Fresh Caught Lobster Tacos in Mazatlán | Pruébalo with Rick Martinez

In the first episode of his new show, Rick Martinez invites us to share his home, friends, and the culinary experience of Mazatlán. Fried lobster tacos on the beach, cold margaritas and spicy chiles? Pruébalo: try this!
Producer:
Rick Martinez, Brad Cash, Andrew Rea, Sawyer Jacobs, Kevin Grosch, Abby Glackin, Emilija Saxe
Director:
Sebastian Ortega
Cinematography:
Sebastian Ortega
Editor:
Sebastian Ortega, Brad Cash
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[@babishculinaryuniverse]

Welcome to the BCU Rick! Can’t wait to visit you in Mazatlán

[@PowerTrip007]

Edit

[@Sauce787]

Where's the next stump Sola?

[@bosch1701]

Buy that ticket now!!!

[@AlanYoung-nr6sg]

The universe is expanding.

[@nikman2]

More Rick! He was my favorite back on BA

[@mayajohnson1585]

Can I just say that I love this show on the fact that there’s no background music alone? I like hearing the town, the beach, the sounds of the people and the food. I’m definitely gonna watch!

[@bestnarryever]

YES! I was thinking the same thing!!!

[@puupipo]

I agree. I think even the bit towards the end where Rick was cooking could've worked without background music.

[@riorio982]

I was just thinking that! :-) and I completely agree, I really like being able to hear the really nice sounds of nature and that sounds cooking too.

[@anam00090]

yees it feels therapeutic, like I'm really there. wish more shows did this

[@LoneRodeoJones]

please visit Mazatlán when it’s safe to do so. Mexico is a beautiful country. Food is amazing 😭

[@ceciliaGV]

As a Mexican I can see the difference between having mexican cinematographers that can capture a real essence of Mexico, its markets and just normal friendly people whereas big tv shows often seem like they are taking up spaces instead of respecting them and appreciate them

[@soapygirl83]

I appreciate that each show on this channel has its own style of cinematography and editing.

[@serpensviktorijewiczvonarm1011]

@@soapygirl83 I guess Andrew's film school degree and years of experience did not in fact go to waste huh

[@itsdonuttime7729]

I can begin to empathize with your sentiment. Your culture, country, and people deserve respect.

[@cafedetaro]

yes, extactly! there's a big difference between making a mexican market seem messy and chaotic or making it lively and colourful. even in films they usually have this orange tint and apparently that's "the Mexico filter", when in reality we fill our culture with color.

[@yana33612]

as a non mexican i can see the difference between the way mexico’s portrayed in big shows like some place with drug cartels and crime vs the unique, beautiful, culturally rich place it really is. as someone from a third world country, it’s always a pleasure so see other “poor” countries being done justice!

[@memyselfiamweird]

This looks like a made-for-TV-documentary, not a KZbin series, and I mean that in the best way. The quality is amazing! & I would be happy to watch a far longer episode, to really get into an adventure with Rick. Congrats on the new series! Show us everything!

[@huntakilla1234]

It's great to see Rick again. This video is so beautiful, it almost feels like I'm on vacation.

[@zrobeast]

Rick’s been doing a show called Sweet Heat on Food 52 for a while now. I think it started not long after the BA scandal and mass exodus, so there’s a lot more Rick that you might’ve missed.

[@nanoflower1]

@@zrobeast This feels like a show that may be appealing to more people than Sweet Heat. I like Sweet Heat but it's a bit like Claire's Dessert Person show where most of what is made, as a single person, I would never make those items. While the ingredients may be a bit harder to come by for some (with Rick being in Mexico) I think this will be food that people are more likely to want to make. At least that's I what hope for the show.

[@mjf69]

Dude, this is television quality content. This could be a multi-million dollar budget foodnetwork or travel channel show. This is world class.

[@joshbublitz4657]

I was literally telling my wife that this reminds me of Anthony Bourdain no reservations show. Thoroughly enjoyed it!

[@KarmaIsABitsch]

No it's not. Literally every food show on Netflix is better filmed and has better storytelling than this.

[@asalways1504]

I agree, however signing a deal with a net work has the drawback of you not being the owner of your own show anymore.

[@rtmccormick1]

@@KarmaIsABitsch (le)terally

[@robertcharbonnet]

100% actually came to comments for this exact same thoughts. Hoping someone geeks out and mentions equipment used.

[@9LJM2]

Wow I don't know if it was intentional to not have music playing through all the shots especially when rick is walking around the markets or sitting down to eat but it actually got me emotional cause just the sounds of a functioning market and people talking in a language I don't understand was special to me a a half Filipino who can't speak tagalog but it transported me back to the markets and exploring my second home. Thankyou Rick, production team, BCU and everyone involved.

[@helper_bot]

lol! as someone who was born without the knowledge of my father's home region language i can share the pain

[@carseat2271]

bruh I want to try those marshmallows so bad. Imagine like a tropical smore? Coconut marshmallow on ginger snaps with dark chocolate and pineapple jelly??? that sounds heavenly

[@andrewzhu5394]

same

[@liqourspapi]

You makin my mouth water

[@AG-yp3ud]

I need Rick to make these asap on any of his shows, I’d 100% try it

[@dennispalit1963]

i like how the BCU is now a safe haven for former Bon Appetit employees

[@harrisonwhite107]

His channel is basically a rehabilitation center for bon appetite employees

[@williamramirez892]

@@harrisonwhite107 all fun and games until you see brad Leone or Delaney joining

[@TheSlavChef]

They deserve it!!!

[@PurtyPurple]

@@williamramirez892 DELANEY!

[@SegaForce]

We need Claire

[@palmid6069]

Really appreciate the choice of ambience over music.

[@knightofendor8384]

(Doesn’t recognize the thing) “Oh so they’re coconut marshmallows?” (Takes a whole stack)

[@BewareTheLilyOfTheValley]

Right? Brave soul, lol! But that does sound amazing.

[@TheHoundTheFox]

OBSESSED with Rick, this episode was pure magic. We can't even contain our excitement for this new series 😍

[@thedescendedangel]

Well this comment introduced me to your music. Love it.

[@Lordbugbug]

this production quality is ! *chefs kiss* this was completely engaging from the beginning i felt like i had accidentally put the travel channel on or something lol love this!

[@ah-xt2uc]

Literally the first thing I noticed hahaha

[@Arthrexx]

Yeah, it also gives an entirely different view on Mexico. One that isn't influenced by common media.

[@atomatwelveLiveOrNot]

Right? The videography is A1 Angles: perfect Color balance: perfect Every shot tells a story

[@Lordbugbug]

@@Arthrexx yeah! reminds me of chefs table in a way but without the slower pace and more of those beautiful scenic moments

[@ringosis]

It's so great that technology has gotten to the point where a couple of people and a drone can produce stuff that in the past would have taken a full production crew.

[@Incredisav]

A new addition to the BCU and one that makes me want lobster so bad

[@Revrec18]

This is definitely a strong add on to the BCU. Super excited, I wish Rick would give us more context about this dish. I was not a huge fan of the skimming over what is one of the most interesting parts, the fishing. The cooking show formula that we all know and love works and I recommend sticking to it. Also would love context of the city people culture. Keep it up, hope this continues!

[@jburrke7200]

Agreed! I'm absolutely stoked to see this new show but would appreciate it being twice as long. More details with regard to the recipes, too.

[@mysticmoba9756]

I love how this is a short movie about cultures, cuisine, local people and of all the cinematography. All the different elements in perfect harmony ❤️❤️

[@EchoDeus]

This has a Bourdain-style back alley vibe that I just love.

[@chrisoffutt8968]

The Babish version of "Parts Unknown"

[@karumschlag]

Miss that guy.

[@peachtiime]

i think Bourdain would have Loved this

[@karu6111]

oh man... what a loss

[@nerfdudematt]

I rarely comment on videos but I just have to praise how great of a start to a show this is. As a life long Anthony Bourdain fan the idea of food and traveling always excites me. I doubt that Babish will see this but I do want to give a heartfelt thank you for the years of entertainment and knowledge and for taking a risk to branch out and do new shows.

[@DarkPrincessWarrior5]

I love the quiet, peaceful, documentary style filming while just- walking through the streets and going to catch the lobster and all- it was so nice and beautiful- I love that the little break while he cooked for himself was brief and got to the point; I think I just love the personal journey going through the place, showcasing the area, the food, and the people- really just... relaxing

[@jeffneiman4635]

Incredible show, and a HUGE shoutout to the editors: The sound and audio editing are really incredibly immersive. Well done and thanks all!

[@vesh]

Babish inspires me to go and rob a lobster

[@eliya6281]

Bro...

[@jeremiahw8]

That’s pretty evil if you ask me.

[@Luciano_1776]

Robster

[@BubblewrapHighway]

Don't rob a mobster.

[@Incredisav]

ROB LOBSTER!

[@phoebesookim]

"and welcome to the BCU, buddy." YOOO why did this line give me chills!!! He's out here building an army of greats 🤩

[@dfrgnovalelapenamirar4450]

i read it like toretto saying "welcome to the family"

[@ajgeraci7699]

This was featuring Babish, not the other way around

[@okami_6]

Wdym?

[@ajgeraci7699]

@@okami_6 the entire vid was Rick Martinez, Babish just showed up at the beginning for a bit

[@okami_6]

@@ajgeraci7699 ah, thanks for the clarification, I was too dumb to understand lol

[@cobblecola]

@@ajgeraci7699 yeah I mean it is Rick's show

[@arhernan2008]

I love that he’s adopting all the BA cast 💖💖

[@rj_dr]

The production quality is insane, especially for KZbin

[@AskMiko]

Agree… raises the game ten fold!

[@davidshi451]

I love this new series! Rick Martinez is a beautiful person living a beautiful life!

[@gubivitschwob1619]

this is a beautiful comment

[@carlostalavera9030]

As a Mexican, I love the ambient of this show! The mercado just looks like the one in my town, and I'm so far from Mazatlán a whole different mexican culture and it feels so familiar yet! Come to Celaya and taste our gorditas (real gorditas!) and our pacharelas (tacos de tripitas)! Vengan y pruébenlos!

[@michaelmoore752]

I love that the BCU shows have been so different but they’re held together by the classic Babish style “neck down” shots at the countertop.

[@karinakornina]

The production of this looks insane, it’s so bright and colorful I love it

[@allanpage]

I love that Rick is now a part of the BCU. I like the new show so far.

[@haldon12]

I'll never get tired of saying this - thank you, BCU, for bringing such wonderful, approachable and fun cooking episodes. You open the channel to wonderful partners, you invite us to share your food and your stories, and I salute you. May you never want for dishes, collaborators, friends and supporters, and I look forward to the 20 year anniversary!

[@vidchatsofrandomness]

I love how real and authentic this show feels. From the food, to the camera angels, to Rick's conversational attitude when sharing the food and it's story. It's all amazing, and makes I want to go visit Mexico. Congrats BCU, you aced it!

[@CaseyCooperCC]

Rick is such a love able personality. Everything about him seams like the perfect clash of cultures that we should be seeing today. Not to mention he also has a chocolate lab so gotta love that

[@lizhall2738]

I live for Rick's beautiful Instagram stories every day, sharing glimpses of his life, and Choco, and the beautiful food he cooks. I am SO excited for this show!

[@ASoggySandal]

This is like ASMR cooking and I'm here for it

[@BasherCoon]

I love everything about this. Production quality off the charts. Can't wait to see more of this series! Babish if you keep this sort of content up you're going to build a media EMPIRE.

[@LifebyJazzieey]

This show is a breath of fresh air. I don’t think I’ve seen a show with this concept and I will definitely be tuning in.

[@Tymb19]

Man this is so comfy, I could listen to Rick for hours.

[@raymondsantiago7113]

Rick Martinez es brillante! Definitivamente me encanta éste concepto. Ojalá continúe por mucho tiempo.

[@karissaivet]

We can finally get to enjoy the amazing Rick Martinez and his enormous talent. Orgullo mexicano 🇲🇽

[@captainwannabe3891]

Mazatlan is by far the most underrated gem of Mexico and is truly a sight to see. Anyone who has been there knows exactly what I’m talking about! 🇲🇽

[@eriknodacker2262]

It's an absolutely beautiful place. I remember my short stay there fondly.

[@captainwannabe3891]

Did you go to the gold zone? Or ride in a pulmonia?

[@eriknodacker2262]

@@captainwannabe3891 Don't know about the Gold Zone but we rode in a pulmonia and visited that market (or one like it) that was shown.

[@captainwannabe3891]

@@eriknodacker2262 That’s cool. Yeah, anyone who has been there a couple of times knows the gold zone as like the touristy stretch or road and beach that isn’t over crowded or over priced, just super pretty. I love Mazatlan because it’s not a huge tourist trap like Cancun or Cabo San Lucas.

[@pgcs98]

Won’t lie it almost brought a tear to my left eye to see my moms home town in the title. Such a beautiful town

[@dylanavery8564]

I love how most of the former BA test kitchen chefs are thriving after leaving that toxic environment. You can just tell how much happier they all are.

[@td866]

When are you people going to stop moaning about BA- we are sick of it and it has been 2 years now.

[@jamirundle823]

As soon as the episode started I thought of Bourdain. The love of food and people and travel that comes through is beautiful and brought me so much joy. I look forward to seeing more of Rick.

[@15oClock]

This is a pretty chill feeling, watching this. It's a different chill from usual Babish videos, but I like it.

[@valep24]

The Parts Unknown vibes are so strong but it’s totally Rick and not a copy. I love it!!

[@rippermcguinn]

Exactly. It gave me goosebumps and made me miss Bourdain even more.

[@slavaleks9027]

I love Rick and his recipes and I’m so glad to see he has a new series here in the BCU!!!

[@ShiggityOnTheRocks]

Rick and Sohla were my two favs on BA. I'm so happy Babish sees them for how talented they really are, let alone their wonderful personalities. I look forward to watching more!

[@aaronsbestlife]

This was INCREDIBLE! The visuals, the food, the country, the host. A lot went into the production of this and it's so clear! Massive well done to everyone involved in making this

[@kdcridlpaw4852]

Love seeing Rick working with babish ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@tiffgibbs_]

I’ve always loved Rick’s passion. He really loves food and the experiences behind it. He’s so authentic and relatable and I’m glad he has a new home here. Thanks Babish, you’re a star.

[@AspLode]

I feel transported to such a transcendent extent that I could swear I feel a breeze indoors and I smell the sea even though I'm thousands of miles away.

[@milicagosic]

The camera work is done beautifully! Im really getting the gorgeous experience of Mexico! :))

[@lizzie8191]

This was honestly one of the most soothing videos I’ve watched for a while, so excited for more!

[@camillarose3072]

This is drenched in early 2000s food travel show from pbs, my childhood and a reason why I love trying new foods. The fact that this is all Ricks passion and the beautiful sights! And the sounds design is also amazing. I'm here for this!!!!

[@KeithShelley1]

The more shows Rick can have on KZbin, the better the world will be. Thanks guys!

[@sharrizzle2323]

Thank you Babish for creating a space for POC and other minority chefs!!!! I love this!

[@tabbnabber8755]

The amount of respect to this man grows everyday :)

[@mellaniemccall3290]

the production value on this alone is wonderful. also love the chill mood, ricks a great narrator

[@siriqbal]

I am so excited for this show! Rick’s recipes are flawless, but it’s his warmth and love for food and his culture that make him so wonderful to watch. Amazing first episode! Congrats BCU and Rick!

[@alexchaviramusic]

This is really amazing! As a half Mexican who speaks terrible Spanish, being able to see this beautiful portrayal of my culture really connects me in the best way possible. Thanks BCU and Rick!!!

[@itokikawomi6648]

Wow! Highly Anticipating for the upcoming episodes of this new show with Rick !

[@RockShowVideos]

I love the cinematography, the colors, the editing - really beautiful!

[@princea.7458]

I love how cooking KZbin doesn't have too much drama/beef within it. Most of the creators have crossovers with each other. It's just super wholesome.

[@jojojarsto]

I love this and I love Rick! The only thing I'm longing for is more talking/explaining from Rick during the cooking. He has an excellent way of describing the cooking process that just doesn't come through in the subtitles/text.

[@rune4543]

I love and missed Rick so much, I can't wait to watch more of this!!!!

[@spastichobo]

Thank you Rick for an amazing series, I'll be tuning in to each episode. And thank you Andrew for hosting it.

[@Terrestriellie]

This already feels like a made for TV documentary, but something about it feels less invasive, like they're not invading or visiting the space but are truly apart of it. I love the choice of sound design, where background noises are not dulled out or hidden by music while they are exploring. It truly makes you feel like you are there and when the music comes on when you are cooking it is as though your radio is on in your kitchen. Excellent job overall. Never been a fan of seafood but I want to devour this.

[@lesiamahlay]

Props to Sebastian Ortega, Director, Cinematographer, and Editor!

[@butoutify]

I’m so glad about this new show!! Ricks energy makes me feel so happy :-) 💗 I really missed watching him and what a wonderful place for him to be featured !!!

[@nibblesnbits]

The production value on this. Holy 🤩🤩🤩

[@benjiman7259]

It’s crazy how much TV quality stuff is produced on KZbin and accessible completely for free. Genuinely grateful that I have the ability to view it.

[@JimHickey209]

I am beyond excited. Anything Rick Martinez touches turns to gold.

[@hyrise9]

So happy for this new series!! Can't get enough of Rick, he's such a joy to watch!

[@thememeestfilmbuff]

Wait you can fish for fresh Lobster tacos in the sea? *I need to try it.*

[@TheSlavChef]

Just find the right bait.

[@ipissed]

A little sea sponge that lives in a pineapple makes them.

[@alanholck7995]

@@ipissed Absorbent & yellow & porous is he.

[@SkyePanther25]

Road trip time!

[@EweTubesBest]

This show is just beautiful. I love the long quiet moments. Just letting the scenery be the narrative

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

I've seen a lot of cooking shows in my day, but this is pretty much the best one possible. Almost made me cry just watching him eat the taco.

[@lilykep]

This show is so beautiful! The filming, the colors, the food! Perfection!

[@twsx]

I will never say no to more content with Rick.

[@DuyNguyen-yx2vd]

I love every time Rick is blown away by his own cooking.

[@spammusubi1607]

Just wanna say that I would totally appreciate longer episodes where we learn more about the lives of the locals and community like the fisherman or the stories behind recipes (also just more details in general)! Making it more short documentary style if that makes any sense

[@toolkit71]

Two thumbs up. once I started making lobster newberg and frying the half lobster, all dishes that are not just cold lobster are done that way. I don't use oil though, just a little clarified butter when frying the half shells. Also I cut the lobster in half from top to tail so the flavor of the tamali is also in the dish.

[@DiorDon474]

As a Mexican who has eat PLENTY OF LOBSTER TACO’S, Those are some of the best Tacos I have ever seen. I want to make those.

[@robinakhtari156]

Oh I definitely need more of this. Enjoying seeing Rick here way more than his Bon Appetit appearances. This one hit the mark for me. More, more, more please.

[@Demoulous]

Awesome to see Rick here, he is a treasure. Love watching this.

[@zxidan4711]

All clap for the GOAT Babish for blessing us with content 👏👏👏

[@erikuriarte8021]

I was actually born in Mazatlan and I'm not saying this because I from there, but it has some of the most beautiful beaches and the nicest people ever. Las isla de la piedra is the the best.

[@lennerdpowers2833]

I love how down to earth it is, just like a friend showing you all the great places to eat in their town.

[@lukethomas658]

Props to the production, this feels immediate instead of overproduced, and Rick is super engaging. Can't wait to see more!

[@jakebowden408]

babish is a legend, blessing us with content

[@Grapefruit5000]

I thought his name was binging

[@mikeoxmaul837]

I wish I had the superpower of teleportation so I wouldn’t have to pay to travel.

[@redleblanc]

I'm mexican and the video really gave me vibes from where I'm from, the friendly markets and the streets of the pueblo, even the seas and the beach from the begining. Can't wait to see what the next episodes have, I am very excited about them.

[@squ1r33]

I missed Rick so much! So great to see him again! This is seriously some travel channel / food network quality programming right here! Just one more step towards running the world Banish!!!!

[@KSAlejo]

"Give us the finest food you got stuffed with the second finest" The Simpsons, as always, predicted it.

[@davidgriffin9247]

Matt groening is a time traveler. I can't wait until we live in futurama

[@TheSlavChef]

Soooon.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

I've got a feeling the finest food will be everything we see in this series.

[@bvnbvng]

MY BOI BABISH! i remember meeting you in birmingham with my grandmother

[@heliveruscalion9124]

very cute pfp (:

[@johncarlton7289]

That is easily the best new show I've seen on KZbin in a very, very long time. Rick on BA was clearly limited in terms of what he could do. Rick free of BA could do No Reservations in Mexico, and that is a show I'd watch every single time.

[@TheCalendarfish]

I LOVE RICK AND I LOVE HOW COLOURFUL THIS EPISODE WAS. I'M SO EXCITED.

[@melckyrva22]

I love how BA was a gigantic company with dozens of chefs under their belt and Babish is literally just a guy

[@AlRoderick]

True, to an extent, even on the main show Andy does have a proper crew now. The production companies that make cable food shows and things like the bon appetit web content don't actually have that much money or manpower when you get down to it, proportionate to the amount of content a week they put out I would suspect that Babish actually has more money to spend on content than the Food Network.

[@MichaelAlthauser]

To be fair at this point he's just a guy but with over 9 million KZbin subscribers, and it would be my guess that he's earning enough via ad revenue, Patreon, and sponsorships that he can afford to hire people and make shows like Rick's happen. (All of these things are great.)

[@mikec4271]

These episodes need to be longer. Holy cow this was fantastic. Someone else said it but this is TV level production quality.. Awesome stuff.

[@BryceDearden]

As someone that doesn’t speak Spanish, Pruébalo is the most beautiful word I have learned in a long time. I love the idea and the meaning so much and am so excited for this series.

[@andrineslife]

I love Rick on Food52, seeing Rick here is amazing 🥳❤️

[@paulwagner688]

You know those coconut marshmallows are gonna be on an episode of Sweet Heat