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Pati's Mexican Table
Merida: Exploring with the Locals
Season 5
Episode 502
With the help of local friends and chefs Pedro Evia and David Cetina, Pati gets an inside look at Merida, the capital of Yucatan. Pati explores the forefront of molecular gastronomy, botanas “bar snacks”such as chaya empanadas, the family classics including Mondongo Stew, and even foreign influences like Kibi.
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Pati dedicates this episode to one of Mexico’s most iconic foods: tamales.

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Pati and her family have a summer evening party on their patio, while the sun sets.

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Pati brings the family's tradition of Taco Night tradition to Mexico.

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Pati highlights of the food scene and cooks up recipes that reflect the region.

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The Jinich family kicks off the week with a delicious breakfast in San Miguel.

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Pati throws a neighborhood bash and cooks up Mexican-themed party dishes.

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Pati cooks up a mouth-watering Mexican menu with a BBQ twist for a "girls' night in."

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Pati creates a full menu featuring the perfect blend of Italian and Mexican cuisines.

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Pati creates a three-course menu of her family’s preferred Mexican breakfast dishes.

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Pati having some friends over, and this time everyone’s contributing to the meal.

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Pati gets inspired to create a menu full of Asian-influenced Mexican meals.

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Pati is preparing a special meal for a date night with her husband.