Rick is always up for a cooking challenge, and after a day on the waters of the Sea of Cortez, Rick grills dinner for the group on the beach of Espiritu Santo island. To stock up on supplies Rick shops in the La Paz market for ingredients.
Everything tastes better when cooked over a fire, at least that is the Oaxacan credo. From soup to barbacoa, fiery embers influence the flavor of Oaxaca's food in just the right ways. Join Rick in Oaxaca, San Felipe Usila, and Zaachilla.
Fish tacos embody Ensenada's history: Fresh fish from pristine waters encased in crispy batter influenced by Asian immigrants, topped with Spanish-inspired creamy sauces, wrapped in a very Mexican corn tortilla, and spiked with chile.
The once unknown state of Oaxaca is now on the savvy traveler's hit list. Its capital is one of Mexico's most enjoyable colonial cities. Rick takes the spirit of Oaxaca home, and with a group of friends, creates a dinner sure to transport.
The variety of corns available in Oaxaca boggles the mind and the taste buds. Rick introduces us to Amado Ramirez Leyva who believes that corn, domesticated some 9,000 years ago in Mexico, represents the very foundation of Mexican culture.
Mexico's beaches glimmer with pristine perfection. Chef Rick Bayless takes us off the beaten path to find great food and even better beaches such as Playa Chahue and Playa Principal. You would be well-advised to follow his lead.
There is magic in the charming Baja town of Todos Santos. It all starts at the roadside bar Art and Beer. Then Rick checks into the Hotel California before meeting with Sergio Jaurequi, as well as Chefs Doña Ramona and Dany Lamote.
Three local Tijuana foodies take Rick on a taco crawl. Experience arrachera tacos, suadero tacos, sautéed and fried shrimp tacos, steamed tacos, and smoked salmon tacos. At home, Rick creates a taco feast for a casual backyard cookout.
Oaxaca has long been known for its seven moles, unparalleled home-cooking, and remarkable market fare. Lately, its restaurant reputation has skyrocketed, too. Deservedly so. Rick visits four of the top chef contenders in Oaxaca City.
Ever travel to a tourist mecca and wonder what the locals eat? Join Rick and his friend Hugo to find the best Mexican food in Los Cabos. First stop is the municipal market in San Jose del Cabo, then they enjoy carnitas at Los Michoacános.
There is a long heritage of good food in Tijuana. The city has an amazing taco, culture and is the birthplace of the Caesar salad. Today, Tijuana boasts one of the top culinary schools in the country and some of the best chefs in Mexico.
The Baja California peninsula boasts a climate reminiscent of the Mediterranean Sea. Rick makes tacos with ingredients from the gardens of the Rancho La Puerta spa, and meets up with Chefs Miguel Angel Guerrero Yagües and Jair Tellez.
In Mexico, cheese is all about freshness, and fresh cheese is exactly what Rick has found in the village of Rojas where he and two local women turn uber-fresh milk from alfalfa-fed cows into queso fresco and salty quesillo (string cheese).
Many of us experienced our first Mexican beer on a beach with a squeeze of lime. Now we are happy to see a beer revolution rumbling in the Baja peninsula. Rick takes us from the Tecate brewery to the Tijuana brewery. Salud-
So many moles, so little time. Rick will focus on two moles while visiting the Seasons of My Heart Cooking School on the outskirts of Oaxaca City to explore Black Mole and Green Mole with school owner Susana Trilling and her students.
Ever dream of owning a winery? Don and Tru Miller made their dreams come true when they built Adobe Guadalupe. Rick's dream of cooking in their stunning kitchen, with its handmade wood-fired oven, comes true this season. Dream on.
Rick takes us on a remarkable journey through Oaxaca City during the revered Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) holiday. Much preparation for the celebration takes place in October, and Rick gives us an insider's look at the fiesta.