In 1968 the young Rick travelled down the Pacific Coast Highway to the Mexican border and beyond. 50 years later he retraces his steps from San Francisco to Mexico enjoying unique dishes and meeting chefs.
Rick Stein journeys from northern California to Mexico, enjoying unique dishes and the enduring legacy of Mexico. It was 1968, and having heard the Mamas and Papas' California Dreaming, Rick was filled with a desire to embark on his own road trip down the Pacific Coast Highway to the Mexican border and beyond. Nearly 50 years later, he's back to retrace his steps.
Aired: Nov 7, 2017Rick begins in San Francisco, tasting legendary dishes like Hangtown Fry. He ...
Aired: Nov 14, 2017Rick continues his journey down the Californian coast and into Los Angeles wh...
Aired: Nov 21, 2017Rick enjoys a steak and eggs American diner special before bidding farewell t...
Aired: Dec 5, 2017The chef explores Mexico's western mainland, visiting the town that put tequi...
Aired: Dec 12, 2017Rick heads to Mexico City, a rich melting pot of cuisines. Then he visits Pue...
Aired: Dec 19, 2017Rick's travels take him to Mexico's food paradise, he discovers locals still ...
7. Oaxaca to Yucatan Peninsula
Aired: Jan 3, 2018Rick heads east from Oaxaca to the Yucatan Peninisula where local people feas...
Appearances
Current Status: Ended
Network: BBC Two
Production Country: United Kingdom
Genres:Documentary
