Anthony Bourdain wanted to make "more seasons" of "Parts Unknown"

Eric Ripert think about the loss of his friend, Anthony Bourdain. The famous chef was filming a Unknown parts An episode with Bourdain in France at the time of his death by suicide, June 8, would have found the body of the TV presenter in his hotel room.

"He was funny and witty and at the same time he knew the food well. Very kind and complementary to what we were doing, "said Ripert Squire from his first meeting with the future Unknown parts host shortly after Bourdain's memoirs, Confidential kitchen, has been freed. "I was very surprised, he had very good manners at the table. It was not that bad boy I was describing from the book. And after the meal, we decided to see us for a drink. "

From there, a "long friendship" began and, while Bourdain created a unique space in the world of television based on travel, Ripert was often at his side. In fact, Ripert made about a dozen appearances in each Bourdain show among the short films. Cook's visit at No reservations and Unknown parts over nearly two decades. The final series of Unknown parts aired on Sunday 11 November.

"He was a dear friend, and in life we ​​do not have too many good friends. I miss him a lot, "Ripert revealed. "He has been a great inspiration in my life."

This is partly why Ripert now wants to make sure that people remember Bourdain as more than just a TV host. "He wanted people to be curious, adventurous and, in the future, educated," Ripert told the point of sale, saying his friend "had achieved his vision."

Still, Ripert says he was as surprised by Bourdain's suicide as the rest of the world, noting that Bourdain was already preparing for another season of Unknown parts at the moment of his death. "His goal was to do a lot more seasons," said Ripert.

"He changed the way we see the world. It has changed the way television covers travel and food shows, "recalls Ripert. "Who could have known what was happening in Congo or Libya except through his eyes? He gave a voice to people. His show was not a food show. It was not a travel show. It was much bigger than that. All of this, I think, is something that will never be forgotten. "

If you or any of your acquaintances are in emotional distress or plan to commit suicide, call the National Life Line for Suicide Prevention at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

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