Sunday in Merida is a day not to miss. It is a joyous weekly celebration of food, dancing, and culture. Pati starts her day like most Meridians, at the market. After touring around and tasting the best lechon torta (slow cooked pork sandwich) in town, she takes in the sights of the Vaqueria dance in the main square. Merida en Domingo is incomplete without a family meal. Luckily, friend and chef Robert Solis of Nectar restaurant in Merida, invites Pati into his home for a traditional Sunday meal with the whole family.
Join Pati as she explores Campeche, a bright beautiful colonial city defined by its history of piracy. The best place to gain an understanding of this vivacious fortified city is the market. Local gastronomic historian, Lolina Echeverria, unearths what makes Campeche so special, including tasting the best turkey panuchos in the Yucatan Peninsula. Pati also makes her way to the best restaurant in town, La Pigua to sample some of the regions treasures like pescado verde and grilled octopus.
Pati is in one of Mexico's most up and coming food destinations, 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 Tijuana, where she spends the day with some of the young, fresh talent taking part in Baja's exciting culinary movement. talent taking part in Baja's exciting culinary movement.
Life on the border is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines that 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 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. 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 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 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. 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 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 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. 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 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 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. get the real story of what life and food are like on the border.
Pati's three sons are in Mexico and Pati wants them to experience the essence of the Yucatan. First stop, they climb the ancient ruins of Uxmal and discover how advanced the ancient Maya civilizations were. After an exhaustive exploration, the boys cool off in one of the thousands of hidden cenotes (swimming holes). To fill their bellies, the boys eat the best tamales they have ever tasted and the regions signature dish, cochinita pibil, which uses the ancient technique of cooking the meat with heated rocks buried underground.
Pati's three sons are in Mexico and Pati wants them to experience the essence of the Yucatan. First stop, they climb the ancient ruins of Uxmal and discover how advanced the ancient Maya civilizations were. After an exhaustive exploration, the boys cool off in one of the thousands of hidden cenotes (swimming holes). To fill their bellies, the boys eat the best tamales they have ever tasted and the regions signature dish, cochinita pibil, which uses the ancient technique of cooking the meat with heated rocks buried underground.
Izamal is a stunning city whose buildings are all painted the same golden hue. At its center is an enormous and impressive Franciscan monastery built right on top of ancient ruins of a Mayan temple. Pati explores this beautiful city, tasting the local flavors like venison tacos and poc chuc. The city is also filled with artisans creating hammocks, woven sisal baskets, and papier mache decorations. Pati meets Esteban, a jeweler, who shows her how he makes the most elegant jewelry from plants growing right in his backyard, a perfect souvenir to bring home.
Life on the border is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines that 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 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. get the real story of what life and food are like on the border.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs. the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs. the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs. the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs. the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
Pati shows us her favorite way to explore a city...without a plan, just following her nose. Today, she is in Valladolid, a city known to most as a stopover between Cancun and Merida, but this city has so much to explore, you will need a few days. Known for their smoked meats, try the local specialties lomitos de Valladolid and longaniza de Valladolid, explore the stunning churches, beautiful underground cenotes, and wander in and out of the local artisan's shops.
Pati shows us her favorite way to explore a city...without a plan, just following her nose. Today, she is in Valladolid, a city known to most as a stopover between Cancun and Merida, but this city has so much to explore, you will need a few days. Known for their smoked meats, try the local specialties lomitos de Valladolid and longaniza de Valladolid, explore the stunning churches, beautiful underground cenotes, and wander in and out of the local artisan's shops.
Isla Mujeres is a beautiful, peaceful paradise just across the Bahia de Mujeres (Bay of Women) from Cancun Mexico. Known for beautiful white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and the friendliest locals in the Mexican Caribbean, Isla Mujeres has become a haven for people from all over the world. Pati takes a day to explore this gorgeous island and try the local delicacy, tikin xic, fish marinated in a thick red sauce diluted with the juice of sour oranges and spices and wrapped in banana leaves for cooking.
Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood Pati eats her way through the port of Ensenada, a hub for seafood exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits exportation where fresh fish is everywhere you look. She also visits the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs. the oldest bar in Baja, and originator of the margarita, Hussongs.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the 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 area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world. the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the 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 area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world. the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the 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 area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world. the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the 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 area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world. the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
When most people think of the Yucatan Peninsula, they think of Cancun. A vacationer's paradise with the most beautiful turquoise waters and white sand beaches, hotels with every amenity possible and food from around the world. Pati explores this young city of only 30 years, tasting some of the most inventive dishes at Crab House, like their Alaskan wontons. She also experiences the fusion of traditional Mexican cuisine with an international twist, like tuna tartar Kibi and cold pork belly salad at Casa de Cristian Morales.
When most people think of the Yucatan Peninsula, they think of Cancun. A vacationer's paradise with the most beautiful turquoise waters and white sand beaches, hotels with every amenity possible and food from around the world. Pati explores this young city of only 30 years, tasting some of the most inventive dishes at Crab House, like their Alaskan wontons. She also experiences the fusion of traditional Mexican cuisine with an international twist, like tuna tartar Kibi and cold pork belly salad at Casa de Cristian Morales.
Pati and her family celebrate Thanksgiving in the Jinich house. Pati cooks for and hosts the Jinich family traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all of the essentials - turkey, stuffing, veggies, the works - all with a Mexican twist, of course.
In Valle De Guadalupe, Pati visits one of the legendary cooks in the 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 area, Dona Esthela, whose restaurant is known for serving up one of the tastiest breakfasts in the world. the tastiest breakfasts in the world.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some 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 of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries. the Valle's oldest wineries.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some 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 of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries. the Valle's oldest wineries.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some 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 of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries. the Valle's oldest wineries.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some 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 of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries. the Valle's oldest wineries.
Pati's oldest son, Alan is graduating from high school soon and heading off to college. Pati wants to make sure he goes to school with some basic cooking techniques and knowledge since he will not be able to rely on mom's cooking anymore. In this episode, she makes a few simple, inexpensive recipes that any college kid can do and she gives a series of simple cooking tips.
Pati's oldest son, Alan is graduating from high school soon and heading off to college. Pati wants to make sure he goes to school with some basic cooking techniques and knowledge since he will not be able to rely on mom's cooking anymore. In this episode, she makes a few simple, inexpensive recipes that any college kid can do and she gives a series of simple cooking tips.
Pati invites her good friend and celebrity chef, Jose Andres over to cook with her in her kitchen. They'll join forces in her kitchen to cook a series of Spanish-influenced recipes that would be a hit on any family dinner table.
People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and People are traveling from all over the world to discover the new and exciting wine region of Valle de Guadalupe, where Pati samples some 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 of the local wine varietals and catches up with old friends at one of the Valle's oldest wineries. the Valle's oldest wineries.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in 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 Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here. and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in 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 Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here. and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in 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 Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here. and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in 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 Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here. and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
Pati shows viewers how to get the most out of one day in the city of Pati shows viewers how to get the most out of one day in the city of Oaxaca. In 24 hours, she takes in the top sights, meets up with a Oaxaca. In 24 hours, she takes in the top sights, meets up with a local guide, goes to the market for lunch, and gives viewers a taste local guide, goes to the market for lunch, and gives viewers a taste of the vibrant restaurant scene in one of the top culinary of the vibrant restaurant scene in one of the top culinary destinations in all of Mexico. In her kitchen, she recreates some of destinations in all of Mexico. In her kitchen, she recreates some of the things she had at the market and gives them some new uses. the things she had at the market and gives them some new uses.Tasajo torta with smokey guacamole; Nopalitos salad with pickled Tasajo torta with smokey guacamole; Nopalitos salad with pickled chipotle; Natilla with fresh berries. chipotle; Natilla with fresh berries.
Pati shows viewers how to get the most out of one day in the city of Pati shows viewers how to get the most out of one day in the city of Oaxaca. In 24 hours, she takes in the top sights, meets up with a Oaxaca. In 24 hours, she takes in the top sights, meets up with a local guide, goes to the market for lunch, and gives viewers a taste local guide, goes to the market for lunch, and gives viewers a taste of the vibrant restaurant scene in one of the top culinary of the vibrant restaurant scene in one of the top culinary destinations in all of Mexico. In her kitchen, she recreates some of destinations in all of Mexico. In her kitchen, she recreates some of the things she had at the market and gives them some new uses. the things she had at the market and gives them some new uses.Tasajo torta with smokey guacamole; Nopalitos salad with pickled Tasajo torta with smokey guacamole; Nopalitos salad with pickled chipotle; Natilla with fresh berries. chipotle; Natilla with fresh berries.
Pati takes viewers on a deep dive into the history of Oaxaca cuisine Pati takes viewers on a deep dive into the history of Oaxaca cuisine from pre-Hispanic origins, to the introduction of Spanish techniques, from pre-Hispanic origins, to the introduction of Spanish techniques, and finally modern day movements. She starts by tasting ancestral and finally modern day movements. She starts by tasting ancestral recipes at the local market. Then, she meets up with a friend and recipes at the local market. Then, she meets up with a friend and historian who takes her to a restaurant, where they eat traditional historian who takes her to a restaurant, where they eat traditional Oaxaca recipes with a modern twist. She's going on a culinary Oaxaca recipes with a modern twist. She's going on a culinary adventure through time all in one day. Back in her kitchen, inspired 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 by the tastes from that day, she shares new dishes that happen to be vegetarian with her friend and food editor Joe Yonan. vegetarian with her friend and food editor Joe Yonan.Sweet potato and black bean tamales; Avocado, watercress and pecan Sweet potato and black bean tamales; Avocado, watercress and pecan salad. salad.
One of Baja's best-kept secrets, Pati virtually steps back in time in 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 Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with a rich history and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here. and one-of-a-kind dishes only found here.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food. worked up with some must-eat local food.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food. worked up with some must-eat local food.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food. worked up with some must-eat local food.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food. worked up with some must-eat local food.
Pati travels to the small town of Teotitlan de Valle to meet with one 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 of the best cooks in Oaxaca, Abigail Mendoza. Abigail is opening her home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream. oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream.Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt milk ice cream with animal crackers. milk ice cream with animal crackers.
Pati travels to the small town of Teotitlan de Valle to meet with one 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 of the best cooks in Oaxaca, Abigail Mendoza. Abigail is opening her home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic home to show Pati her dedication to preserving the pre-Hispanic techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati's kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature kitchen, her experience with Abigail inspires recipes that feature few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with few ingredients used in rustic Oaxacan ways, including chicken with oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream. oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream.Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt Oaxacan chicken with oregano and garlic; Grilled corn salad; Burnt milk ice cream with animal crackers. milk ice cream with animal crackers.
Pati takes a drive to a region in Oaxaca known for producing some of 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 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 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 bottle. Back home, she has a mezcal-inspired get together with a few close friends and serves a bountiful Mexican steak salad and Oaxacan close friends and serves a bountiful Mexican steak salad and Oaxacan sours made with mezcal. sours made with mezcal.Mexican steak salad; Oaxacan sour. Mexican steak salad; Oaxacan sour.
In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La In the crystal clear waters off Baja Sur's breathtaking capital, La Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she Paz, Pati swims with whale sharks, then satiates the appetite she worked up with some must-eat local food. worked up with some must-eat local food.
One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way to his newest restaurant, Jazamango. to his newest restaurant, Jazamango.
One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way to his newest restaurant, Jazamango. to his newest restaurant, Jazamango.
One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way to his newest restaurant, Jazamango. to his newest restaurant, Jazamango.
One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way to his newest restaurant, Jazamango. to his newest restaurant, Jazamango.
Pati spends a day with one of Oaxaca's best-known chefs and owner of 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 Casa Oaxaca, Alex Ruiz. Alex takes Pati on a personal journey through his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he knows and loves. In her kitchen, Pati creates some family friendly 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. recipes inspired by her day with Alex and serves them to her son Juju.Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil. Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil.
Pati spends a day with one of Oaxaca's best-known chefs and owner of 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 Casa Oaxaca, Alex Ruiz. Alex takes Pati on a personal journey through his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he his favorite market and family farm, showing her the Oaxaca that he knows and loves. In her kitchen, Pati creates some family friendly 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. recipes inspired by her day with Alex and serves them to her son Juju.Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil. Meatballs in guajillo sauce; Arroz con chepil.
Pati meets with women chefs, business owners and leaders of society, Pati meets with women chefs, business owners and leaders of society, exploring the role of women in Oaxaca and their influence on the exploring the role of women in Oaxaca and their influence on the customs and cuisine. In her kitchen, she cooks recipes that she customs and cuisine. In her kitchen, she cooks recipes that she learned from Oaxacan women including coloradito chicken and a mashed learned from Oaxacan women including coloradito chicken and a mashed potato cazuela. Then, she ends with a favorite of the women in her potato cazuela. Then, she ends with a favorite of the women in her family, a milky and luscious chocolatey dessert. family, a milky and luscious chocolatey dessert.Coloradito chicken; Mashed potato cazuela; Almond and chocolate leche Coloradito chicken; Mashed potato cazuela; Almond and chocolate leche cake. cake.
One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives One of the region's most celebrated chefs, Javier Plascencia, gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves before they make their way to his newest restaurant, Jazamango. to his newest restaurant, Jazamango.
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