Many times today I stopped to ask people on the street if they were local, as I attempt to wend my way back to the hotel.  I like to ask for restaurant and/or bar recommendations, trusting locals to point me in the right direction.

However, I’m not sure that I could trust the locals as much as Andrew Zimmern does!

As he serves up the second season of Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern (starting September 9th), he starts in Phuket, Thailand with a bit more of an adventurous meal that I wound up with today.

Anyone for a little giant sea snail?

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I’ve never been totally enthusiastic about visiting China, due in large part, I think, to the era that I grew up in.

So I’m fascinated about the special programing that the Travel Channel has coming up:  China Week.  Regular Travel Channel hosts will present shows dedicated to Chinese history, culture and food.  The programming will be broadcast in Hi-Def, so you’ll really get the feeling of being there.

Here’s a little teaser of what you can expect from one of my favorite Travel Channel hosts, Samantha Brown:

That sure makes me want to visit the Great Wall.  Sam always seems to have a great time, and I’d love to go on a getaway with her pretty much anywhere!

Other programming includes two new specials, Seven Wonders of China and Wild China, an encore episode from Anthony Bourdain, and Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern.  That last one sounds both interesting AND scary.

This is a great prelude to the Olympics!

China Week starts Sunday, July 27th.  Since air dates and time will vary depending on your location, check the Travel Channel’s schedule for detailed broadcast information.

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