In Memory of Anthony Bourdain

6/8/18 Today is an incredibly sad day. Anthony Bourdain inspired the type of storytelling we strive for at Great Big Story. He was a walking example of the disarming power of curiosity, and his sense of adventure and respect for the world encouraged us all to explore. We hope to do his legacy justice by continuing to push our curiosities as far as the mind can reach. You are important. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please call 1-800-273-8255 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. It provides free and confidential support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. For additional resources, visit https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ In honor of Anthony, we've pulled together some of our favorite stories, inspired by the adventurous, delicious, people-first storytelling he made famous. Living With 80,000 Birds to Make Bird Nest Soup Resting on a steep hill on the island of San Pascual, Philippines, is a house that's home to one man and 80,000 birds. These tiny black-and-brown birds are known as "swiftlets," and they're a hot commodity in the country. Their nests are formed from hardened saliva, the very special ingredient used to make bird's nest soup, a Filipino delicacy.  Savor Japan's Deep-Fried Maple Leaves Maple leaf tempura, aka "momiji," is a snack native to the Japanese town of Minoh. Making it is a delicate process that takes about a year to prepare... But it's so worth it. Searching for Madrid's Secret Chinese Restaurant Underneath a plaza in Madrid lies one of Spain's greatest culinary secrets. Cafetería Yulong Zhou is home to some of the best Chinese food in the country. Getting there, however is another story.  How to Eat Like a Hindu God The Ganesha Temple in Queens, New York, has been a cultural hub for Hindus in the United States since the 1970s. But this temple isn't just dedicated to religious practice.  The Epic Journey to Britain's Most Remote Pub What would you do for a pint? Would you hike 18 miles through the Scottish Highlands? Sail whale-infested waters? We set out on a quest to find Britain's most remote pub, The Old Forge in Knoydart, Scotland.  Copyright © 2018 Great Big Story, LLC, All rights reserved.You are receiving this message because you subscribed to the Great Big Story newsletter. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list