In 2018, chefs, fans, food writers and food lovers mourned the death of Anthony Bourdain. Now, a day of life and remembrance has been established for 2019.
The two chefs started the hashtag #BourdainDay which has picked up steam in the days following.
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Here in Tucson, there are two options that we’re aware of to get out, eat delicious food, watch some of your favorite “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown” episodes, and celebrate his life with others around the city.
The beloved chef once said, “you learn a lot about someone when you share a meal together,” and the Tucson community can do just that.
“Bourdain Day” Potluck at Cafe Passe
6 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Cafe Passe is throwing a potluck buffet to celebrate Bourdain and his practice of meeting new people and learning their culture. You’re welcome to bring a dish or nothing at all — everyone’s welcome.
It’s going to be free to eat and there’s also going to be Happy Hour prices throughout the evening.
For more information, check out Cafe Passe’s Facebook event page.
Food Special at Ten55 Brewery & Sausage House
11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Ten55 is paying tribute with a food special inspired by one of Bourdain’s favorite dishes, and $1 off all specials will be donated to NAMI of Southern Arizona (National Alliance on Mental Illness).
In addition, they’ll be streaming episodes of Bourdain’s television series on the in-house screens.
For more information, visit Ten55 Brewery’s Facebook event page.
Article written by:
Matt Sterner
More about MattAt a very young age, Matt Sterner was gifted with the artistic ability to masterfully roll a burrito to the highest of standards, but the wrapped medley of delicious innards wasn’t his first love. Matt’s first true love was a combination of reading, writing, and creating. He grew up reading comics, the ingredients list of his shampoo and conditioner bottles, choose-your-own-adventure books, and the Scrabble dictionary — something he found useful when challenging his grandmother to a game.
He attended college at New Mexico State University and graduated with a degree in Digital Filmmaking. One of his favorite classes was screenwriting because he became responsible for the story’s birth before it came to life on-screen. After school, Matt took on numerous positions at a local television station in Tucson. From dealing out stories about heartbreak to producing “fluffier” content for a lifestyle broadcast, he learned what it takes to adapt to the many emotions the world of media can stir. Since 2017, Matt has dabbled in the culinary world of Tucson as well as San Diego, California from time to time.
If you’re in the mood for strange stories, head over to his pride and joy, wonkytimes.com. And in case you’re curious — yes, after all of this time, he still manages to roll a killer burrito.
