Pati takes viewers on a deep dive into the history of Oaxaca cuisine from pre-Hispanic origins, to the introduction of Spanish techniques, and finally modern day movements. She starts by tasting ancestral recipes at the local market. Then, she meets up with a friend and historian who takes her to a restaurant, where they eat traditional Oaxaca recipes with a modern twist. She's going on a culinary adventure through time all in one day. Back in her kitchen, inspired by the tastes from that day, she shares new dishes that happen to be vegetarian with her friend and food editor Joe Yonan. Sweet potato and black bean tamales; Avocado, watercress and pecan salad.
Pati travels to the small town of Teotitlan de Valle to meet with one of the best cooks in Oaxaca, Abigail Mendoza. Abigail is opening her home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream. Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt milk ice cream with animal crackers.
Pati travels to the small town of Teotitlan de Valle to meet with one of the best cooks in Oaxaca, Abigail Mendoza. Abigail is opening her home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream. Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt milk ice cream with animal crackers.
The man who literally wrote the book on Mexican bread, Irving Quiroz, brings Pati into his workshop in Monterrey to teach her how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema. Then we meet one of Irving's students, Chuy Elizondo, who is using bread as a vehicle to make his brunch place one of the hottest in town. Finally, we get an up-close look at a key ingredient in Chuy's famous chilaquiles verdes: chicharron. Here in Monterrey, we meet the family who owns the butchery known to have the best chicharron in town. In the kitchen recipes: Empanadas de Naranja con Pina; Candied Orange and Pineapple Empanadas.
The man who literally wrote the book on Mexican bread, Irving Quiroz, brings Pati into his workshop in Monterrey to teach her how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema. Then we meet one of Irving's students, Chuy Elizondo, who is using bread as a vehicle to make his brunch place one of the hottest in town. Finally, we get an up-close look at a key ingredient in Chuy's famous chilaquiles verdes: chicharron. Here in Monterrey, we meet the family who owns the butchery known to have the best chicharron in town. In the kitchen recipes: Empanadas de Naranja con Pina; Candied Orange and Pineapple Empanadas.
Pati takes a drive to a region in Oaxaca known for producing some of the best mezcal in all of Mexico. She meets the producer of a small family-run operation and learns how mezcal is made, from field to bottle. Back home, she has a mezcal-inspired get together with a few close friends and serves a bountiful Mexican steak salad and Oaxacan sours made with mezcal. Mexican steak salad; Oaxacan sour.
The man who literally wrote the book on Mexican bread, Irving Quiroz, brings Pati into his workshop in Monterrey to teach her how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema. Then we meet one of Irving's students, Chuy Elizondo, who is using bread as a vehicle to make his brunch place one of the hottest in town. Finally, we get an up-close look at a key ingredient in Chuy's famous chilaquiles verdes: chicharron. Here in Monterrey, we meet the family who owns the butchery known to have the best chicharron in town. In the kitchen recipes: Empanadas de Naranja con Pina; Candied Orange and Pineapple Empanadas.
The man who literally wrote the book on Mexican bread, Irving Quiroz, brings Pati into his workshop in Monterrey to teach her how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema. Then we meet one of Irving's students, Chuy Elizondo, who is using bread as a vehicle to make his brunch place one of the hottest in town. Finally, we get an up-close look at a key ingredient in Chuy's famous chilaquiles verdes: chicharron. Here in Monterrey, we meet the family who owns the butchery known to have the best chicharron in town. In the kitchen recipes: Empanadas de Naranja con Pina; Candied Orange and Pineapple Empanadas.
The man who literally wrote the book on Mexican bread, Irving Quiroz, brings Pati into his workshop in Monterrey to teach her how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema. Then we meet one of Irving's students, Chuy Elizondo, who is using bread as a vehicle to make his brunch place one of the hottest in town. Finally, we get an up-close look at a key ingredient in Chuy's famous chilaquiles verdes: chicharron. Here in Monterrey, we meet the family who owns the butchery known to have the best chicharron in town. In the kitchen recipes: Empanadas de Naranja con Pina; Candied Orange and Pineapple Empanadas.
Pati spends a day with one of Oaxaca's best-known chefs and owner of Casa Oaxaca, Alex Ruiz. Alex takes Pati on a personal journey through his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he knows and loves. In her kitchen, Pati creates some family friendly recipes inspired by her day with Alex and serves them to her son Juju. Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil.
Pati spends a day with one of Oaxaca's best-known chefs and owner of Casa Oaxaca, Alex Ruiz. Alex takes Pati on a personal journey through his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he knows and loves. In her kitchen, Pati creates some family friendly recipes inspired by her day with Alex and serves them to her son Juju. Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil.
Pati meets with women chefs, business owners and leaders of society, exploring the role of women in Oaxaca and their influence on the customs and cuisine. In her kitchen, she cooks recipes that she learned from Oaxacan women including coloradito chicken and a mashed potato cazuela. Then, she ends with a favorite of the women in her family, a milky and luscious chocolatey dessert. Coloradito chicken; Mashed potato cazuela; Almond and chocolate leche cake.
Pati takes viewers on an in-depth exploration of all things mole. Oaxaca is known as the land of moles, and there are too many varieties to name. Through instruction in her kitchen and exploration while in Oaxaca, she's going to give viewers the basics of mole, some of its history and importance, and a few of her personal favorite recipes. Mole verde with pork and white beans; Almendrado with chicken.
Pati takes viewers on an in-depth exploration of all things mole. Oaxaca is known as the land of moles, and there are too many varieties to name. Through instruction in her kitchen and exploration while in Oaxaca, she's going to give viewers the basics of mole, some of its history and importance, and a few of her personal favorite recipes. Mole verde with pork and white beans; Almendrado with chicken.
Pati travels to a region in Oaxaca known as La Mixteca and learns what makes the food and culture so unique. She meets up with Ixchel Ornellas, a chef, restaurant owner, and one of Mixteca's best cooks, who invites her on a personal tour of her city. Then, back in her kitchen, Pati creates new recipes based on that experience corn soup with queso and pescado agridulce. Corn soup with queso; Pescado agridulce.
Pati visits the town of San Martin Tilcajete to meet Maria and Jacobo at their famous art school. There, she learns the ins and outs of their delicate alebrije making process and tastes an outrageously delicious liver and eggs meal prepared for the artists. In her kitchen, those eggs are an inspiration for an Oaxacan-themed breakfast. And because the art of San Martin is all about attention to detail, she's doing the opposite in her kitchen and preparing a meal for her boys with the theme of 'the messier the better.' Eggs in salsa martajada; Oaxaca-style refried beans; Pan de yema.
Pati visits the town of San Martin Tilcajete to meet Maria and Jacobo at their famous art school. There, she learns the ins and outs of their delicate alebrije making process and tastes an outrageously delicious liver and eggs meal prepared for the artists. In her kitchen, those eggs are an inspiration for an Oaxacan-themed breakfast. And because the art of San Martin is all about attention to detail, she's doing the opposite in her kitchen and preparing a meal for her boys with the theme of 'the messier the better.' Eggs in salsa martajada; Oaxaca-style refried beans; Pan de yema.
People are always asking Pati how she turned a passion for food into a career. Over the years, she has told the story in bits in pieces but she has never told the full story. Throughout this episode, she'll explain where her passion for food started, what decisions led her to where she is today, and some of the twists and turns she took to get here. In Oaxaca, she meets a woman who moved from a small town, without any money or resources, to pursue her own dreams of building a food empire in one of the best culinary destinations in Mexico. Sopes; Caramelized pasilla brisket; Tiger pound cake.
Pati spends the day with her youngest son, Juju. Juju is known for his obsession with chocolate. In this episode, they spend the day in the kitchen coming up with three delicious chocolate-loaded recipes: chocolate chocolate chunk banana bread, chocolate crepe tower, and an overloaded Mexican chocolate milkshake. Chocolate chocolate chunk banana bread; Chocolate crepe tower; Overloaded Mexican chocolate milkshake.
Pati spends the day with her youngest son, Juju. Juju is known for his obsession with chocolate. In this episode, they spend the day in the kitchen coming up with three delicious chocolate-loaded recipes: chocolate chocolate chunk banana bread, chocolate crepe tower, and an overloaded Mexican chocolate milkshake. Chocolate chocolate chunk banana bread; Chocolate crepe tower; Overloaded Mexican chocolate milkshake.
An episode dedicated to one of the Jinich's favorite ingredients: cheese. In her kitchen, Pati cooks three mouthwatering cheesy recipes - one for each of her boys. In Oaxaca, Pati and her three sons visit a cheese producer to see how the famous Oaxacan cheese is made. Senor breakfast sandwich; Tres quesos chicken pasta; Bacon cheese dogs with avocado relish.
In this episode, Pati makes a few family staples with recipes that have many different uses. Perfect for busy families on the go, these recipes can be set aside or kept in the fridge to use later in a variety of delicious meals. They're more than just a meal; they'll keep your family satisfied all week. Chipotle goat cheese spread; Cesina and creamy slaw ciabatta sandwich; Poblano rajas tuna melt.
In this episode, Pati makes a few family staples with recipes that have many different uses. Perfect for busy families on the go, these recipes can be set aside or kept in the fridge to use later in a variety of delicious meals. They're more than just a meal; they'll keep your family satisfied all week. Chipotle goat cheese spread; Cesina and creamy slaw ciabatta sandwich; Poblano rajas tuna melt.
Pati is in one of Mexico's most up and coming food destinations, Tijuana, where she spends the day with some of the young, fresh talent taking part in Baja's exciting culinary movement.
Life on the border is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines that creates a unique culinary scene like no other, and Pati dives deep to get the real story of what life and food are like on the border.
Life on the border is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines that creates a unique culinary scene like no other, and Pati dives deep to get the real story of what life and food are like on the border.
In Ciudad Juarez, Pati joins in with a group of Pachuco dancers, who are passionately preserving this distinctive Prohibition-era culture's traditions. Together they head to the iconic Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita. Later, she savors an icon of Juarez's food scene, the burrito, at Burritos El Compa where the Olivares are keeping their family legacy alive.
For the indigenous Raramuri people, long-distance running through Chihuahua's majestic Copper Canyon is a way of life. Pati meets the Moreno brothers, who are famous for winning ultramarathons. In Huetosachi, community leader Maria Monarca teaches Pati about the art of cooking with corn in Raramuri cuisine, from nixtamalization to a traditional dish known as "chacales."
In Chihuahua's capital, Chihuahua City, Pati meets the first member of the Raramuri people to become a world-famous pianist, Romeyno Gutierrez, who teaches her the basics of Raramuri music before taking her to his favorite barbacoa spot. Pati's also invited into the home of Chef Ana Rosa Beltran del Rio to cook a few ancient Chihuahuan recipes and learn the art of drying chiles.
In Tekit, or "The Capital of the Guayabera," Pati encounters a tale of sons going against their father's wishes to follow their own path. Pati meets Eliodoro Xicum, a farmer's son who went against his father to build a family business making the iconic Guayabera shirts. Then she meets his son, Elio, who chose to become a chef and created a dish that resembles a Guayabera in honor of his father. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Edam Cheese Potato Gallette; Tequila and Lime Flat Iron Steak Tips
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
Don't complain, don't ask for the bathroom, and definitely don't ask for salt. On the river Ramos, two sisters - who didn't ask for your opinion - have taken a shack that serves one dish, traditional cortadillo stew, and made it into a must-visit restaurant. Just watch out for their parrot, he bites. And about 10 minutes down the road in the town of Allende is another restaurant who uses traditional stews in their famous empalmes, or stacked tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Arroz con jitomates rostizados en comino y oregano; Roasted Tomatoes Rice with Cumin and oregano; Higaditos encebollados y enchipotlados; Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions; Ensalada de Aguacate con Panela; Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad.
Much like the deep and bitter divide of Salsa Roja vs Salsa Verde, the state of Nuevo Leon is divided between two pro soccer teams: Los Tigres and Los Rayados. Pati tries the food at each stadium with stars from each team to be the judge on who wins in the battle of tortas and tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Asado de Puerco con Empalmes; Pork Stew stacked in corn tortillas; Frijoles con Veneno; Poison Beans; Choripan con Carne Asada; Argentinian Chorizo and Carne Asada Torta; Chimichurri Mexa; Chimichurri with a Mexican accent.
Pati meets chef and historian Maru Toledo who is working to preserve and pass on some of Jalisco's most important regional recipes. In Hacienda Romo, she gets a first-hand look at the influence of hacienda culture and meets a family that built their legacy on tequila and agave, but are now using an entirely new crop, blueberries, to create more jobs and opportunities for workers, specifically women.
Some say that Jalisco is the birthplace of Mariachi. In this episode, Pati learns about the history, the instruments and the meaning behind that beloved music that pulls at the heart strings of so many Mexicans. In Guadalajara, she sits down for lunch with the leader of one of Mexico's most accomplished bands, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan.
In Tucson, Pati learns the basics of artisan bread-making from one of America's best bakers, Don Guerra of Barrio Bakery. This experience prompts her to cross into Sonora, Mexico, to see where the Sonoran wheat he uses originates. Pati takes what she learned back to her kitchen to create a menu of tasty recipes using wheat flour.
In Ciudad Juarez, Pati joins in with a group of Pachuco dancers, who are passionately preserving this distinctive Prohibition-era culture's traditions. Together they head to the iconic Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita. Later, she savors an icon of Juarez's food scene, the burrito, at Burritos El Compa where the Olivares are keeping their family legacy alive.
For the indigenous Raramuri people, long-distance running through Chihuahua's majestic Copper Canyon is a way of life. Pati meets the Moreno brothers, who are famous for winning ultramarathons. In Huetosachi, community leader Maria Monarca teaches Pati about the art of cooking with corn in Raramuri cuisine, from nixtamalization to a traditional dish known as "chacales."
In Chihuahua's capital, Chihuahua City, Pati meets the first member of the Raramuri people to become a world-famous pianist, Romeyno Gutierrez, who teaches her the basics of Raramuri music before taking her to his favorite barbacoa spot. Pati's also invited into the home of Chef Ana Rosa Beltran del Rio to cook a few ancient Chihuahuan recipes and learn the art of drying chiles.
In Tekit, or "The Capital of the Guayabera," Pati encounters a tale of sons going against their father's wishes to follow their own path. Pati meets Eliodoro Xicum, a farmer's son who went against his father to build a family business making the iconic Guayabera shirts. Then she meets his son, Elio, who chose to become a chef and created a dish that resembles a Guayabera in honor of his father. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Edam Cheese Potato Gallette; Tequila and Lime Flat Iron Steak Tips
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
Don't complain, don't ask for the bathroom, and definitely don't ask for salt. On the river Ramos, two sisters - who didn't ask for your opinion - have taken a shack that serves one dish, traditional cortadillo stew, and made it into a must-visit restaurant. Just watch out for their parrot, he bites. And about 10 minutes down the road in the town of Allende is another restaurant who uses traditional stews in their famous empalmes, or stacked tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Arroz con jitomates rostizados en comino y oregano; Roasted Tomatoes Rice with Cumin and oregano; Higaditos encebollados y enchipotlados; Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions; Ensalada de Aguacate con Panela; Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad.
Much like the deep and bitter divide of Salsa Roja vs Salsa Verde, the state of Nuevo Leon is divided between two pro soccer teams: Los Tigres and Los Rayados. Pati tries the food at each stadium with stars from each team to be the judge on who wins in the battle of tortas and tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Asado de Puerco con Empalmes; Pork Stew stacked in corn tortillas; Frijoles con Veneno; Poison Beans; Choripan con Carne Asada; Argentinian Chorizo and Carne Asada Torta; Chimichurri Mexa; Chimichurri with a Mexican accent.
Pati meets chef and historian Maru Toledo who is working to preserve and pass on some of Jalisco's most important regional recipes. In Hacienda Romo, she gets a first-hand look at the influence of hacienda culture and meets a family that built their legacy on tequila and agave, but are now using an entirely new crop, blueberries, to create more jobs and opportunities for workers, specifically women.
Some say that Jalisco is the birthplace of Mariachi. In this episode, Pati learns about the history, the instruments and the meaning behind that beloved music that pulls at the heart strings of so many Mexicans. In Guadalajara, she sits down for lunch with the leader of one of Mexico's most accomplished bands, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan.
In Tucson, Pati learns the basics of artisan bread-making from one of America's best bakers, Don Guerra of Barrio Bakery. This experience prompts her to cross into Sonora, Mexico, to see where the Sonoran wheat he uses originates. Pati takes what she learned back to her kitchen to create a menu of tasty recipes using wheat flour.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
In Ciudad Juarez, Pati joins in with a group of Pachuco dancers, who are passionately preserving this distinctive Prohibition-era culture's traditions. Together they head to the iconic Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita. Later, she savors an icon of Juarez's food scene, the burrito, at Burritos El Compa where the Olivares are keeping their family legacy alive.
For the indigenous Raramuri people, long-distance running through Chihuahua's majestic Copper Canyon is a way of life. Pati meets the Moreno brothers, who are famous for winning ultramarathons. In Huetosachi, community leader Maria Monarca teaches Pati about the art of cooking with corn in Raramuri cuisine, from nixtamalization to a traditional dish known as "chacales."
In Chihuahua's capital, Chihuahua City, Pati meets the first member of the Raramuri people to become a world-famous pianist, Romeyno Gutierrez, who teaches her the basics of Raramuri music before taking her to his favorite barbacoa spot. Pati's also invited into the home of Chef Ana Rosa Beltran del Rio to cook a few ancient Chihuahuan recipes and learn the art of drying chiles.
In Tekit, or "The Capital of the Guayabera," Pati encounters a tale of sons going against their father's wishes to follow their own path. Pati meets Eliodoro Xicum, a farmer's son who went against his father to build a family business making the iconic Guayabera shirts. Then she meets his son, Elio, who chose to become a chef and created a dish that resembles a Guayabera in honor of his father. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Edam Cheese Potato Gallette; Tequila and Lime Flat Iron Steak Tips
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
Don't complain, don't ask for the bathroom, and definitely don't ask for salt. On the river Ramos, two sisters - who didn't ask for your opinion - have taken a shack that serves one dish, traditional cortadillo stew, and made it into a must-visit restaurant. Just watch out for their parrot, he bites. And about 10 minutes down the road in the town of Allende is another restaurant who uses traditional stews in their famous empalmes, or stacked tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Arroz con jitomates rostizados en comino y oregano; Roasted Tomatoes Rice with Cumin and oregano; Higaditos encebollados y enchipotlados; Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions; Ensalada de Aguacate con Panela; Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad.
Much like the deep and bitter divide of Salsa Roja vs Salsa Verde, the state of Nuevo Leon is divided between two pro soccer teams: Los Tigres and Los Rayados. Pati tries the food at each stadium with stars from each team to be the judge on who wins in the battle of tortas and tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Asado de Puerco con Empalmes; Pork Stew stacked in corn tortillas; Frijoles con Veneno; Poison Beans; Choripan con Carne Asada; Argentinian Chorizo and Carne Asada Torta; Chimichurri Mexa; Chimichurri with a Mexican accent.
Pati meets chef and historian Maru Toledo who is working to preserve and pass on some of Jalisco's most important regional recipes. In Hacienda Romo, she gets a first-hand look at the influence of hacienda culture and meets a family that built their legacy on tequila and agave, but are now using an entirely new crop, blueberries, to create more jobs and opportunities for workers, specifically women.
Some say that Jalisco is the birthplace of Mariachi. In this episode, Pati learns about the history, the instruments and the meaning behind that beloved music that pulls at the heart strings of so many Mexicans. In Guadalajara, she sits down for lunch with the leader of one of Mexico's most accomplished bands, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan.
In Tucson, Pati learns the basics of artisan bread-making from one of America's best bakers, Don Guerra of Barrio Bakery. This experience prompts her to cross into Sonora, Mexico, to see where the Sonoran wheat he uses originates. Pati takes what she learned back to her kitchen to create a menu of tasty recipes using wheat flour.
In Ciudad Juarez, Pati joins in with a group of Pachuco dancers, who are passionately preserving this distinctive Prohibition-era culture's traditions. Together they head to the iconic Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita. Later, she savors an icon of Juarez's food scene, the burrito, at Burritos El Compa where the Olivares are keeping their family legacy alive.
For the indigenous Raramuri people, long-distance running through Chihuahua's majestic Copper Canyon is a way of life. Pati meets the Moreno brothers, who are famous for winning ultramarathons. In Huetosachi, community leader Maria Monarca teaches Pati about the art of cooking with corn in Raramuri cuisine, from nixtamalization to a traditional dish known as "chacales."
In Ciudad Juarez, Pati joins in with a group of Pachuco dancers, who are passionately preserving this distinctive Prohibition-era culture's traditions. Together they head to the iconic Kentucky Bar, rumored to be the birthplace of the margarita. Later, she savors an icon of Juarez's food scene, the burrito, at Burritos El Compa where the Olivares are keeping their family legacy alive.
For the indigenous Raramuri people, long-distance running through Chihuahua's majestic Copper Canyon is a way of life. Pati meets the Moreno brothers, who are famous for winning ultramarathons. In Huetosachi, community leader Maria Monarca teaches Pati about the art of cooking with corn in Raramuri cuisine, from nixtamalization to a traditional dish known as "chacales."
In Chihuahua's capital, Chihuahua City, Pati meets the first member of the Raramuri people to become a world-famous pianist, Romeyno Gutierrez, who teaches her the basics of Raramuri music before taking her to his favorite barbacoa spot. Pati's also invited into the home of Chef Ana Rosa Beltran del Rio to cook a few ancient Chihuahuan recipes and learn the art of drying chiles.
In Tekit, or "The Capital of the Guayabera," Pati encounters a tale of sons going against their father's wishes to follow their own path. Pati meets Eliodoro Xicum, a farmer's son who went against his father to build a family business making the iconic Guayabera shirts. Then she meets his son, Elio, who chose to become a chef and created a dish that resembles a Guayabera in honor of his father. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Edam Cheese Potato Gallette; Tequila and Lime Flat Iron Steak Tips
In Chihuahua's capital, Chihuahua City, Pati meets the first member of the Raramuri people to become a world-famous pianist, Romeyno Gutierrez, who teaches her the basics of Raramuri music before taking her to his favorite barbacoa spot. Pati's also invited into the home of Chef Ana Rosa Beltran del Rio to cook a few ancient Chihuahuan recipes and learn the art of drying chiles.
In Tekit, or "The Capital of the Guayabera," Pati encounters a tale of sons going against their father's wishes to follow their own path. Pati meets Eliodoro Xicum, a farmer's son who went against his father to build a family business making the iconic Guayabera shirts. Then she meets his son, Elio, who chose to become a chef and created a dish that resembles a Guayabera in honor of his father. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Edam Cheese Potato Gallette; Tequila and Lime Flat Iron Steak Tips
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
Don't complain, don't ask for the bathroom, and definitely don't ask for salt. On the river Ramos, two sisters - who didn't ask for your opinion - have taken a shack that serves one dish, traditional cortadillo stew, and made it into a must-visit restaurant. Just watch out for their parrot, he bites. And about 10 minutes down the road in the town of Allende is another restaurant who uses traditional stews in their famous empalmes, or stacked tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Arroz con jitomates rostizados en comino y oregano; Roasted Tomatoes Rice with Cumin and oregano; Higaditos encebollados y enchipotlados; Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions; Ensalada de Aguacate con Panela; Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad.
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
Don't complain, don't ask for the bathroom, and definitely don't ask for salt. On the river Ramos, two sisters - who didn't ask for your opinion - have taken a shack that serves one dish, traditional cortadillo stew, and made it into a must-visit restaurant. Just watch out for their parrot, he bites. And about 10 minutes down the road in the town of Allende is another restaurant who uses traditional stews in their famous empalmes, or stacked tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Arroz con jitomates rostizados en comino y oregano; Roasted Tomatoes Rice with Cumin and oregano; Higaditos encebollados y enchipotlados; Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions; Ensalada de Aguacate con Panela; Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad.
Much like the deep and bitter divide of Salsa Roja vs Salsa Verde, the state of Nuevo Leon is divided between two pro soccer teams: Los Tigres and Los Rayados. Pati tries the food at each stadium with stars from each team to be the judge on who wins in the battle of tortas and tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Asado de Puerco con Empalmes; Pork Stew stacked in corn tortillas; Frijoles con Veneno; Poison Beans; Choripan con Carne Asada; Argentinian Chorizo and Carne Asada Torta; Chimichurri Mexa; Chimichurri with a Mexican accent.
Pati meets chef and historian Maru Toledo who is working to preserve and pass on some of Jalisco's most important regional recipes. In Hacienda Romo, she gets a first-hand look at the influence of hacienda culture and meets a family that built their legacy on tequila and agave, but are now using an entirely new crop, blueberries, to create more jobs and opportunities for workers, specifically women.
Much like the deep and bitter divide of Salsa Roja vs Salsa Verde, the state of Nuevo Leon is divided between two pro soccer teams: Los Tigres and Los Rayados. Pati tries the food at each stadium with stars from each team to be the judge on who wins in the battle of tortas and tacos. In the kitchen recipes: Asado de Puerco con Empalmes; Pork Stew stacked in corn tortillas; Frijoles con Veneno; Poison Beans; Choripan con Carne Asada; Argentinian Chorizo and Carne Asada Torta; Chimichurri Mexa; Chimichurri with a Mexican accent.
Pati meets chef and historian Maru Toledo who is working to preserve and pass on some of Jalisco's most important regional recipes. In Hacienda Romo, she gets a first-hand look at the influence of hacienda culture and meets a family that built their legacy on tequila and agave, but are now using an entirely new crop, blueberries, to create more jobs and opportunities for workers, specifically women.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
Some say that Jalisco is the birthplace of Mariachi. In this episode, Pati learns about the history, the instruments and the meaning behind that beloved music that pulls at the heart strings of so many Mexicans. In Guadalajara, she sits down for lunch with the leader of one of Mexico's most accomplished bands, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan.
In Tucson, Pati learns the basics of artisan bread-making from one of America's best bakers, Don Guerra of Barrio Bakery. This experience prompts her to cross into Sonora, Mexico, to see where the Sonoran wheat he uses originates. Pati takes what she learned back to her kitchen to create a menu of tasty recipes using wheat flour.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
Some say that Jalisco is the birthplace of Mariachi. In this episode, Pati learns about the history, the instruments and the meaning behind that beloved music that pulls at the heart strings of so many Mexicans. In Guadalajara, she sits down for lunch with the leader of one of Mexico's most accomplished bands, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan.
In Tucson, Pati learns the basics of artisan bread-making from one of America's best bakers, Don Guerra of Barrio Bakery. This experience prompts her to cross into Sonora, Mexico, to see where the Sonoran wheat he uses originates. Pati takes what she learned back to her kitchen to create a menu of tasty recipes using wheat flour.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food.
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