Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations: Harbin, China

Harbin, China

Tony arrives in the dead of winter in Harbin, China, a season that defines the Dongbei people and the nature of their cuisine. Tony samples hearty stews, mountains of dumplings and the sharp flavors of pickled and preserved vegetables.

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Seafood and liquor in Harbin

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Harbin, China

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Zhao Ji Lao Pu (Manchu Cuisine)

Classic Manchurian cuisine is the focus of this multi-generational restaurant in downtown Harbin.

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Lao Liu Sha Zhu Cai (Old Liu's Kill Pig Cuisine)

In the form of a grand banquet, this jovial restaurant celebrates pork in as many different ways as you can imagine.

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Around the World

Harbin's Russian locals dine at this spot where they serve up amazing food along with copious amounts of vodka.

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Fox Pub

Anthony Bourdain heads to this expat bar to meet up with Alan Wong, a local Harbiner and Tony's guide for the majority of his trip.

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Da Song Shui Jiao (Big Song's Dumplings)

Tony and Alan hit up a tiny dumpling shop to try its version of Harbin's dumpling flare.

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Bai Yi Da Di Guo

This hot pot restaurant has communal tables built over coal stoves used to keep the food hot during the meal.

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Zhang Fei Pa Rou Meatball and Pork Restaurant

This location serves up hearty portions high in fat to warm up its customers during the long winter season.

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USA Bucks Bar

At this unique and American kitsch location on Harbin's main street, USA Bucks Bar serves up a hearty snack of local sausages and beer.

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Sun Mountain Yabuli Ski Resort

At this up and coming international ski resort, Tony meets up with some of its executives and hits the slopes on a frigid day in Yabuli.

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