Pati Jinich Explores Panamerica to Return October 26
The second season of the culinary travel show will feature a journey through the American West ending at the Mexico border.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Mexican Food
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Pati Jinich Explores Panamerica will debut its second season on October 26, 2026, at 8 p.m. The new season follows host Pati Jinich as she travels through the Western United States, including Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona, before concluding her culinary journey at the Mexico border.
Why it matters
The program highlights the cultural and culinary intersections across the Western United States, offering viewers a localized look at regional food traditions that bridge the American West and Mexico.
The season two premiere features a 90-day free streaming window on the PBS App for the first episode, while subsequent episodes 2 and 3 will be available for 30 days.
The players
Pati Jinich
She is a renowned chef, cookbook author, and television host known for her work exploring and showcasing Mexican cuisine and culture.
The details
Host Pati Jinich explores various culinary landscapes throughout the Western United States, traveling across Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. The journey captures food stories from these regions as the host moves toward the Mexico border.
Timeline
October 26, 2026, 8 p.m. is the premiere broadcast of the first episode.
90 days after the premiere, the free PBS App access for episode 1 will end.
30 days after their respective premieres, free PBS App access for episodes 2 and 3 will end.
Culture Shift
The series utilizes the PBS Passport digital content distribution network to manage its post-broadcast streaming availability for domestic audiences. This move reflects a broader industry shift toward hybrid windowing models that prioritize digital-first access for niche culinary programming.
Viewers can watch the premiere through standard broadcast or stream the first episode on the PBS App starting October 26, 2026. After initial access windows expire, episodes will move to the Arizona PBS Passport platform for continued viewing.
The takeaway
The series provides an accessible way to engage with the diverse culinary heritage of the Western United States. Fans should note the specific streaming windows to ensure they can watch the episodes before they migrate to the Passport platform.
Further reading
Learn more about regional culinary trends by exploring our Mexican Food section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Arizona PBS.
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