Pati's Mexican Table

Food Series / 11 Seasons

In each episode, Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico’s rich history and culture, Pati’s personal experiences, her family life, and her ongoing conversations with cooks in both Mexico and the US.

26m 46s / TV-G

Chachi’s Champotón Kitchen

S5 E501 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Pati heads to the coastal city of Champotón, located an hour south of Campeche, to meet her friend Chachi to gather groceries for a family dinner. After tasting their way through the market, they prepare the area’s prized dishes Pollo Pibil, a gigantic tamale cooked underground and Pan de Cazón, a local version oflasagna made with shark, beans, and spicy tomato sauce

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Merida: Exploring with the Locals

S5 E502 / 26m 46s / TV-G

With the help of local friends and chefs Pedro Evia and David Cetina, Pati gets an inside look at Merida, the capital of Yucatan. Pati explores the forefront of molecular gastronomy, botanas “bar snacks”such as chaya empanadas, the family classics including Mondongo Stew, and even foreign influences like Kibi.

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Celestun: Coastal Cooking

S5 E503 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Pedro Evia, chef behind K’u’uk restaurant in Merida, accompanies Pati on one of his favorite day trips to the coastal town of Celestun. They start with a delicious breakfast complete with fresh-caught seafood, followed by a boatride to see the main attraction - flamingos! Then, Pati and Pedro have a cookout right on the beach, making a ceviche and grilled fish with local ingredients.

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Sunday Family Food

S5 E504 / 26m 46s / TV-G

After touring the Merida market and tasting the best Lechon Torta (slow cooked pork sandwich) in town, Pati takes in the sights of the Vaquería dance in the main square. Lastly, friend and Chef Robert Solis of Nectar restaurant in Merida, invites Pati into his home for a traditional Sunday meal with the whole family.

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Campeche: Tale of a Pirate City

S5 E505 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Join Pati as she explores Campeche, a bright beautiful colonial city defined by its history of piracy. Local gastronomic historian Lolina Echeverria unearths what makes Campeche so special, including tasting the best turkey panuchos in the Yucatan Peninsula! Pati also sample some of the regions treasures like pescado verde and grilled octopus at the best restaurant in town, La Pigua.

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Ancient Yucatan With My Boys

S5 E506 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Pati’s three sons are in Mexico and Pati wants them to experience the essence of the Yucatan. After an exhaustive exploration of the ancient ruins of Uxmal, 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 as well as the regions signature dish, Cochinita Pibil.

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Izamal: Gold and God

S5 E507 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Izamal is a stunning city whose buildings are all painted the same golden hue. Pati tastes the local flavors such as venison tacos and PocChuk. The city is also filled with artisans creating hammocks, woven sisal baskets, and papier mâché decorations. Pati meets Esteban,a jeweler, who shows her how he makes the most elegant jewelry from plants growing right in his backyard.

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Valladolid: A Day to Explore

S5 E508 / 26m 46s / TV-G

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 there is so much to explore. Try the local specialties, Lomitos de Valladolid and Longaniza de Valladolid; visit the stunning churches and beautiful underground cenotes; and browse the local artisan’s shops.

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Isla Mujeres Inspired

S5 E509 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Known for beautiful white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and the friendliest locals in the Mexican Caribbean, Isla Mujeres has become a global haven. 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.

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Cancun: We Meet Again

S5 E510 / 26m 46s / TV-G

When most people think of the Yucatan Peninsula, they think of Cancun. A vacationer’s paradise, 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.

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Turkey Day

S5 E511 / 26m 46s / TV-G

Pati and her family celebrate Thanksgiving at home. Pati will cook for and host the Jinich family traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all of the essentials – turkey, stuffing, veggies,the works – all with a Mexican twist, of course.

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Alan Goes to College

S5 E512 / 26m 47s / TV-G

Pati wants to make sure her oldest son begins college with some basic cooking techniques and knowledge, since he will not be able to rely on mom’s cooking anymore. In this episode, she’ll make a few simple, inexpensive recipes and cooking tips that any college kid will be able to take on.

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Jose Andres Takes Over

S5 E513 / 26m 46s / TV-G

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.

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