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Pati's Mexican Table
Isla Mujeres Inspired
Season 5
Episode 509
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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Pati discovers Yucatán’s “league of their own” when she meets the Amazonas softball team.
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Pati learns more about Mayan communities on a trip to a cenote with activist Zoila Cen.
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Pati tries different versions of Yucatán’s signature smoked meat Carne Ahumada in Temozón.
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Pati experiences the legacy of Yucatán’s henequén industry and a famous egg dish in Motul.
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Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halachó to prepare Cochinita Pibil.
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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.