So here’s something I noticed while curating food-themed shows: there are surprisingly few TV shows that explore Mexican food in depth, especially when compared to the abundance of titles about Korean, American, Japanese, or Indian cuisine.

While those countries have entire dramas, films, documentaries, and storylines centered around food culture, Mexican food despite being one of the most globally beloved cuisines, doesn’t get nearly as much dedicated screen time. Mexican food deserves more love on screen, especially considering how rich and diverse it is!

That said, I did find a handful of really good ones, shows that either focus directly on Mexican cuisine or feature it prominently throughout the story. From sizzling street tacos to emotional family recipes passed down generations, these shows offer a glimpse into the heart and soul of Mexican cooking.

Look out for shows like Taco Chronicles, Las Crónicas del Taco, Hecho en México, La Divina Gula, Street Food: Latin America (Mexico City ep), and more.

🌯 I’ve curated a watchlist of shows where Mexican food is more than just a backdrop, it’s part of the identity, emotion, and culture of the characters and their stories.

You can find the full list here: https://simkl.com/5743957/list/113387/mexican-food-themed-popular-shows

#NameDateGenres
1Taco Chronicles2019-07-11Action, Documentary, Food, Reality
2Heavenly Bites: Mexico2022-01-18Action, Documentary, Food
3Pan y Circo2020-08-06Action, Food, Talk Show
4Garnachas: Glorious Street Food!2025-04-01Action, Documentary, Food, Mini-Series
5MasterChef (MX)2015-06-27Action, Food, Reality
6Sugar Rush: The Baking Point2023-07-12Action, Reality
7Juanpa + Chef2021-11-10Food, Reality
8Food Hunters2016-10-15Action, Food, Reality
9Maestros del Taco2018-02-06Family, Food
10On rapid fire2017-11-28Food, Reality
11MasterChef Latinos2022-02-09Food, Reality
12Nailed It! Mexico2019-02-07Action, Comedy, Game Show, Reality
13Pati's Mexican Table2011-04-01Food, Reality
14Mexican Made Easy2010-01-22Action, Food, Reality
15Mexican Food Made Simple2011-07-05Action, Food, Reality, Travel
16Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico2023-03-26Documentary, Food, Mini-Series
17Mexico – One Plate at a Time2003-01-10Documentary, Food, Home and Garden
18Taco Trip2014-12-16Food, Travel
19Street Food: Latin America2020-07-20Action, Documentary, Food, Travel
20Flavorful Origins2019-02-10Action, Documentary, Food
21School of Chocolate2021-11-25Action, Game Show, Reality
22Salt Fat Acid Heat2018-10-10Action, Documentary, Food, Mini-Series, Travel
23La Frontera with Pati Jinich2021-10-14Documentary, Food, Horror
24Selena + Chef2020-08-12Action, Food, Reality

And here’s where I need you!!:

Do you know of any other Mexican shows (drama, doc, or otherwise) where food plays a key role?

Especially those that may have flown under the radar?

Drop them below, I’d love to expand this into the definitive list for food and culture lovers! 🌶️

by SoftPois0n

Dining and Cooking