Pati takes viewers on a deep dive into the history of Oaxaca cuisine from pre-Hispanic origins, to the introduction of Spanish techniques, and finally modern day movements. She starts by tasting ancestral recipes at the local market. Then, she meets up with a friend and historian who takes her to a restaurant, where they eat traditional Oaxaca recipes with a modern twist. She's going on a culinary adventure through time all in one day. Back in her kitchen, inspired by the tastes from that day, she shares new dishes that happen to be vegetarian with her friend and food editor Joe Yonan. Sweet potato and black bean tamales; Avocado, watercress and pecan salad.
Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds
Episode Number: 602
Sat, Aug 27 | 7:30 P.M. |
History of Oaxaca Cuisine
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PATI'S MEXICAN TABLE brings authentic Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into American kitchens.
A former policy analyst focused on Latin American politics and history, Pati Jinich is a chef, cooking teacher, food writer and mother of three whose true passion lies in sharing the tastes of her childhood and culinary adventures in her native country.
In each episode, Pati embarks upon an exciting and entertaining journey, where each dish serves as a point of departure into Mexico's rich history and culture, Pati's personal experiences, and her ongoing conversations with cooks in both Mexico and the United States.
Each half-hour highlights a singular Mexican food - from familiar ingredients like vanilla, avocado and chorizo to the mysterious grains used by the Aztecs and the adventurous and trendy cuisine found across Mexico today.
From traditional takes on tomatillos to modern spins on huevos rancheros, Pati inspires viewers to make great Mexican dishes in their own homes.
Fri, Aug 12 | 10:00 A.M. |
Mocorito, The Land of Chilorio
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Sat, Aug 13 | 7:30 P.M. |
Turkey Day
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Mon, Aug 15 | 10:00 A.M. |
Surfside Eats
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Tue, Aug 16 | 10:00 A.M. |
A Day In Sinaloa's Countryside
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Wed, Aug 17 | 10:00 A.M. |
Home Cooking Sinaloa Style
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Thu, Aug 18 | 10:00 A.M. |
How Do You Say Tucson?
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Thu, Aug 18 | 7:30 P.M. |
Alan Goes to College
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Fri, Aug 19 | 1:30 A.M. |
Alan Goes to College
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Fri, Aug 19 | 10:00 A.M. |
Tucson: Gateway to Sonora
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Sat, Aug 20 | 7:30 P.M. |
Jose Andres Takes Over
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Mon, Aug 22 | 10:00 A.M. |
Hermosillo Food Crawl
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Tue, Aug 23 | 10:00 A.M. |
The Blessing and the Benefit
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Wed, Aug 24 | 10:00 A.M. |
Carne Asada with La Familia
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Thu, Aug 25 | 10:00 A.M. |
Flour Power
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Thu, Aug 25 | 7:30 P.M. |
One Day In Oaxaca
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Fri, Aug 26 | 1:30 A.M. |
One Day In Oaxaca
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