
Pati Jinich is a chef whose true passion is bringing authentic Mexican flavors, colors, textures and warmth into American kitchens. She shares the tastes and culinary adventures of her native country.

Cantinas have historically been bars where men gather to drink and sing about their broken hearts. Historian David Canales takes Pati to historic locations. Then she tries the best tacos in town.

Pati is in the magic town of Maní to learn about something sacred to the Mayans - bees and honey. A group of women who protect the endangered Melipona, a stingless bee native to Yucatán, invites her to join in a Mayan energy cleansing ritual.

Chef Hugo Guajardo researches the best of Nuevo León's ingredients. He and Pati visit a family-owned restaurant that has perfected the art of drying meat. Then, she tries his famed charred chicken.

Pati visits BBQ champion Luis Rivas to taste his Mexican take on Texas-style BBQ, and he hosts a traditional carne asada at his family's orange grove. Then Pati learns how Glorias candies are made.