The Reluctant Apprentice: Unpacking Anthony Bourdain's Early Years The new biopic Tony has brought to light the lesser known story of Anthony Bourdain's early days as a dishwasher in Cape Cod's Provincetown.
However, is it a tale of discovery or just another example of the celebrity chef's myth making?
Bourdain was fresh out of Vassar College when he landed a job at the Flagship seafood restaurant, where he met Chef Antonio Banderas – a composite of several chefs who inspired him.