Barbara P. (gotchagal) - , reviewed on 6/12/2011 + 97 more book reviews

Bourdain's books are books I do not share, do not exchange and reread when I can. He is a wonderful, open writer. His sense of humor is terrific and his language, while a bit salty, does not offend. In fact, it adds to the writing.

Yes, "A Cook's Tour" is a keeper and is fascinating. We have traveled to many countries and since we are both foodies and I am a very serious cook, food is always a major subject of interest to us.

(I once sent an order of chicken soup back to the kitchen in China because the soup was jet black with several noodle-looking things hanging from a foot. I was shocked and a bit disgusted to tell the truth. It was several years and 14 more trips to China later when I accidently discovered that it had come from a special jet black chicken and was supposed to be especially healthy. I'm a bit sorry now that I never tasted it.)

Bourdain shares some of his wonderful, interesting experiences and you may find yourself canceling appointments, putting off the dusting and washing to just keep reading. His writing certainly holds your attention. By all means, check it out.

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