Middle Eastern Influences

June 11, 2011

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Pati's Mexican Table - S1 - E11

Immigrants from Lebanon, Syria and Israel have left a tasty influence on Mexican cuisine over the years; this show will look at how they came to such a far-flung (but fascinating) country and what kind of legacy they’ve contributed–other than Frida Kahlo and Salma Hayek, of course.

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Pati's Mexican Table: Season 1 - 13 Episode s

1x1 - Quesadillas
April 2, 2011
Pati’s Mexican Table Season 9 explores one of Mexico’s largest states: Sonora. Pati travels the rugged, stunning terrain of the Sonoran desert to the sparkling, bountiful Sea of Cortez. She meets the inspiring and creative chefs behind Sonora’s bold cuisine along the way. Sonorans say they’re Mexico’s best-kept secret. Join Pati as she shares their secret bite by delicious bite.
1x2 - Foods of the Revolution
April 9, 2011
If you’re fighting a war, how do you cook food on the run? What sort of meals can you make around ranches, porches, and rustic bonfires? What might Pancho Villa or Emiliano Zapata have eaten? This episode looks at the culinary legacy of the Mexican Revolution.
1x3 - Avocado
April 16, 2011
This episode shows us how to pick and prime the perfect Mexican avocado, then walks us through three great recipes. As a bonus, she learns how to make an avocado martini from one of the top bars in Mexico City.
1x4 - Tomatillos
April 23, 2011
Meet the tomatillo–this small, plump, green fruit was a favorite of the Aztecs and stars in any number of Mexican dishes today. Its tart flavor is worlds apart from the taste of tomatoes, but is just as juicy and unforgettable. This episode will show you where to find tomatillos, how to cook with them, and tips and tricks for creating amazing dishes.
1x5 - Convent Food
April 30, 2011
Aren’t convents supposed to be austere, dull places? In Mexico, everything’s a little more colorful–including the food of Catholic nuns. Delicious, labor-intensive mole is probably the most well known food to come out of the convents, but this show will explore some slightly easier, but just as tasty.
1x6 - Hisbiscus Flowers or Jamaica
May 7, 2011
In Mexico, it’s not uncommon to find both food and water deliciously flavored with hibiscus flowers. Commonly known as Jamaica, it has an intensely herbal, fruity taste. This episode will show us some of the places you can buy it in the US, then share recipes that include it.
1x7 - Mexican Picnic
May 14, 2011
What’s on the menu at a typical Mexican picnic? Are some foods, like hot dogs and hamburgers, universal? Turn your backyard into a little slice of Mexico by tweaking some old standbys. Learn how not only Mexican food has been adapted outside of Mexico, but also how American dishes have been transformed in Mexico.
1x8 - Mexican Brunch
May 21, 2011
A Mexican brunch is the perfect way to ease into the weekend. What kinds of recipes are truly Mexican but truly inspired, too? This episode will look at what a late breakfast/early lunch in Mexico might look like, and what recipes you can prepare in your own home.
1x9 - Chorizo
May 28, 2011
Who doesn’t love sausage? Chorizo, the Mexican version, is a deep-burnt-reddish explosion of fresh, moist, exotically seasoned flavor. When it’s fried, it becomes crisp and incredibly savory. This episode will look at the difference between Mexican chorizo sausage and its Spanish, Central American and South American cousins.
1x10 - Cinnamon
June 4, 2011
Mexico is now the largest importer of cinnamon in the world–but how do they use it that’s so special? Just how different is the Ceylon or True cinnamon used in Mexico from the Cassia cinnamon of Southeast Asia?
1x11 - Middle Eastern Influences
June 11, 2011
Immigrants from Lebanon, Syria and Israel have left a tasty influence on Mexican cuisine over the years; this show will look at how they came to such a far-flung (but fascinating) country and what kind of legacy they’ve contributed–other than Frida Kahlo and Salma Hayek, of course.
1x12 - Vanilla
June 18, 2011
Vanilla only comes in a bottle, right? Oh, it’s a bean!? Where on earth do I find vanilla beans and then how do I cook with them? Do I crack them open? Wait, vanilla comes from Veracruz, Mexico–not Madagascar!? This episode will explain all of that, plus share a few amazing vanilla-infused recipes.
1x13 - Wrapped Treats
June 25, 2011
Mexicans have been wrapping and cooking food in leaves for a long time, and this episode will look at the reasons why. It will also share three scrumptious dishes you can make in your own kitchen with the wrapping method and with three different kids of wrappers! We’ll also look at some shortcuts and tips for cooking wrapped foods in your own kitchen, as opposed to the traditional method of digging a pit or steaming them in an enormous pot.

Middle Eastern Influences

Pati's Mexican Table - S1 - E11

Pati's Mexican Table: Season 1 - 13 Episode s

1x1 - Quesadillas

1x2 - Foods of the Revolution

1x3 - Avocado

1x4 - Tomatillos

1x5 - Convent Food

1x6 - Hisbiscus Flowers or Jamaica

1x7 - Mexican Picnic

1x8 - Mexican Brunch

1x9 - Chorizo

1x10 - Cinnamon

1x11 - Middle Eastern Influences

1x12 - Vanilla

1x13 - Wrapped Treats

Pati's Mexican Table: All seasons

S1: Season 1

S2: Season 2

S3: Season 3

S4: Season 4

S5: Season 5

S6: Season 6

S7: Season 7

S8: Season 8

S9: Season 9

S10: Season 10

S11: Season 11

S12: Season 12