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The Rural Heart

Season 14 Episode 1407 | 26m 46s

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.

Aired: 09/25/25 | Expires: 09/25/27
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
Extras
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Pati learns how Monterrey is exploring farm-to-table efforts.
The Garza family invites Pati and the whole community to help make Piloncillo.
Pati learns how to make traditional campechanas and rich conos de crema.
Pati tries the food at each Nuevo León pro soccer stadium with stars from each team.
Pati heads to two must-visit restaurants serving traditional stews.
Pati visits with Gualberto Elizondo, “Weber,” and chef Chuy Villareal of Cara De Vaca.
Pati checks out Texas style BBQ in Mexico.
Pati stops by to two very different style Cantinas in Monterrey.
Pati connects with mountain climbers and top chefs in the Huasteca mountains.
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