What the Anthony Bourdain biopic misses about his life and legacy
A new biopic has renewed attention on his Maine stops, where restaurants say his visit still draws customers and shapes the local food scene.
- Released this month, the film 'Tony' chronicles Anthony Bourdain's early career on Cape Cod, sparking renewed conversations about the late chef, writer and TV show host who died by suicide in 2018.
- In 2010, Bourdain filmed an episode of 'No Reservations' in Portland to visit longtime cinematographer Zach Zamboni, calling the Oyster restaurant 'the kind of place that's not hard to get me into.'
- Manager Eddie Cartonio believes the visit significantly boosted business at the Oyster restaurant and transformed Portland from a 'hidden gem' into a recognized destination on the food scene.
- Chef Melissa Kelly notes customers still visit her Rockland restaurant, Primo, after seeing the episode on HBO Max, with Kelly recalling that hanging out with him was 'a blast.'
- Primo continues to honor Bourdain by celebrating his birthday last year with a recreated menu, while Kelly earned the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur this June.
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