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Pati's Mexican Table
A Family Affair
Season 12
Episode 1204
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halachó 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 Yucatán’s history in every bite.
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Pati explores the vibrant streets of Yucatán’s capital, Mérida, in search of its flavors.
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In Tekit, Pati meets a father and son who both chose to pursue their own path.
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In the town of Maní, Pati learns about something sacred to the Mayans - bees and honey.
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Pati connects with mountain climbers and top chefs in the Huasteca mountains.
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Pati spends the day with Chef Hugo Guajardo.
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Pati checks out Texas style BBQ in Mexico.
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Pati stops by to two very different style Cantinas in Monterrey.
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Pati learns how Monterrey is exploring farm-to-table efforts.
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The Garza family invites Pati and the whole community to help make Piloncillo.
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Pati learns how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema.
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Pati tries the food at each Nuevo León pro soccer stadium with stars from each team.
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Pati heads to two must-visit restaurants serving traditional stews.