Now, an awardwinning chef is campaigning to cast the net wider. Hola. [ speaking nonenglish ] this is a beautiful restaurant. Eric left mexico citys World Famous Restaurant to return home on a oneman mission to transform the Fishing Industry in veracruz. So, this was caught this morning . [ speaking nonenglish ] and what type of fish is it . [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. I know its not the prettiest thing, but erics not one to judge by appearances. [ speaking nonenglish ] its a lazy fish. [ speaking nonenglish ] yeah. [ speaking nonenglish ] why do you care so much . [ speaking nonenglish ] what are we going to make with the fish . Oh, i love ceviche. Whats the name . Also known as sailors grunt, this guy might not be an obvious choice for ceviche, but its got erics vote. [ speaking nonenglish ] look at that. Its beautiful. [ speaking nonenglish ] it doesnt even smell like fish. [ speaking nonenglish ] a little onion and jicama i love it because it gives a good crunch. A drizzle of lemon oil. [ speaking nonenglish ] what . I love frijoles in anything. But are they hot . [ speaking nonenglish ] some avocado and dressing. Lets see. Oh, its so beautiful. [ speaking nonenglish ] and were done. Do i just scoop it or what happens . [ speaking nonenglish ] like this . Exactly. Oh, my god. This has changed my life. Im now going to make this forever. This is amazing. For me, the contrast of hot beans with cold ceviche is a revelation. And who would have thought those ugly fish could taste so exquisite . But apparently theres more. These are softshelled crabs . Exacto. [ speaking nonenglish ] these blue crabs must be caught just before they shed their exoskeleton and then cooked straight after, while theyre still soft. [ speaking nonenglish ] oh, look at that. Thats gorgeous. [ speaking nonenglish ] so, that goes first . Exacto. Soft shell crabs thrive in warm waters of the gulf, making them an easy catch. Not a bad thing from where im standing. [ speaking nonenglish ] purple onion. Chile lemon. It wouldnt be mexico if there wasnt a chile lemon. [ speaking nonenglish ] its so crispy. So crispy, right . Wow. Thats a great combination with the crab. So refreshing. [ speaking nonenglish ] what do you want the world to know about the cuisine of veracruz . [ speaking nonenglish ] erics passion for cooking with every type of fish from veracruz makes him a hero in my book. And ill drink to that. Shelves. Shelves that know what taste buds want. Shelves smart enough to see, sense, react, restock. So Caramel Swirl is always there for the taking. This electric feels different. Because its powered by the most potent source of energy there is. You. This is the lexus variety of electrification. Inspired by, created for and powered by you. Introducing new. Black angus steakburgers, the Bourbon Bacon Jam and jalapeno kick topped with a fourcheese crisp. Try all six ultimate steakburger combos served with fries and a drink, starting at 9. 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[upbeat music] i love coffee. And it came to mexico via, yep, veracruz. It arrived here from the caribbean in the 18th century i love coffee. And it came to mexico via yep veracruz. It arrived here from the caribbean in the 18th century before passing on throughout Latin America. Like mi amiga, actress anna im so excited youre here. This is a crazy busy place. Said to be one of mexicos oldest cafes is one of anas favorite haunts. Obviously youre from here. Yes, i was born here. What does the rest of mexico think of veracruz . Were known as [ speaking nonenglish ] because i guess were prankers and were always like [ bleep ] [ bleep ]. So, we are known because of our sense of humor. Were very good also at dancing. Everything started here. Exactly. A lot of first things happen here. The coffee, thats why coffee, the first place. Oh, my gosh. [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. Exactly. Yea im a veracruzana. Can you tell me how much you have . Yeah, yeah, yeah. This is so fun. Ringing the glass with the spoon is a tradition that started way back in the late 19th century. When tram drivers in the port rang their bells to order a coffee as they passed. Is it good . Oh, my god. I really recommend you go to go to the Coffee Fields. Where are they . In the mountains . In the mountains. Im definitely going to go see the Coffee Fields. Thats my top of my list. Well, you dont need to tell me twice. This is so beautiful. After coffee arrived here, veracruzanos took it inland to cultivate it, where it flourished, before exporting it back to the rest of the world. This landscape is amazing. I dont feel like im in mexico. I feel like im in an amazon rain forest. Today veracruz produces around a quarter of mexicos coffee, which thrives in the shade and altitude in mountain areas. The Cooler Temperatures up here slow the growth of the beans, making them sweeter and more dense. And the denser the bean, the better the flavor. Hola. Hola. Hi, eva. How are you . Nice to meet you. Welcome to patella. And this is a coffee field. My guide is passionate about these Coffee Fields and supporting local women in agriculture. This is the plant. Look at this. Oh, is this a bean . Yes. Oh, i found one already. Yes. In the 1990s, Coffee Prices plummeted, Driving Farmers to the u. S. In search of work, and leaving many women behind to fend for themselves. A lot of men, they went to the north. And these Coffee Fields were abandoned. Yes, abandoned. And then the women, they said, what we do . We go away, stay on our land. We grew coffee. And this kind of coffee is very interesting because we have, like, a lot of flowers that you can cook today. Oh, you can eat the flowers . Yes. These are the flowers of san lorenzo. Oh, san lorenzo. Maybe you can cut. Oh, lord. I hate when its the high pressure. One plant. How long does it take to grow . Like, one year. Oh, just a year. Okay. Down here . Perfect. But the coffee isnt the only thing full of flavor around here. Apparently these shadegrown flowers are also delicious. And were going to cook them in a stew. But as well as being packed with vitamins, the sweetness of these izote petals it might not seem an obvious combination [ speaking nonenglish ] but as well as being packed with vitamins, the sweetness of the petals enhances the flavor of the tomato, onion, and garlic broth. And dough balls help thicken the stew. Oh, thats beautiful. Itll be served alongside a salsa made with a san lorenzo flower i picked. And some palm flowers dipped in a light batter and fried until crisp. Okay. [ speaking nonenglish ] oh, my god, look at these little petals. [ speaking nonenglish ] you can feel the fragrance from the petals. [ speaking nonenglish ] i love that. To me, The Palm Flower Fritter has a sweet and sour zucchini taste. Amazing texture. Oh, i love this texture. 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Do you need mulch . What, we have a ton of mulch. [church bells tolling tune of la bamba] la la bamba i love that the church bells is la bamba. I grew up listening to la bamba, but i had no idea The Roots Of This Folk Song Go back to the 18th century and the quarter of a million enslaved africans brought to vera cruz. These african cultural influences surviving two centuries of the slave trade blended with those of the indigenous people, as well as the spanish, like my ancestor, lorenzo longoria. And today, neighborhoods around the port reflect this unique mix of cultures. Hola. Mucho gusto. Welcome to veracruz. Im meeting with this food historian. Shes written a book on local cuisine and is my guide. [ speaking nonenglish ] its impossible to overstate the impact of African Culture on this region. But even at the peak of the slave trade, its impossible to overstate the impact of African Culture on this region. But even at the peak of the slave trade, there was resistance. In 1631, a group of rebel slaves won the right to live as free people in their own region. It was a small, but significant victory, given it would take another two centuries before slavery ended in mexico. [ speaking nonenglish ] wow. [ speaking nonenglish ] so theyre both roots. Asi es. So, theyre both roots . [ speaking nonenglish ] africans missed the yams of their homeland but discovered the similar Latin America yuca. Ever since its been used for popular dishes, like Crispy Fried Yuka with garlic. [ speaking nonenglish ] then im mama frijoles. Of course it goes without saying that Plantain Fritters are also on the menu. Introduced by the spanish, the trees provided shade for valuable crops like coffee. The Leftover Fruit was used to feed enslaved communities. [ speaking nonenglish ] we smash them, and then were going to put them back in the oil. Okay. Back in the pan they go. [ speaking nonenglish ] theyre like potato chips. You cant eat just one. 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Comcast business. Powering possibilities™. So ive traveled north from the port of veracruz to the region where vanilla originates. This is where the plant is from. So, ive travelled north from the port of veracruz to the region where vanilla originates. This is where the plant is from. Im so excited, im probably the biggest fan of vanilla. Ive been looking forward to this moment for a long time. They say, good things come to those who wait. And the prized vanilla bean from veracruz is definitely one of those things. I dont think ive ever seen so many Vanilla Beans in one place. Yeah. For mexico ive been invited here by norma guya, from mexicos oldest Vanilla Family, who have been harvesting it for hundreds of years. And she is the first woman to take charge of the business. So, if vanilla is endemic to mexico, is mexico the number one producer . No. Turns out madagascar produces about 80 of the worlds vanilla. But guess what . It was veracruz that gave it to them. Its more expensive. Because its the best . Yes. Of course its the best. And now here, you can see how they are taking care of each vanilla bean. Each vanilla bean. Each vanilla bean just to be sure. It can get infected. So she has to cut the tip off. Wow. Very labor intensive. And thats just the tip of the vanilla bean. Wait until you hear what it takes to create it in the first place. This is the Vanilla Plantation. Is it just this one . Native to the north of veracruz, the Vanilla Plant was originally only pollinated by bees until it was discovered you could do the same thing by hand. I never knew they were vines. Yes. I thought it was a bush or a plant. No. Vanilla comes from the seed pods of a hermaphrodite orchid. The flower has to be pollinated within a single window of a few hours, or it will die. Now, get ready for a bit of biology. The Vanilla Plant is like a woman. If you want to pollinate, you need to speak very lovely and then open it. And youre going to take out the pollen from the male and put it inside of the female organ. So, were impregnating the woman. Yes. And then you need to wait nine months in order to make the crop. Like a baby . Yes. What happened . Oh, lord. Here, you see . You need to open. I open this part right here . Yeah. I need glasses. Yeah. And thats the male right there . Yeah. So, you need to open it. I dont want to [ bleep ] up the vanilla bean. Okay. Okay. Okay. Here we go. So, im okay. Yes. That is the pollen. Then pull it down. Then push it. Is that it . Yes. Did i make a vanilla baby . Yes. I feel like we need a glass of wine. [ laughter ] yeah. Yea we did it. So, people now need to do it, like 5,000 per day, Something Like that for one month. Thats so stressful. You have to do that with all of these flowers . Yeah. Thats amazing. Im happy im only doing one. This Pain Staking Process makes vanilla one of the most expensive spices in the world, worth nearly its weight in gold. This is a family house. Oh, this is so beautiful. We are going to cook chicken with vanilla. Oh, my gosh. And here it is. Heres the bean. Yes, yes. And what is this . Nata. Nata is the thick, butterlike cream that forms on the top of milk after its been boiled. Here its a typical ingredient. And do we put the vanilla in here . Yes. Now were talking. Its like gold. Yeah. This is like black gold. Thats amazing. I put it in here . Yes. So vibrant. Just that small amount. And Vanilla Extract. And this is pure Vanilla Extract from the vanilla bean. Yes. Yes. Now we add braised onions to this hot, creamy mixture. Ready. Okay. Now we go to blend it . Yes. Because this is going to be the sauce of the chicken . Yes. Flavoring savory dishes with vanilla is the thing around here. Ive never had chicken with vanilla. Inspired by normas great grandfathers recipe, the sauce is added to Chicken Pieces gently sauted in butter. What was it like growing up in a Vanilla Family . Its very interesting because my love for the vanilla began with the vanilla growers. And i notice that the woman was not part of them. Of the process . Yes. Its just for men. Do you have brothers . Yeah. But theyre not in the business . They are not. Im in charge of everything. They say, you cannot do it. You cannot do it. Because youre a woman . Because im a woman, uhhuh. Every time theyre like, you cannot, in my mind im like, yes, im going to do it. I will. Now that all the flavors have had a chance to marry, tiny pieces of vanilla are sprinkled on top. Its like caviar. You have to be very sparing with it. We even added vanilla to the salad dressing. Oh. Thats refreshing. Viola. This is my son and my father. [ speaking nonenglish ] its good. Oh, my god. Okay. Let me try this dish that ive never had before. Its good. Oh, my god, mm. Everybody has to eat this when were done. The finale to this incredible day is dessert. Bananas doused in the homemade vanilla liquor. 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Over 1,000 years ago, way before any spanish arrived, two civilizations vied for supremacy in veracruz, the aztecs and the totonacs. And up here in the north, it was the totonacs that prevailed. Set between two large streams that flowed to the river, el tajin was perfectly shielded from attack and is one of the bestpreserved prehispanic cities in mexico. This advantage was key to the survival of the totonac people. And this particular culture is still practicing their rituals and ceremonies today. Hola. [ speaking nonenglish ] my host founded smoke women, a group that keeps Ancient Totonac traditions alive while also supporting local women. [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. [ speaking nonenglish ] smoke has always been integral to totonac culture. Its used in preserving food and also cooking rituals. [ speaking nonenglish ] a shot of moonshine keeps the devil away. [ speaking nonenglish ] el tajins position between two rivers didnt just provide protection. It was also a source of food for the local community, like these freshwater shrimps, which were going to cook. [ speaking nonenglish ] just so yall know, you know, nature doesnt lie. They are the star ingredient of a traditional totonac stew. [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. Everything were using in these recipes is foraged from the local area, like these chaga mushrooms, everything were using in these recipes is foraged from the local area, like these mushrooms, which are crushed to make the filling for the empanada. [ speaking nonenglish ] si. Si. Y las vamos a. These look amazing. Wow. So beautiful. These look amazing. [ speaking nonenglish ] wow. So beautiful. A few minutes on the heat [ speaking nonenglish ] and our Totonac Feast is ready. [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. She sucked the head. [ speaking nonenglish ] okay. Lets have this mushroom empanada. Its crispy. A little spicy. It tastes very [ speaking nonenglish ] smoke preserves, but it can also change to fit the shape of the space. And from what i have seen, the totonacs also know how to adapt. Maybe its that attitude and resilience thats the secret to success. [ speaking nonenglish ] more energy in just two weeks. Uh. Here ill take that. Everyone woo hoo ensure max protein with 30 grams of protein, one gram of sugar. Enter the nourishing Moments Giveaway for a chance to win 10,000. Its started. Its. The side hug. Tween milestones like this may start at age 9. Hpv vaccination a type of Cancer Prevention against certain hpvrelated cancers, can start then too. For most, hpv clears on its own. But for others, it can cause certain cancers later in life. Youre welcome now, as the dad cab, its my cue to help protect them. Embrace this phase. Help protect them in the next. Ask their doctor today about hpv vaccination. 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One of the most important cooks here is dona rosier. Luis wants me to try dona rosios specialty, a stuffed jalapeno. Is this where it all started . Yeah. Were going to try a traditional version of the city. Its a mixture between the two cultures. Its mexican and spanish. Yet another of veracruzs mutual tear gifts to the world, the Famous Jalapeno originated rear here. Around 60 miles inland from the port, the capital city is nestled in lush, fertile landscape. Jalapeno peppers have been cultivated here since the time of the aztecs. Just dig in . Yeah. Whats inside of it . Whats the filling . Its main ingredients, its tomato. Its raisins. Mm. I know this is beautiful because its the traditional way, but im going to introduce you my version. I dont know if you can top dona rocios. I dont know. To create a modern version, we need a suitably modern space. The vibe is stripped back and simple. I suspect the food will be anything but. This is whats going to go inside the chili . Inside the chili. In his cooking, luis celebrates different culinary influences, like fried african plantain. Raisins . Thats very spanish. And he combines these with capers and herbs for the filling. And it catches on fire yeah, of course. You can smell that alcohol mixed with the plantains. With the plantains. It makes the plantains explode. Explode, yeah. As a tribute to totonac tradition, luis smokes the filling for 12 to 16 hours. Thank god hes got one ready. It smells amazing. You can smell every single spice. Like theres not one that overpowers the other. Okay. Oh, my god. Guys, i dont want to brag, but mine is perfect. God, look at that. Its like the mexican flag. Thats so beautiful. I need my phone thank you. But its not just the food. At this restaurant, even the drinks are smoked. Oh, this is so beautiful. Stanley tucci has to see this. Gracias. This is amazing. This is quite different from this morning, but at the same time, very familiar and definitely nods to the traditional way you make it. Just as my roots in vera cruz Go Back Hundreds of years, so do the origins of every recipe. Veracruzanos continue to celebrate the produce that pass through their port. But fighting for the freedom to create something new has also been a cornerstone of their rich history. And with that kind of mindset, you just know there are more great things to come. Do you believe in magic . I didnt until oaxaca cast its spell on me. In this bewitching place, culinary wonders are conjured. Theres a lot of exciting chefs coming out of this region. Oaxaca is now a mecca for food lovers in the know. The Gastronomic Wizards here can summon so many of mexicos most iconic ingredients. Have you ever seen such a rainbow of corn . Its the original string cheese. Im eva longoria, Born And Bred in texas with Mexican American roots, which makes me a texican. A culinary tradition as diverse as its 32 states. Oaxaca is blessed with food riches. Its as if the gods themselves dined here. And for its ancient indigenous communities, this land and its produce is sacred. But in these parts, youve got to work hard for your dinner. I mean really hard. Wish me luck. Since prehispanic times, Ancient Trade Routes bringing an abundance of amazing ingredients have snaked from South America into the belly of mexico via oaxaca. Today, many of these food gems find their way here, a giant market on the edge of the state capital, oaxaca city. And in this warren of stalls, i hunted down the pioneering chef who put wau hawken food on the map, alex ruiz. The first time i came to this market, i was about 7. My mom used to make fresh cheese. This was your playground . This is my playground. Now that im a cook, i come here a couple of times a week. So this is my second home. Let me show you some more. No, if you dont mind walking around. Yes. Im sticking close to this guy. Get lost here, and you may never be found. Habaneros. Yes, habaneros