As ripples of shock and grief spread in response to the sudden death of author, chef and TV personality Anthony Bourdain, we are taking a look at the love he bestowed upon Southern California eateries.

Although Bourdain traveled to far-off destinations such as Ghana, Portugal and Uzbekistan shining a light on culture, people and food, he also highlighted areas in Los Angeles and Southern California desert communities on his popular shows “No Reservations” and “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown.”

Here’s a look at a few Southern California eateries he featured on his shows:

Los Angeles

Roscoe’s Chicken and Waffles: Author Jerry Stahl and Bourdain talked about writing and both being guests on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” while dining on deep fried chicken livers, grits, fried eggs and, of course, waffles.

Phillipe’s: After hanging out with a roller derby team, Bourdain and the women stopped into a restaurant specializing in French dip sandwiches bathed in au jus. Bourdain ordered the lamb dip and the group talked about roller derby while drinking cold beer.

Birrieria Chalio: With members of a mariachi band in tow, Bourdain sat down to savor roasted goat tacos and discussed how music and food brings back visceral memories of love and loss.

Bakery and coffee shop in Thai town: Bourdain visited a Thai bakery to taste some sweets before having a lunch of noodles in a spicy broth at a coffee shop nestled in a strip mall. The shop’s “C” health rating didn’t faze Bourdain.

Sizzler: Artist David Choe accompanied Bourdain to Choe’s family favorite Koreatown restaurant, Sizzler. At the salad bar Choe constructed a hard shell meatball taco complete with sour cream and guacamole while Bourdain opted for a steak meal and salad bar. Both agreed the free cheese toast is a must eat.

In-N-Out Burger: It’s no secret that Bourdain loved the Southern California burger chain. In a YouTube clip, Bourdain unwrapped a Double-Double prepared animal style, took a bite and proclaimed In-N-Out is his favorite restaurant in Los Angeles.

Desert communities

Lord Fletcher’s: Josh Homme, lead singer for Queens of the Stone Age, joined Bourdain for a pre-meal cocktail of classic martinis at the bar before moving to the dining room to feast on prime rib, Yorkshire pudding and creamed spinach at this Rancho Mirage staple.

Pappy and Harriet’s Pioneertown Palace: After swilling tequila – and Homme informing Bourdain that Pappy + Harriet’s has superior smoky barbecue – the duo ordered a ribeye steak and ribs.