Pati's Mexican Table

Season 11 Preview

In the 10 new episodes of Season 11, Pati Jinich visits the northeastern border state of Nuevo León — draped in dazzling mountains and miles of desert — and spotlights its distinctive flavors, defined by local ingredients, proximity to the U.S. border, and influences from Sephardic Jewish culinary roots.

Season 11 Preview

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    Hidden Guachochi

    S13 E1309 - 26m 46s

    In one of Chihuahua’s most remote areas, Guachochi, Pati shares a traditional Rarámuri meal with community leaders Alejandro Hernández and Margarita González, who advocate for land rights, political representation, and cultural preservation. At Kokoyome, a sustainable ranch in the Sinforosa Canyon, she learns about organic farming practices in the region.

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    Chihuahua’s Cheesiest Cheese

    S13 E1308 - 26m 46s

    Pati explores the culture of mysterious Mennonites, a religious community who came to Chihuahua from Germany. Mostly, she’s after what they’re best known for around Mexico, their cheese! She sees their traditional cheese-making process at Pampas Cheese Factory, the holder of the Guinness World Record for largest Mennonite cheese. Then she tries another local culinary innovation, Mennonite pizza.

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    The Magic of Mata Ortiz

    S13 E1307 - 26m 46s

    Pati visits Mata Ortiz, a village known for its exquisite pottery, and learns its history from local potter Tavo Silveira, who is known worldwide and even made a piece for the pope. Then Pati gets her hands dirty with talented duo Laura Bugarini and Héctor Gallegos, who teach her the basics of Mata Ortiz pottery. Turns out, Tavo can also cook and makes an asado de puerco feast in the town square.

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