Books to Read if You Miss Anthony Bourdain’s Writing

For many, Anthony Bourdain had the dream job of traveling the globe for work. But, to be one of the crew filming Bourdain on his adventures was a different experience, as proven by Tom Vitale. In this book, Vitale shares candid stories of grief and clear-eyed observations on what drives people (and specifically, what drove Bourdain) to travel. Vitale’s memoir reflects on the years he spent working with Bourdain, sharing a raw and honest behind-the-scenes look. Bourdain’s influence on the first-time writer is obvious, with that classic Bourdain cadence coming through the text often, especially as Vitale digs into old shows, emails, and shared experiences that help bring his former boss to life.