How did Anthony Bourdain start a cooks tour?

Anthony Bourdain started "A Cook's Tour" as a companion to his first book "Kitchen Confidential: Adventures in the Culinary Underbelly". The show premiered on the Food Network in 2002 and followed Bourdain as he traveled to different countries to experience their cultures and cuisine. The show was known for its focus on local food and Bourdain's adventurous spirit.