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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 dives into Mexico City's creativity, from giant Day of the Dead art to delicate papel picado.
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Pati learns the ancient history of Mexico City and tours the largest market in the world.
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Pati discovers Yucatán’s “league of their own” when she meets the Amazonas softball team.
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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 the town of Maní, Pati learns about something sacred to the Mayans - bees and honey.