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Pati's Mexican Table

A Queen in the Land of the Gods

Season 6 Episode 603

Pati is in the small town of Teotitlan de Valle to meet with one of the best cooks in Oaxaca, Abigail Mendoza. Abigail is dedicated to preserving the pre-Hispanic techniques and recipes of her Zapotec ancestors. Back in Pati’s kitchen, Abigail inspires rustic Oaxacan recipes, including chicken with oregano and garlic, grilled corn salad, and burnt milk ice cream with animal crackers.

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Pati meets a chef-historian preserving recipes and a family innovating with blueberries.
Escaramuza
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Pati experiences the historic horse riding and skills competition called escaramuza.
Los Mariachis
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Pati learns about the history of Mariachi and the meaning behind the beloved music.
Jalisco Classics
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Pati enjoys two regional classics at a couple of Guadalajara’s most beloved restaurants.
Food Meets Art
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Pati visits unique spots where food and art intersect in Guadalajara.
Welcome to Guadalajara
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Pati explores the culinary highlights of Guadalajara and meets with a top city chef.
Sabores Norteños
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Pati gets a true taste of Sonoran ranch food.
Cooking for my Crew in Sonora
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Pati prepares her take on a true Sonoran feast for the crew.
Super Sonoran
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Pati makes three classic Sonoran recipes.
Legends of the Sonoran Sea
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Pati travels to Sonora’s coast on the Sea of Cortez.
Sonoran Family Favorites for Sami
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Pati cooks recipes inspired by her travels in Sonora for her son, Sami.
Flour Power
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Pati shows her take on a classic recipe, a carne con chile burrito.
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