
His book “Blue Highways” inspired travel writer Chris Clemens, founder of Exploring Upstate, to focus on places around Upstate New York that you might not find on every map. “Blue Highways: A Journey Into America” by William Least Heat-Moonīig cities draw the majority of tourists, but smaller towns have just as much to offer, according to author William Least Heat-Moon. “Blue Highways: A Journey Into America” by William Least Heat-Moon Credit: Hachetteĩ. It opened his eyes to a world that was forgiving and kind, to a world of people less fortunate than him, but who were happier than he could ever be, and it taught him the importance of stepping outside your comfort zone as a means to growth.” He's still the same Anthony Bourdain, with the same convictions about what makes good cooking, but the years on the road have softened his soul in this memoir,” she said. “Tony comes to us in this book a little older, a little more worn, and above all, wiser and apologetic for his staunch stances of the past. Luckily, Meagan Drillinger, a travel writer and owner of women’s entrepreneurial retreat company Vaera Journeys, makes the decision a little easier with her pick, “Medium Raw,” Bourdain’s follow-up to “Kitchen Confidential.” But between his award-winning TV shows and best-selling books, it’s hard to choose which part of his storytelling is most influential. There’s a special place in every traveler’s heart for Anthony Bourdain.

“Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to The World of Food and the People Who Cook” by Anthony Bourdain “Medium Raw: A Bloody Valentine to The World of Food and the People Who Cook” by Anthony Bourdain Credit: HarperCollinsĥ.
