“The” chef Rick Bayless joins us on a journey to explore Mexican cuisine. From huevos rancheros tacos to roasted tomatillo salsa, we discuss authentic flavors, Baja California, his newest (secret) restaurant project, and what it’s like to compete on a cooking show. Plus, fun tips like how to regulate the heat of your salsa and make impressive giant flames. It’s a legit fiesta.

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Loaded huevos rancheros tacos (A Couple Cooks)

Roasted tomatillo salsa (A Couple Cooks via Rick Bayless)

Homemade tortilla chips (A Couple Cooks)

More Mexican from A Couple Cooks

Rick Bayless:

His bio

His new book: More Mexican Everyday

His restaurants: Frontera Grill, Topolobampo, Xoco

His new project?

Valle de Guadalupe: the Napa Valley of Mexico

Finca Altozano

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