TRAVEL CHANNEL TV SHOOT: ANDREW ZIMMERN’S BIZARRE WORLD! SHIBUYA CENTER GAI FAMOUS TOKYO STREET CROSSING, JAPAN CITY LIGHTS.
Ready? Set? Let’s begin the mad tale of my Travel Channel co-hosting gig!
As you’ll recall, I was whisked to Tokyo in early October to be a guide on Andrew Zimmern’s popular new show, Bizarre World (airing in 75 countries!). The producers read my book Crazy Wacky Theme Restaurants and saw the cross-dressing shenanigans on my blog, and somehow decided this was a good idea…
I can’t give away everything that happened… but we shot some vivid scenes in the heart of Shibuya. The program is called Bizarre World, so naturally, I dressed the part. What do you think of Outfit #1?
Fake roses: from Daiso
Leather lace-up demi corset: from a Goth shop in Seattle’s Capitol Hill
Skirt with strawberries: from AC/DC in Harajuku
Shiny red Lolita boots: Metamorphose temps de fille
I’m a lucky ducky. Andrew Zimmern is welcoming, upbeat, curious, enthusiastic… everything a travel host should be.
Nervous? No way. I ham it up on YouTube in my spare time. But it was a step up the ladder to be miked and have two cameramen, a field producer, a sound man and production assistant on hand.
Next, the denizens of the Tokyo underground join us in decadent dress… and we invade a mental hospital jail restaurant! There’s no need to wait until the show airs to see the madness; you can find photos and stories of Tokyo’s wildest theme cafes in my new book. (Details and ordering info here.)
Song of the Day #216: Valerie Dore – Get Closer (suggested by Sebastien)
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October 13th, 2009 at 06:41
Liz O. says:I love the photos. Andrew Zimmern is such a great travel host and it's so exciting that you got to work with him. I'm looking forward to the episode.
October 13th, 2009 at 06:43
lacarmina says:I wish you were there… a big group of friends came out to participate in the restaurant scenes… it was amazing.
October 13th, 2009 at 07:27
Fashion Drawing says:I love those boots!
October 13th, 2009 at 07:41
Evelyn says:Ahhhh awesome! I love that show and Andrew Zimmerman! Aw hope u had fun doing that can't wait for the episode! How have u been lately?
October 13th, 2009 at 07:41
Joseph says:It was a fun weekend! Even though it was a short time it was good to see you!
October 13th, 2009 at 07:42
lacarmina says:HEY Evelyn, did you get my email? I'm in DC on Oct 24 to do a book signing (info on my blog). Can you make it?? Hope you see you!
October 13th, 2009 at 09:15
blovetbeauty says:i love watching andrew zimmern… omg i can't wait to catch this on the travel channel!! u look fabulous with the whole rose and goth inspired outfit. u are amazing! u 2 must have the most interesting pair to watch ever!
October 13th, 2009 at 10:48
Moon Maiden 90 says:*yay*
your outfit looks amazing!
glad to know you had fun!
can't wait to see this episode, It's giving me something to look forward to in all my chaos! lol
October 13th, 2009 at 17:18
Samantha says:Ah! I love Andrew's show, can't wait for the episode. When is it airing?
The outfit looks pretty spiffy. :)
October 13th, 2009 at 17:48
E.C. McCready says:let me see…Un, ah? — there's no mop…um, oh vow – panties???!!?
October 13th, 2009 at 17:55
Lemon says:Wow that's so cool! Can't wait to see the episode!
October 13th, 2009 at 18:06
karolinaalek says:What day will this episode air do you know?
October 13th, 2009 at 18:53
Davidson says:Great pictures, I love the bright lights there.
October 13th, 2009 at 19:23
Sarah says:Ok first off I am very upset. I went to my local book store to look at your book. And they did not have it. Also I love your outfit it looks great, and I can't wait to see you and Andrew Z. exploring the more bizzare side of Tokyo
October 13th, 2009 at 19:23
ana hi says:Your outfit is so beautiful, I love the leaves in your hair (:
and man, check out that hottie behind you in your first pic lol
October 13th, 2009 at 19:24
inside out banana says:Your outfit is so beautiful, I love the leaves in your hair (:
and man, check out that hottie behind you in your first pic lol
October 13th, 2009 at 20:00
shauku says:yummmm you can't go wrong with corset =D
October 13th, 2009 at 20:20
lacarmina says:Ahahah wait until you see tomorrow's photos with all my friends in wacky costumes… and then the fetish party! This episode will certainly be one of the wildest yet!
October 13th, 2009 at 20:20
lacarmina says:I am also eager to see it! Wishing you well :)
October 13th, 2009 at 20:22
lacarmina says:Ahh really? I saw copies in Barnes and Noble NY, and I know it's at Borders… I'm sure your store can order it. If not, it's available from http://www.lacarmina.com/cookingcute.php
I really appreciate your interest in my book — thank you for your support!
October 13th, 2009 at 20:22
lacarmina says:I have no idea yet… but I'll be sure to let you know, and I'll try to put up video! xo
October 13th, 2009 at 20:23
lacarmina says:^__^ /
Wish you could have joined us in the mad dress-up escapades! Wait til you see tomorrow's photos and the fetish party…
October 13th, 2009 at 20:24
lacarmina says:Tee hee his heart shirt rocks!
October 13th, 2009 at 20:25
lacarmina says:I'm really pleased at how the experience turned out… I'm sure the show will be awesome!
October 14th, 2009 at 05:35
Ichigo says:I love that strawberries outfit. way cute, I'd wear it.
October 15th, 2009 at 06:18
gilimalili says:Soooo cool. Will I be able to watch this online?
October 15th, 2009 at 14:40
karolinaalek says:ok :D
October 15th, 2009 at 21:40
karolinaalek says:ok :D