 
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Season 1 - Episode 13: Peru "I Need Oxygen"
Average Rating: 5.0 Total Reviews: 3
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 On: 2007-10-12
Peru is, if you will forgive the cliché, one mind-blowing place. I have lived here nearly five years, and at least when I can escape Lima, the country never fails to amaze me. ABs presentation was a great less-than-half-hour postcard presentation of an enormous space, at least as much mental as physical. I appreciate the emphasis it placed on the selva (Amazonia) region, which encompasses over half the country, but is not part of most peoples thinking about Peru. As usual for one of ABs programs (but maybe the mix is more extreme here than usual), he approaches the subject with a charming mix of hedonism, curiosity, and respect. Not a likely combination, but it works. I hate to rag on Lima, but Id have to say that my only caveat about this program, to someome thinking of making a visit for the first time, is that the images of Lima are far more positive than most short-term visitors are likely to know. However, if you are here for a few days, the older Barranca area of town (where, I am pretty sure, the Lima scenes were taken) is worth some efforts to explore. Tourism is very big here and will, economic collapses notwithstanding, only continue to grow. Thinking about it? Id do it sooner than later.
On: 2007-04-12
Anthony Bourdain is my favorite travel host! He shows the culture and food of the country in a different perspective than other travel hosts. He shows a true love of travel and of the people he meets while recognizing the customs and beliefs of these countries. The Peru trip was inspiring and fun, leaving me with a desire to travel to Peru and Machu Picchu.
On: 2007-02-18
Great video. It showcases cuisine from all the regions in Peru and Anthony Bourdain teamed up with some great people in Peru to really go where the "tourist" path doesnt often take you (Gaston Acurio, one of Perus best chefs if not the best). A true picture of some areas of Peru, purposefully avoiding some of the newer and more upscale (albeit GREAT) restaurants Lima has and instead going for the old tried and true in Lima (Sonias) and experiencing truly what people eat in the Andean and jungle regions. If you ever wonder "whats typical Peruvian food" or if you, as a Peruvian are ever asked "whats typical Peruvian" (pop this DVD in for them) this is for you.
Also, not to miss are the breathtaking shots of Macchu Picchu, colonial architecture, and overall Peruvian landmarks and scenery.
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