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Jalisco
Birthplace of tequila, mariachis, birria, and many more beloved Mexican cultural traditions
The central state of Jalisco, referred to as “Mexico’s heartland,” is the birthplace of some of Mexico’s most beloved cultural traditions and culinary staples including tequila, mariachi music, and birria. It’s home to Mexico’s second largest city Guadalajara, a cultural epicenter, the famous beach destination Puerto Vallarta, and the namesake town for Mexico’s iconic spirit, Tequila.
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Jalisco
Birthplace of tequila, mariachis, birria, and many more beloved Mexican cultural traditions
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Yucatán
Land of the Mayan legacy with a cuisine unlike any other in Mexico
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Nuevo León
An adventure destination with dazzling mountains, a distinctive cuisine, and a cosmopolitan capital
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Texas
Shares the longest border with Mexico of any of the U.S. border states and home to Tex-Mex cuisine
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Sonora
Known as “Mexico’s great frontier” for its ruggedly beautiful desert landscape, cattle ranches, wheat fields, and at the heart of its cuisine is carne asada
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Sinaloa
A farmer’s paradise with an extraordinary cuisine that reflects the bounty of its land and coast
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Guanajuato
Considered the birthplace of Mexico’s independence and one of the most beautiful and historical states
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Puebla
A main culinary hub where many of Mexico’s most iconic dishes originated and the home of Cinco de Mayo
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Oaxaca
A hub of art and cuisine that has been largely influential on Mexico’s gastronomy and culture for centuries
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Michoacán
Known as “the soul of Mexico” for its deep heritage, home to the “carnitas capital of the world,” and the world’s largest producer of avocados
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Mexico City
Mexico’s independent capital city and one of Latin America’s great culinary capitals
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Campeche
An ancestral home of the Maya along the Gulf of Mexico
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Baja California Norte
Home to the quintessential border town of Tijuana and a cultural melting pot with an exciting regional cuisine in the making
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Baja California Sur
Home to one of Hollywood’s favorite vacation destinations, natural wonders, and an inventive, playful cuisine
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Ceviche Tostadas Puerto Vallarta
Ceviche Tostadas Puerto Vallarta Ceviche Tostadas Puerto Vallarta recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 10 “Quiero más Tacos”…
TV Show •Sep 16
Fried Shrimp Tacos with Apple Jicama Cucumber Slaw and Guacamole Salsa
Fried Shrimp Tacos with Apple Jicama Cucumber Slaw and Guacamole Salsa Fried Shrimp Tacos recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season…
TV Show •Sep 16
Mushroom Tacos with Chile de Arbol Salsa
Mushroom Tacos with Chile de Arbol Salsa Mushroom Tacos with Chile de Arbol Salsa recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season…
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Corn Tortilla Egg Nests
Corn Tortilla Egg Nests Corn Tortilla Egg Nests recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 8 “The Heart of…
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Chile de Arbol Salsa Verde
Chile de Arbol Salsa Verde Chile de Arbol Salsa Verde recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 8 “The…
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Chicharrón in Three Chiles Salsa
Chicharrón in Three Chiles Salsa Chicharrón in Three Chiles Salsa recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 7 “Getting…
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Salsita Tapatía
Salsita Tapatía Salsita Tapatía recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 5 “Escaramuza” 2 ripe roma tomatoes1 pound tomatillos…
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Birriadillas
Birriadillas Birriadillas recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 5 “Escaramuza” 4 5-inch corn or flour tortillas⅔ cup Jalisco-Style…
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Fermented Pineapple Drink
Fermented Pineapple Drink Fermented Pineapple Drink recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 3 “Jalisco Classics” 4 liters, or…
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Red Menudo
Red Menudo Red Menudo recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 3 “Jalisco Classics” For the soup:1/2 cup white…
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Rice with Poblanos and Corn
Rice with Poblanos and Corn Rice with Poblanos and Corn recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 2 “Food…
TV Show •Sep 16
Almond Tres Leches Cake
Almond Tres Leches Cake Almond Tres Leches Cake recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 2 “Food Meets Art”…
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Chile Charred Pork
Chile Charred Pork Chile Charred Pork recipe from Pati’s Mexican Table Season 10, Episode 1 “Welcome to Guadalajara” 1 pound…
Pati's Mexican Table
Episode 1008: The heart of Tequila
Pati visits one of Jalisco’s most popular tourist destinations and the birthplace of Mexico’s most famous spirit, Tequila. She explores…
Pati's Mexican Table
Episode 1009: Double Vallarta
Pati is in one of Mexico’s most popular beach destinations, the beautiful, charming town of Puerto Vallarta. She gets an…
Pati's Mexican Table
Episode 1010: Tacos and a Tostada
In this episode, Pati celebrates everyone’s favorite Mexican creation, the taco. She tries two of Jalisco’s best tacos — marlin…