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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 puts her Mexican spin on some regional American favorites to surprise her three sons.
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Pati recreates her favorite food memories and shares the stories behind the dishes.
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Pati sets out into the Sea of Cortez to reel in then grill the catch-of-the-day.
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Pati spends the day enjoyingn traditional dishes with local legend Edith Jimenez.
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Chef Javier Plascencia gives Pati a tour of the Baja he knows and loves.
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Pati swims with whale sharks in crystal-clear waters then enjoys local fare.
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Pati visits Loreto, a small town on the Gulf of California with one-of-a-kind dishes.
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Pati dives deep to get the real story of what life and food are like on the border.