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The Rural Heart

Pati travels to Milpa Alta and meets Chef Jorge Córcega to harvest and char nopales over an open flame, learning time-honored techniques tied to the land. She later visits Luis Alvarado and his family, known for their mole, a culinary treasure bursting with flavor as rich as its history. Over a shared meal of mole and nopales, they celebrate the traditions that nourish Milpa Alta’s community.
Season 14 Episode 1407 Length 26:46 Premiere: 09/26/25

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