paddle my Kayak from one fishing spot to another. The food looks amazing. I think the people are wonderful. I have good friends from there. When I visit they love to feed me.I eat and love everything.

[@kellykwan5811]

3:32 "dammit its good to be alive " .. ( at this moment). Life. Fleeting. RIP

[@johnthorpe1349]

U always show the greatest respect 4 ever missed ,🙏❤️ Migwech 🔥

[@williammarik6159]

Wow !..,that coffee looks like motor oil..,i would love a cup !

[@brian-beeler]

_"Wow !..,that coffee looks like motor oil..,i would love a cup !"_ It's actually very easy to make. Most Asian supermarkets have Trung Nguyên brand Vietnamese coffee (the most popular and most exported) and the required phin filter for little money. Plenty of videos on YT on have to make it. Very good served with sweetened condensed milk over ice. FYI Vietnamese coffee is all robusta so its pretty high in caffeine.

[@joshuagumpert8910]

@@brian-beeler sounds like a cup of heaven with the condensed milk. We are Addicted to it because of nectar cream and chocolate snowballs in New Orleans... soooo good.

[@MyKeeP81]

@@joshuagumpert8910 they do the same in jamaica. the condensed milk and blue mountain coffee is incredible

[@peterkimcpams9385]

Miss you dude dearly!!😥

[@Corpsefiend_666]

He was so happy there 😭

[@stevenotero2627]

AMAZING GRACE HOW SWEET THE SOUND THAT SEND A WRENCH LIKE TONY, I ONCE WAS LOST BUT NOW IM FOUND, WAS BLIND, NOW I SEE. CALIFORNIA LOVE TO VIETNAM. 😎🎭✌

[@schadenfreude6274]

This guy is very good. He should be working as a Chef. I'm sure he'll be very famous one day. :)

[@GoTraveler]

Maybe one day!

[@deealexandra6928]

3:24 still gets me

[@iluxman]

Thanks for reup the clip of legendary chef!

[@nodrama490]

Anthony your a gem ❤ dearly missed

[@fasteddylove-muffin6415]

They knocked down a lot of shots. Anthony Bourdain seemed to be holding his own--so to speak.

[@garrycordwell7923]

I'm a total A B groupy ....love him...very sad,however all his travel shows have more affect with me today...R I P TONY.

[@joeyricefried9621]

I miss him!!!

[@sanjaivkovic9126]

GOLD God speed Tony

[@loubega5140]

Thanks for posting this

[@thomast6569]

He figured it all out before it began. 😌

[@bruriahadary4752]

So sad. I loved him as a person and love his shows. I missed him so much

[@bibebong3288]

Khi còn trẻ , ông ấy nhìn như một dân chơi đích thực với chiếc bông tai lấp lánh . Cảm ơn đã đến thưa Ngài .

[@zeusfloreus]

Legend

[@mtribe3442]

This duo has such good vibes

[@joshythehand2960]

But don't be fooled. Linh is an agent of the communist govt. He's there to make sure no one says anything freely to Tony.. and sure Tony doesn't say anything that the party doesn't approve of. Lihn is not a good guy. Say something wrong and you go to re education camp