REGRESO AL ORIGEN | RETURN TO ORIGIN'S
A series that helps to revalue the native ingredients of Mexico.
With this new series we go deep into the field to better understand our ancestral ingredients and discover the reasons why they are part of the food of the future. Through a trip from the farms to the table we will know, revalue and savor different forms and dishes that each ingredient offers
EP 1 | Nopal, Mexico's Native Superfood
Nopal, or Opuntia cacti, is a cactus eaten all throughout Mexico, known for its flavor and its nutritional value. But do we value its industry, production, and future? Through a trip from the farm to the table, we learn, revalue, and savor different dishes that this ancestral ingredient offers
EP 2 | Saving Mexico's Native Beans from Extinction
Beans are one of the most important food staples in Mexico, which is home to one-third of all the world’s bean varieties. Despite the availability of almost 50 kinds of beans, Mexicans are not consuming them nearly as much as they used to. This has threatened the production of Mexico’s native beans, which are now facing extinction
EP 3 | Using Mexico's Most Ancient Grain: Amaranth
Amaranth, an edible plant with quinoa-like seeds, has been growing in Mexico for nearly 5,000 years and provides those who eat it with nutrients like protein and amino acids. Despite its adaptability and versatility, many Mexicans overlook its distinct culinary potential
