"Bourdain is one of the country's best food writers...His opinions are as strong as his language, and his tastes as infectious as his joy." --New York Times Book Review

"In addition to being an authority on kitchen scandals, Bourdain is now an expert eater, top-notch journalist, storied cultural ambassador and professional airline passenger. He's the rebel outsider with insider access." --Playboy

"[Bourdain writes] the kind of book you read in one sitting, then rush about annoying your coworkers by declaiming whole passages." --New York magazine

" Zany antics aside, No Reservations amply reflects Bourdain's search for the heart and soul of humanity--and, of course, the ultimate roast pig." --BookPage

"More than leftovers of his show (now in its fourth season), this is a fresh, satisfying meal...with lavish new photos and commentary." --Booklist

"delivers another entertaining look at the best and worst places around the world in which to eat... Bourdain also provides many of his always incisive and entertaining observations" --Publisher's Weekly