It's not bad, but I found the stories predictable.

Cool concept but just didn't pan out.

Not what I expected: the cover image is beautiful and the graphics inside are very well done, but its more just gruesome than it is scary or historical or interesting. I also have trouble getting into graphic novels, maybe it's just me!

A Russian oligarch, with an unsavory past (are there any other kind?), has assembled a group of international chefs for a night of feasting. Before the oligarch lets them go, he challenges them to play the samurai game of 100 candles. Each chef needs to tell a story featuring demons, ghosts, or revealing other teeth chattering, inspiring, supernatural beings, whose names you do not speak above a soft whisper. The theme of these stories, of course, revolves around food and revenge, which for

Really cool concept! Can't wait to read the next issue, though I think this will eventually be best read as a trade. I also really want to cosplay the character on the cover. I think the make up would look really cool!

Just a quick jaunt through something new from Anthony Bourdain. This first episode of three hits middle of the table. Nothing amazing but not terrible. A quick read of about 15 minutes. Three more episodes to come and I definitely love the concept of the Japanese ghost story samurai game. It appears to be on an uphill trek. Definitely keenly awaiting the next release.

Sorry, Anthony Bourdain but the Junji Ito collection and Image Comics' "Wayward" are way better than this collection of yokai and kwaidan tales. Still reading #2 though. Let's see if it gets better.

This is an interesting concept. It came across as a bit disorganised: the opening page, and how it didn't relate right away with the premise, the odd profanity, the transitions between stories and the pacing that comes from different characters giving those stories. In itself, the art is lovely no matter who is drawing it and the lack of structure does work with the mood. I really like how we have a group of characters that don't have a lot of love for one another. They co-exist. They have their...

Not the best horror comic ever, but it's the format I'd hoped for with two stories per issue and excellent gory art. Solid three star book with a bonus star for (view spoiler)[the sea monster lobster woman (hide spoiler)]. Did not see that coming.

i enjoy a great deal of weird, bizarre, and strange content but this was not a good read for me. I really appreciate the concept but felt that it was not executed well. such a shame because I am a fan of bourdain and this was a lovely foray into the graphic novel realm.

I miss him. These books are a way to have hear his words again. Illustrations are amazing! Loved it.

I've been meaning to read this since Anthony Bourdain passed away and finally got time to. This collection of short stories written and drawn by some of the top horror artists creates an amazing chronological collection. The stories range in horror and gore and some are stomach churning enough to put you off food for a while. The eulogy at the end for Anthony Bourdain is a great tribute to the world-famous chef who inspired so many, and the inclusion of his recipes that were based off the storie...

Inspired by Japanese Samurai tradition, this collection of ghost stories by the late Anthony Bourdain induces both terror and hunger. The tales are quick and fun, with an overtly political overarching narrative that concludes with hungry ghosts literally eating the rich, which is as gruesome (and awesome) as it sounds. Tragically, as the dedication tearfully describes, the graphic novel was finished days before Bourdain passed, but the chef and adventurer lives on through his words and recipes,

The comic book plot point in Station Eleven made me realize that aside from some elementary versions while subbing, I had never read a graphic novel. As a Bourdain fan girl, I had this on my shelf and quickly paged through it today. These short horror stories are based on Japanese legends and feature traditional ghostly spirits and themes of gluttony and revenge with a bit of erotica thrown in.Definitely a book of horrific fables with excellent graphic art, but didn't spark an interest for me to...

I have to wonder if this book wasn't written with me in mind! It has everything that I love! Horror, Asian myths and ghost stories, and food!!This is a great romp through some of the most popular Japanese ghost stories, up dated and with a dash of sass that has Bourdain's tone all over it.And of course, not to forget that there are 5 recipes in the back that play roles in the stories! This was a lot of fun!

[Review is of the complete trade edition, not the first issue.]Fun collection of horror tales that all revolve around food and eating, but the stories are too short. (I read the entire collection in about an hour.) I think that this would work a LOT better if each tale were given, say, twice the space to really grow and breathe. But the art is terrific, and there's a elegiac note in wondering if this might have blossomed into something bigger had Anthony Bourdain not chosen to end his life.The a...

So I knew this was a graphic novel when I bought it, but I thought it was going to be more in the line of "Bone in the Throat" Tony Bourdain, it wasn't awful, it was just was more graphically gory than my taste,and the stories were not by Tony Bourdain, they were curated by Tony Bourdain. As long as you understand the difference it's OK for what it is,a collection of ghost stories centered/themed around food.

This was published posthumously, but is quite wonderful. It is reminiscent of his Jiro series in that there is a strong Japanese cultural influence, and each story revolves around food. More specifically each story revolves around hunger, appetites, and Japanese ghosts. The illustrations match perfectly with the feel of the book. This can be read in one sitting, but I would recommend it

All taken from established Japanese folktales, the tales of horror told are tied together well and illustrated with unique styles while still retaining a cohesive feel. Which is good, this sense of cohesion, because it’s creating a feeling of a dinner party where everyone is sharing the same general ambiance. The stories are all pretty tightly packed. My favourite is The Heads as it sets a good pace and the main character is fleshed out well.

I am putting this graphic novel alongside Mr. Bourdain's last cookbook. I must say this was 10 times better than Get Jiro. But I digress... The artwork in this one was great! The horror stories in this book were definitely interesting and not for the faint of heart! A must read for any horror lover.Bonus recipes in the back of the book from Mr. Bourdain?!?! Sweet