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Tony Shalhoub Explores Global Bread Cultures in 'Breaking Bread'

10/2/2025

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Tony Shalhoub stars in Cable News Network (CNN)'s food travel show "Breaking Bread," a six-episode series.
He explores bread cultures in Tokyo, São Paulo, and New York City, meeting bakers, chefs, and family.
The show prioritizes lesser-known experiences over Michelin-starred dining, with Shalhoub presenting as a docent, not an expert.
Lebanese heritage informs the show's Lebanon start, delayed for safety.

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Story summary

Tony Shalhoub stars in Cable News Network (CNN)'s food travel show "Breaking Bread," a six-episode series.
He explores bread cultures in Tokyo, São Paulo, and New York City, meeting bakers, chefs, and family.
The show prioritizes lesser-known experiences over Michelin-starred dining, with Shalhoub presenting as a docent, not an expert.
Lebanese heritage informs the show's Lebanon start, delayed for safety.