Anthony Bourdain in France: The Oyster He Never Forgot | Slow French

At La Pyramide in Vienne, young Anthony Bourdain waits in the car with his brother while their parents enjoy a French meal. Later, on an oyster farmer’s boat in Arcachon Bay, he gets his own chance to impress them. Why did tasting one raw oyster stay with him long after he became a chef, writer and traveler? Listen in clear, slow French, with useful expressions explained as the story unfolds.

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Expressions in this episode:

• avoir du caractère — to be strong-willed

• prendre goût à quelque chose — to grow to like something

• les coulisses — behind the scenes

• savourer — to take time to enjoy

• les mois en « r » — the traditional oyster season, September to April

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