Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless - Season 9

Everything tastes better when cooked over a fire, at least that is the Oaxacan credo. From soup to barbacoa, fiery embers influence the flavor of Oaxaca's food in just the right ways. Join Rick in Oaxaca, San Felipe Usila, and Zaachilla.

Mexico's beaches glimmer with pristine perfection. Chef Rick Bayless takes us off the beaten path to find great food and even better beaches such as Playa Chahue and Playa Principal. You would be well-advised to follow his lead.

Mescal is experiencing a renaissance in Mexico and throughout the United States. Journey with Rick to witness firsthand how an Oaxacan distiller handcrafts this fine spirit renowned for its rich, smoky complexity and brightness.

So many moles, so little time. Rick will focus on two moles while visiting the Seasons of My Heart Cooking School on the outskirts of Oaxaca City to explore Black Mole and Green Mole with school owner Susana Trilling and her students.

Ever on a quest to learn more about food, Rick even vacations with a food-oriented agenda. Join him in the mountains of Finca Las Nieves, with its artisanal coffee production and organic gardens, and learn about sustainable gardening.