Searching for Italian Food in MEXICO

#mexico #mexicanfood #italianfood
Searching for Italian Food in MEXICO | The Food of Hermosillo, Sonora
After hearing rumors of an unusual Italian dish becoming popular in Hermosillo, Mexico, Eva and I decided to make the short drive into Sonora to investigate. We're not sure if we'll find this mysterious delicacy, but we're sure to find some amazing Mexican food along the way!
A HUGE thank-you to Aitor Uribarri for helping us out with this one! Check out his work here vimeo.com/61848531 and follow him on Instagram @aitor_uribarri
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[@PastaGrammar]

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[@lawrencejohnson6797]

I've been to Mexico a bit and I gotta tell you, the best Italian place in Mexico is in Tijuana at a spot called Vittorio's on Revolution and Zaragoza. Owned by a Sicilian family. It's phenomenal.

[@sweeney60]

Yes more Mexico! Also I’d love to see you travel more in America. There’s a great Southwest/Italian hybrid restaurant in Santa Fe called Rooftop Pizzeria that serves pizza on a blue cornmeal crust. I will be your guide if you’re willing to come to Oregon. We are the hazelnut capital of the world which I’m sure would be fun for Eva since our hazelnuts are used to make Nutella.

[@jfergs.3302]

I tried the link to check it out. Just got an error message, page not found

[@PastaGrammar]

@jfergs www.pastagrammar.com/italian-tours

[@jfergs.3302]

@@PastaGrammar Cheers for that

[@yourmediterraneanbeauty9794]

As a Mexican Italian I appreciate this video 🤗 both cultures have such rich cuisines

[@laurapavone3513]

You must be a very good cook yourself , I bet.💚

[@ragazzotexano]

Do you watch De Mi Rancho a Tu Cocina? I LOVE Doña Angela!!

[@luissorsini]

I've just realized that I've never seen Mexican restaurants outside the big cities, here in Italy. I always watch videos with all those amazing tacos and different meats, but it never occurred to me that Italy lacks places where you can enjoy Mexican food.

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

I can’t see any Italian in you - only Mexican (if that photo is you).

[@cosettapessa6417]

@@luissorsini same.

[@vincenzosplate]

That must have been a fun experience. Wish I was there. More videos from Mexico

[@PastaGrammar]

Come! Join us!

[@iseytheteethsnake6290]

@@PastaGrammar yes come! Experience the original tomato sauces! The people who invented and created the beloved tomatoes!

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

@@iseytheteethsnake6290 🙄

[@iseytheteethsnake6290]

@@anti-ethniccleansing465 que?

[@usagi18]

You're very welcome to visit Hermosillo Vincenzo!! You have a local fan here too!!!

[@XMarkxyz]

By watching this, being Italian, i must say that Mexico feels a bit like Italy, much closer than the US for sure, just look at that market

[@sunnyday173]

Except for exposing religious icons in a supermarket. Also the market itself it's not even similar to our market..

[@Savatore83]

@@sunnyday173 the markets are quite the same you can find in spain cities

[@juanantoniomoreno3409]

Yup!

[@juanantoniomoreno3409]

@@sunnyday173 I don't know what you are talking about. Saints and Virgins are famous both in Italy, Mexico and all throught out Larin America.

[@sunnyday173]

@@juanantoniomoreno3409 Juan, I'm Italian, and I've never seen Virgin icons exposed in a supermarket. You can find it only in a church, in Italia.

[@GoTocco]

Playa Del Carmen, Mexico has a section called little Italy. It’s full of Italians and great Italian food.

[@ragazzotexano]

A friend of mine from Milan said she recognized a guy there who had been a bouncer from a club she used to go to when she was still a student at Politecnico.

[@stevethomasmanagementinc.4861]

Best Italian food in Mexico. So many Italians in PDC.

[@GoTocco]

@@stevethomasmanagementinc.4861 La Vida Dulce is one of my favorites. Fresh made pasta, great wine selection and atmosphere. 2 plates with appetizer and wine was $25 usd last time I ate there a couple months ago.

[@naranjorm1277]

Guys, be aware that just like in Italy, food from central and southern Mexico is completely different from what you had there. Hope you can go and try it sometime!

[@TheCatWitch63]

I’m very familiar with central and southern Mexican cuisine, and I love it! I wish I could go back to Mexico an enjoy its mixiotes, pastes, guajolotes, tamales, moles and tacos de barbacoa or huitlacoche and so many other delicious dishes. My mouth is watering from the memories. I have never had the pleasure to eat northern Mexico’s authentic cuisine, though. What a pity.

[@ZakhadWOW]

yEp the desert cuulture of Northern Mexico creates vastly different cultural elements, including cuisine. go comapre the geographic dimensions of Mexico to Europe sometime >.< Tijuana to Cancun is a MIND-BLOWING distance: Dublin to ANkara.. I AM NOT JOKING. North to South extremes are as far apart as Edinburgh, Scotland and Izmir, Turkey

[@farrex0]

I gotta say tho, as a Mexican that has traveled all around Mexico, Sonora is a very good place to have food. Los Burritos Percherones are easily one of the best things I have ever eaten. But, to experience the variety of Mexican cuisine all across the country, is something everyone has to try if they have the means to do so.

[@ZakhadWOW]

@@farrex0 RIck Bayless has done a stunnign job of focusiong on regional Mexican cuisine; he's the one who showed me that Yucatecans are obsessed with Habanero peppers LOL

[@arceonena12]

I love this! My Nana is from Sonora and my Tata (Nonno) was from Naples. I feel beyond blessed having the two best cultures and the two best foods in the world. I was nervous to see what Eva would have to say cause she’s a tough one to please but so happy our food got her approval! Love you guys!

[@Vegetarianbull]

Also in korean grandma is called nona

[@josemmz]

I am not Mexican, but I am glad that you guys showed some of the real stuff to the world and not tex-mex dishes the world think are Mexican when they're not.

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

I’d rather have Tex-Mex lol. This video made me sick to my stomach. Brains, eyeballs, etc. I wasn’t sure if they were visiting a Haunted House, or a foreign country.

[@tzazarizona2676]

Tex Mex is what it 's name implies not meant to be a substitute for Mexican cuisine.

[@ricodelavega4511]

well, in reality they are closer to mexican cities than other US cities, they should go there all the time. Las vegas doesnt count as a city

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

@@ricodelavega4511 Las Vegas doesn’t count as a city? Lol, what??

[@flashdy]

The "real" Tex Mex is the food eaten by the Tejanos in Texas, and it has a long, traditional history. Unfortunately what most people think of as Tex Mex is a a version of that food that has been commercialized and marketed around the country. Kinda like assuming all pizza is. Domino's.- Domino's pizza might hit the spot sometimes, but it's not the same as the food it came from!

[@mrn13]

Great episode! Why not go to Argentina in the future? A lot of local Italian food to try. Probably the most outside of Italy!

[@ash2lar]

Are you looking for njuda?

[@lizhutchinson6978]

The Italian food is mostly horrible in Argentina, worse than the US. But there's good milanesa. Just don't eat the cheese. You'd think Argentina would have good cheese because they have great beef...but no.

[@ZakhadWOW]

do you have ANY IDEA how expensive/difficult it is to go all the way to Argentina? It is simple to get to Italy by comparison

[@angelamerola8167]

@@lizhutchinson6978 you're right! I visited Argentina and Uruguay, a lot of cows there but they're not good at making cheese, they are focused on beef and don't forget the cows live free en las pampas!

[@mariaelisera]

@@lizhutchinson6978you might be right with the cheese. We dont have great selection and it's quite expensive for us. The Italian immigration was huge and left great food heritage. We cook everyday Italian dishes so we know how to cook it. At least we don't put cream in carbonara!!

[@TheCatWitch63]

The “milanesa” cut has become so intrinsic in many Latin American cultures that we have forgotten its Italian origin. Argentinian and even Mexican “milanesa” are more known to us than the original dish from Milan. By the way, next time you’re in Mexico, you should try the “torta de milanesa”, too. And if you ever travel to central Mexico, try a “paste” from Pachuca. You will love them! I could also recommend a lot of more traditional and ethnically authentic Mexican dishes, like tacos de huitlacoche and mixiotes. You certainly must try those, along with a good mole and chiles rellenos.

[@bebaBad]

I think they will love mole and Chile reyenos. Mexican food is so much more than beans, rice and spicy food.

[@gregoryschmidt1233]

They can just go to Cafe Poca Cosa in Tucson! ;)

[@bebaBad]

@@gregoryschmidt1233 unfortunately it closed due to the pandemic shut downs and such. I loved that restaurant. The small lunch area remains open.

[@johnpetry5321]

@@gregoryschmidt1233- is El Nidoto still open. I used to go there with my grandparents back in the 1970s. I loved the place. I was last there in the 1990s.

[@johnpetry5321]

Tacos de huitlacoche are amazing. Every year during the Fiesta de la Virgen de Guadalupe, there is a taco stand that opens up down the street from me near where the pilgrims walk by headed towards the church. They sell tacos al pastor and tacos de huitlacoche. I love taking visitors from the US down there and buying them the tacos de huitlacoche. Then I tell them what it is. I have never met a person who did not love them.

[@Why-cy1hc]

This is why I love watching you guys, Latinos and Italians have a lot in common and we are very different at the same time

[@augiehuerta5843]

Italians are Latin. Hello?

[@Hervinbalfour]

Latino is a broad term only connected because of the Spanish language connection. Puerto Ricans and Cubans are also considered "Latino" but each culture is very distinct. This is Mexican culture.

[@ilarya8463]

Latino ppl are called in this way bcs our languagevall came from Latin...so italia, spanish, french, pourtuguese,romanian...

[@Hervinbalfour]

@@ilarya8463 yes I totally agree. However, when you are talking about Latin/Latino culture each is distinctly different. Sure, there are overlaps in similarities but Mexicans are really Indiginous Indian people who only speak a Latin-based language due to forced colonization.

[@ilarya8463]

@@Hervinbalfour yes of course. In Europe too italian culture is different from French one for example. I was just talking about the word "latino"

[@stephaniejaniczekssmugglerscan]

I knew when your friend specified what the dish was you’d find it! I think an interesting video would be to see if Eva could fuse a Mexican dish with Italian.

[@chuckcatlin28]

I have always wanted to see what Eva could do with tomatillos.

[@MichaelBrooksmsb400]

Like a Mexican Style Lasagne

[@avonlave]

I think Mexican food is the only thing that can take Eva's mind off Italian food, if only momentarily. So y'all chose a good spot in the US to make home! I was recently in Tucson and I must recommend Tacos Apson. Easily top 5 taco places I've ever had and I've had a LOT.

[@anta3612]

It's interesting that the moment "Milanesa" was said the locals knew exactly what you were talking about (I love how they smiled and were in agreement that it's delicious). I'm guessing they didn't know it's Italian also because when "Italian dish" was mentioned they said "spaghetti?". Most people tend to automatically associate Italian food with pasta (it's what we're most famous for) but our cuisine is has so much more to offer.

[@Hallo-sz6hk]

i dont know anyone who associates spaghetti with italy, its rather pizza and calzones

[@anta3612]

@@Hallo-sz6hk That's a first!

[@JinHee20]

When they zoomed on the oven, I knew Eva would want an oven like that 🤣🤣

[@LarryStrawson]

me too and thousands of other cooks around the world 🙂

[@dragontantra]

Yes, a lot of Italians migrated to Mexico and South America during the 1800s. I'm Mexican American, but my distinction is that I have roots from Spain and Italy on my dad's side.

[@OsakaJoe01]

Wow. I enjoyed seeing you guys in Hermosillo, Mexico. I've always thought that Mexico and Italy were long-lost siblings, and after watching Eva enjoy all that food, I've got to say my suspicions have been confirmed. I'm so glad Eva enjoyed the Milanesa! A sister food between Italy and Mexico, and hopefully there's more. Excellent video! Keep 'em coming, guys!

[@tizioincognito5731]

Of course she enjoyed the cotoletta alla milanese. It is a traditional Italian dish.

[@ZakhadWOW]

I think this holds true far more in terms of the simple cuisines (aka Peasant Food), Italy outside the urban centers can be quite differnt: Eva's hometown/region a good example.. There arent any large cities in Calabria: Reggion, Catanzaro and Crotone would be mediaum sized at beast

[@usagi18]

@@ZakhadWOW well, there's a reason for that, Spaniards were not welcomed with arms wide open by the Sonoran natives. Only Italian missionaries could make a connection with them, and taught them agriculture, livestock, make bread etc. Our most beloved historic figure is Francesco Kino, whose tomb is a very visited spot in Magdalena, Sonora. Actually out most beloved cheese (from Imuris) tastes just the same as a great burrata, and you can get some amazing grapes for wine here... and we're loud as hell. So yeah... Sonora is Italy's love child.

[@ragazzotexano]

I’m so jealous. I haven’t been to México (or Italia) since before the pandemic. I’m dying to go back to both. Since I live in Houston, I do have access to amazing Mexican food (I’m currently on the hunt for a good tlayuda - a grandissimo taco from Oaxaca), but nothing beats going to the source. A couple of things: - If I was in México near Texas and was looking for something sweet for breakfast, I’d probably go for pan dulce (despite the name it’s not TOO sweet) or an empanada. Calabaza (pumpkin) or camote (sweet potato) are my favorite kinds of empanadas. Churros and chocolate is also always a good way to start the day. - FYI: if it’s the same as in Tamaulipas, Nuevo León, Coahuila, or Chihuahua, the machaca is actually a dried beef. - I took a friend of mine from Monterrey to the Salone del Mobile in Milano a few years ago. It was his first trip to Italy. I swear, he ordered cotoletta something like 6 times because he wanted to try Milanesa from the source. - You need to figure out how to pair up with De Mi Rancho a Tu Cocina for a México meets Italia (Calabria?) video! If you haven’t already subscribed to her channel, look it up! Doña Angela is adorable! She’s not afraid of chiles! It would be awesome to see her and Eva cooking together!

[@rosacortes5074]

Great information! Thank you. My parents from Puerto Rico, we call Machaca "Carné Norte".

[@laurapavone3513]

Great suggestions, I'd love that

[@lenalyles2712]

We live in the Valley and Mexico is 10 miles away. Unfortunately the cartel is to active right now, but we have several true Mexican food places.

[@ragazzotexano]

@@lenalyles2712 Where in the Valley? My family is from Mercedes. Solis Rd just east of Mercedes is named after our family. It goes right by the family cemetery. I haven’t crossed over in years because of the cartels. I go down to the Valley every couple years with my aunts/uncles/cousins etc., but we never cross anymore. We stopped when we started seeing tanks on street corners. As a kid I used to love going over. We always used to go to Arturo’s in Progreso, the Drive Inn in Matamoros, or La Cucaracha in Reynosa. We’d also get cabrito al pastor. I miss it. BTW: Is there a good place to get cabrito on this side of the border? We’ve tried a few places, but they were mostly meh.

[@verosdes]

OMG yesssss. Eva, Harper and Doña Angela 🤍

[@linda7726]

Thanks for bringing us along on your exciting adventure❣️

[@robertfaulkner9105]

I’ve had Argentine milanesa-delicious. The burros look insane, instantly started salivating. “Moisty,” I love it 😍, current favorite Eva-ism. I miss my Mexican food 🌯.

[@leannewilson7184]

Mine too. Moisty… mmmm.

[@francomuscellini1744]

Argentine milanesa is the best

[@mafiweasley]

The argentinian food is very italian, the 60% of our population is decendant from Italians.

[@onocoffee]

That looks great. Reminds me of the Cotoletto I had at Taglio in Milan. Milanesa is widely popular in Mexico, especially central Mexico and in the form of a Torta - a sandwich. As you guys were asking people about an "Italian Dish," I was thinking whatever it is, most people probably don't know the origin of a dish. Great video!!

[@AgenteET786]

*cotoletta, milanese

[@gonzoducks8]

I kept trying to think what the hell were they looking for that's Italian in Mexico. My mom made Milanesa for me growing up so to me it was always Mexican until 10-15 years ago 😄

[@PastaGrammar]

😂😂😂😂

[@12345shushi]

​@@PastaGrammar You guys should definitely check out Chipilo Puebla in Mexico, it is the largest Italian enclave in the heart of Mexico and has unique fusion artisanal gastronomy of both cultures, and I'm pretty sure you guys will like!

[@SabiaCDO]

Eva approved every thing she tasted in Mexico. That is high praise.

[@laurapavone3513]

Mexico has got high cucine 🌽and very good Ingredients ♥️

[@richarddick1980]

That’s called “manners” and “etiquette”

[@juanantoniomoreno3409]

@@laurapavone3513 the real thing in Mexico are not milanesas but the stews and in the slow cooking dishes such as Mole, Pipián, Seafood, Barbacoa and Cochinita Pibil. They need to try all those so they understand Mexican dishes and its amount of layers.

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

A lot of it felt more like being polite to not offend anyone than it was actual adoration of the food.

[@maesre1162]

There’s slow food and there’s fast food , come on. Any Norteño would disagree with you. Carne asada is not slow, we”re not slow!

[@eleanorroberts1886]

I've always wondered how Milanesa wound up in Mexico, you can find Milanesa in practically all Mexican market meat counters. You buy a kilo, take it home & fry it up, easy, peasy, quick dinner (after you have already made Spanish rice & beans)

[@juanantoniomoreno3409]

Cachopo in Spain is very similar and they brought that here.

[@rayromano1446]

@@juanantoniomoreno3409 So why is it called milanesa in Mexico?

[@BenoitXVIII]

But what is "Milanesa" ? The word doesn't even exist in italian.

[@rafaelsemx]

@@BenoitXVIII it spanish for Milan's style, the full name is "carne a la milanesa" or Milan's style steak

[@BenoitXVIII]

@@rafaelsemx ok

[@danielphendarko2651]

Wonderful video as always!

[@matiasginestet]

Hey, guys! Here, in Argentina, Milanesa is one of the most popular and traditional dishes. I'm sure that, if you can find some argentine restaurant in US, you can try it there. Iwatch your channel despite the fact that i'm vegan. I love cooking and I learn a lot from Eva's technics. I love the background information about the beautiful italian dishes. A big part of my country and their people has an italian past... so, we speak very similarly, our gestures are pretty much the same as yours and a big chunck of our culture is influenced by Italy, Spain and other Europe countries. Hope you can find this helpful in some way! Bye!

[@bobon123]

Soy Italiano, y a pesar de que vivì en españa para dos años entiendo mejor el español de los argentinos que los españoles!

[@DiMacky24]

I did not realise milanesa was rare. It's all over the place in Dallas, typically served inside tortas.

[@oceanside88]

Argentine restaurants around Cancun also.

[@stefan6412]

You should do more food tours beside Evas delicious cooking. The American southwest has many delicious foods to explore! Love the tour!

[@owudynasty]

Another Interesting Edition, different and nice. Bless

[@laurakohn5238]

Harper, Eva thank you so much for this video. Loved it! So fun and informative. Thank you as always for your postings 🙂👍🏻

As Argentinan/Italian myself i had the same reaction these mexicans had, and i know very well Milanesas con papa fritas since, in Argentina are a national treasure, and here in Italy, well is it's birthplace. I believe the reason is that this dish is so diffused (and beloved) in latin america that no one thinks of it as an italian plate anymore!

[@joecutro7318]

Living in the western US for most of my adult life, I have grown to love and appreciate good Mexican food. Some of the best comes from food trucks here in Seattle metro. Los burros made with homemade tortillas and slow cooked beans and meats, fresh avocado and lime are to die for. 😋 Stiff competition for my family's Italian recipes. Good episode, like the variety. Nice that you had Itor there to manage the language! Is that short for Editor? 🤔☺️ Thanks as always for quality fun content. 🇲🇽❤🇺🇸❤🇮🇹

[@leeraewi]

The first time I went to Seattle (in 2000/01) was the first time I tasted mole, at a restaurant slightly in the suburbs. It tasted good to me and must have been actually very good, as we ran into Bill Gates with his wife and a member of Soundgarden!

[@vegetachiva]

So glad you came to Mexico guys! I trully love your work! 🔥

[@danielavargas47]

Hi guys! I found your videos a couple of weeks ago and I absolutely love your content!! I am Mexican and a foodie just like you! I have huge love for Italian cuisine and the culture. Thanks to you I am learning a lot! I am so happy that you enjoy Mexican food :)

[@kurentbellsringing4306]

Harper , get her that oven for Christmas. Order it now 🤓

[@dreimermusic1]

I, too, am Mexcian Italian and I absolutely LOVED this episode. Haven't visited Mexico in years so this was a true delight! Grazie tanto and greetings from Texas! P.S, if you're ever in San Antonio, I'll show you the real Mexican and Italian joints. :)

[@travelingon7458]

Interesting to see you have someone to film you both. Loved this episode!

[@Costax96]

Despite being Italian, I think this channel is one of the best as regards Italian recipes, because many of them are not even so well known by Italians. I also like them for their honesty and enormous preparation and knowledge for each dish they bring, so as not to have doubts about the dish, not even for Italians. Really well done. You are bringing true Italian cuisine in the most complete and coherent way possible. Furthermore, not only the most famous dishes but also the dishes that Italians eat every day. Nonostante sia italiano penso che questo canale sia uno dei migliori per quanto riguarda le ricette italiane, perché molte di esse non sono neanche così conosciute dagli italiani. Inoltre mi piace per la loro onestà ed enorme preparazione e conoscenza per ogni piatto che portano, così da non avere dubbi sul piatto, neanche per gli italiani. Davvero complimenti. State portando la vera cucina italiana nella maniera più completa e coerente possibile. Inoltre non solo i piatti più blasonati ma anche i piatti che gli italiani mangiano tutti i giorni.

[@PastaGrammar]

Grazie mille! ♥️

[@juliuszcaesar7866]

I love it!!! :D

[@patriciopincheira3552]

You could visit countries like Argentina (more italian) , Peru (more asian) and Chile (more german) that are countries with pretty good cuisines.

[@iseytheteethsnake6290]

Peru is more native. Potato land!

[@patriciopincheira3552]

@@iseytheteethsnake6290 yea its true

[@avaloncarr5429]

Sublime food in Peru. I loved every meal

[@leeraewi]

My understanding is that Peruvian food is out of this world. The only place that I have been in South America is Ecuador and there was a lot of exceptional food. The variety of produce available was truly mind-blowing, particularly in terms of varieties of tomatoes and corn, and there were a lot of different cultures and cuisines throughout the country. However, at the fanciest restaurant we went to, there was a chef's button baked into my bread!! The server was fuming when I told him. However, it was probably an auspicious sign that I would live a very blessed life, haha. My favourite Mexican food is probably the CMDX special, Tacos Al Pastor - of course, another example of cultural fusion.

[@MichaelandJustin]

What a fun video. We love when you guys travel, and show places. So much fun.

[@inocenciotensygarcia1012]

I loved this video. It was so much fun to watch. Thank you

[@meercatt]

I like to eat them with a squeeze of lemon on top. I learned about them from my Argentine friends, who are also of Italian descent. 😋

[@irakopilow9223]

So, basically, this milanesa is like a really thin chicken fried steak or a schnitzel? Loved the show and would welcome future shows where you travel in search of x y z.

[@sweetchavacano2]

or beef, and breaded

[@anaz5918]

The original version is made out veal but many people in Mexico prefer the chicken follow by beef and then pork.

[@grod805]

I love these travel videos you guys do.

[@tshampoo7762]

I loved this episode. Just wonderful.

[@danieltag]

Guys, here in Argentina we eat milanesas all the time!

[@libiabrenda3148]

Jajajajajaja ¡milanesa! It is funny, because across almost all Mexico, milanesas are something VERY COMMON, and almost nobody is aware of the fact that it's origin is italian. It has become an staple in medium-quality-cheap food (sometimes w/better results than others). You can find it with a side salad, with fries and also with mash potatoes. But if it is good, usually is like that that you find: thin, large and made out of veal. Glad you find real sonorense and delicious food! 💖 Come to Ciudad de México and I can be your guide. 🙂✨

[@Keichan2501]

I like these type of travel food videos. I would like to see a little bit more of these type of videos. But I also love your Italian recipe videos. Keep up the good work guys.

[@natividad7147]

Muchas gracias you two! My parents are there now visiting mí familia and I’m missing them. Thanks for sharing and offering a window of sorts to see and feel that nostalgia of places I’ve visited since childhood and the nummies too! Been watching since the beginning and going strong!

[@stankmcdankton6204]

You may have better luck finding Italian foods heading into the Spanish Caribbean ( Cuba, Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico). Puerto Ricans have their own version of sofrito they cook with in many dishes ( It's not carrots and celery though ).

[@rosacortes5074]

Onions, Sweet Peppers, Garlic, Culantro, Cilantro, Oregano!

[@cheryldimanno1314]

I love starting my Sunday morning watching your videos. While I am having my bowl of oatmeal and fruit of course the , the brains and eyeballs not for me. While my husband snores peacefully and loud I am starting my spinach and potato bread for today. My dough is ok but not rising as good as sometimes. I like the italian dish but love seeing the two of you. Love you both.

[@laurapavone3513]

Lovely 💐

[@Migo.ramirez]

I love this!!! I'm Mexican Italian so, this is ¡perfecto! I'm super happy you liked the food, it feels like you're personally thanking me through my culture. Muchas gracias❤

[@Darkrai4294]

I was laughing pretty hard seeing you guys eat and having the restaurant music in the background. That’s definitely home. Buen provecho!

[@zenbear4149]

Milanese is pretty common in Mexican restaurants in the USA, at least in the west and southwest.

[@pw2883]

Brains!!! Eyeballs!!! Those are too challenging even for an adventurous eater like myself. You should have tried Taco de Cabeza (“head”) (cheeks and jowls) - my favorite - for deliciousness and tenderness. Congratulations on producing another professional quality video.

[@eleanorroberts1886]

Unlike America, NOTHING is wasted in Mexico (and other countries, I'm sure), everything but the "oink" is used & savored. Myself, I love Tripe in Menudo. Probably Eva does, too

[@PastaGrammar]

Yes, Eva does! 😂

[@marlomagallanes6144]

Great video!

[@christianhansen3292]

all the puzzled faces when u asked about ITaLian Specialty shop was hilarious.

[@PastaGrammar]

😂😂😂

[@annachern6976]

mexico tour pls!

[@rafous182]

In Brazil, or at least in the region where I’m from, we also have Milanesa! We call Milanesa any beef that is breaded and fried, like Frango à Milanesa (Chicken Milanesa). You guys should come here, in São Paulo there’s a big italian community!

[@perlacohen1166]

OMG, I can't believe you visited my hometown, what a great video! 😱😍

[@Caranora]

That's great that you took a trip and tasted some local Mexican food. At many of the authentic places here where I am they also serve milanesa, its wonderful!

[@coladordevictoria]

You are like an spanish joke "an american, an italian and a spaniard..." ask Aitor about that, He must know what I mean hahahaha Btw, I loved Eva "Its meat Harper, its full of protein..." I really cant believe how we, spaniards and italians are so similar!!!!! We can eat whatever part of pork, beef or chicken and call it "just meat". PD: Greets from Spain, as always :)

[@pablovargas7078]

My grandmother came from a small town in italy called Padula, she was a very kind person, sadly she passed away in 2020 she lived in Chihuahua Mexico all her life, and she did retuned for vacation to italy a couple of times.

[@laurapavone3513]

This is very interesting, I'm sure she was happy in Messico.💐

[@dieguito60203]

Finally! I’m so happy to see you enjoying Mexico and Mexican food. There are a lot of places and dishes to explore but I grinned the moment Milanesa appeared in the video, is the only thing I used to eat as a kid.

[@carreyperea2201]

you went to one of my favorite places in Mexico, thank you!!

[@uncledave8857]

Reminds me of the tenderloin sandwiches in Iowa. They are as big as a dinner plate but they are served on a normal size hamburger bun.

[@lenalyles2712]

It's very close to the same, the breading is different is the only thing.

[@martecoronel]

You guys should, whenever you're able to, plan a trip to Argentina. I'm sure Eva will feel at home here ♥

[@PastaGrammar]

She would love to go!

[@iseytheteethsnake6290]

@@PastaGrammar come to south Mexico.

[@GoatBoat22]

With the inflación your country has I would never want to go hambretina 😂😂😂

[@theclownofclowns]

really enjoyed this, you guys should do more travel vlogging!

[@EnriqueGarcia-tc6uy]

You guys are fun. :)

[@rhythmkeeper]

Does that mean you will be showing us how to make milanesa? 😁

[@skeptigal8899]

Ask your Spanish friend about “Cachopo,” the specialty of Oviedo, Spain. It’s a Milanesa type dish that is to die for.

[@grod805]

A piece of paper has more personality than the Spanish friend

[@ernestshackelton6278]

Why yes, I did enjoy your visit to Hermosillo!

[@patty_la]

I'm from Hermosillo and I loved the video! I also didn't know the dish come from Milan, but now it's super obvious and i'll tell everyone. I'm very happy when people came to my little city and show to the world part of it.

[@nicolelasher]

Here in Israel, the big tortilla cooked on a convex pan is known as Druze pita, and the pan is a tabun. It is made all up and down this side of the world all the way from Turkey to Ghana though. The recipes can vary from family to family. Everybody has their perfect mix, but I would do with a higher than average protein flour like bread or pasta flour, or semolina flour if you have some time. It can take years to get one's flip just right, but I have seen talented young people of all genders who have mastered it. One needs to have the touch. I do not, so I buy Druze pita from the experts.

[@jayjaysss]

Its not druze pita. Its called markouk and its lebanese/palestinian and sure as hell not israeli.Lebanese immigrants brought it to latin america.

[@1ACL]

She said "It is made all up and down this side of the world all the way from Turkey to Ghana". Wtf u need to fight about a bread is crazy

[@Goldenskies__]

@@1ACL Yeah, This time I agree. The Israeli woman clearly said It's not something that you can only find in Israel. She probably doesn't know who Druze are. Pretty sure Lebanese and Syrian Druze have the same recipe.

[@efolinsky]

@@jayjaysss they said “here in Israel it’s called Druze pita” not that it is only Israeli or that that’s the only name

[@hickertk]

Go to Chipilo Puebla. This town is founded by Venetians that came to Mexico before Italy was a Republic. They speak Venetian and have great food there.

[@bebaBad]

Yes! Puebla has one of the most amazing cuisine in Mexico, much better than Sonora.

[@GoatBoat22]

@@bebaBad yet is the best state with the best meat who distributes it to all the Mexicans states thank to us you eat meat Sonora the daddy of poverty stricken Puebla 😂😂😂

[@lambrospappas578]

This looks so good! Funny thing was I was pleasantly surprised by restaurants in Mexico making authentic dishes of other cuisines that I couldn't find where I lived.

[@cueballrobbie2237]

I loved this episode. The best way to learn about culture is through food. Eva loved every bite. More content like this please.

[@gonzoducks8]

You did a good job identifying many things, but you missed one thing. The giant flour tortillas are called sobaqueras. They're originally from Sonora.

[@bebaBad]

They're called sobaqueras because they touch our arm pits when we are flipping them back and forth lol 😆 I love our sense of humor

[@chihuahuasrule1175]

They look delicious and make me want to travel to Sonora to try them out.

[@aleibami]

The lady is right, their actual name is "tortillas grandes" or "tortillas de agua". Apparently, sometime in the 50s, one big star from Ciudad de Mexico came to make a show about the city, saw - yes - it reaches the armpit when flipped, and gave them that mock name. The show aired and everybody loved the joke, and now we all know them like that, but some of the older folks are still pissed about that and will tell you this story everytime somebody dares to call them "sobaqueras".

[@RayYescas]

The name sobaqueras is not regionally correct and some find it offensive. It was popularized by Raúl Velasco in an episode of his popular show Siempre en Domingo. Proponents of conserving traditions and names will always refer to them as 'de agua' or 'grandes'.

[@bebaBad]

@@RayYescas I’m Mexican born in Mexico City, I have family in Sonora, Sinaloa, Guadalajara, Toluca, Mexico City and I have never heard of anyone being offended because a freaking tortilla is called sobaqueara. That’s probably one of the most ridiculous things I have heard. I will make sure to share this news with my family while we eat a sobaquera and have a good laugh. FYI Siempre en Domingo is one of the most beloved shows we had and that man can do no wrong.

[@thisisdak]

In Germany, we have something very identical to the Milanese. It's called Wiener Schnitzel and originates from Vienna, Austria. You serve it with french fries as well

[@thomasstigari4827]

Probably the wiener Schnitzel's recipe was adopted in Milan under the Austrian rule. Some discussion about but it's the most solid theory

[@rosamariaietto3139]

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[@ewwitsantonio]

Aw this is awesome!! I've got family in southern italy, i'm an american, and i LOVE mexico and am trying to learn spanish, so this is like the best content for me!! Haha i love how confused everyone is when asking about the local italian food.

[@EdgarCarlosDuarteAguilar]

Chicharrones (pork rinds).

[@cosettapessa6417]

It’s such a pity that in Italy we don’t have a lot of mexican restaurants 😭

[@LacosteBlanc]

Im sure there would be good tomatos for the fire roasted salsa 😁

[@clanausse]

What a fun episode!!

[@Tommyov]

Oh wow Milanesa's are so common to get in mexican restaurants around where I am from. Milanesa for us is like breaded chicken or steak. I would suggest looking or asking for a torta (sandwich made with portuguese rolls preferred). Torta de milanesa de pollo - chicken sandwich basically. Torta de milanesa de rez - beef sandwich. Homemade tortas de milanesa often come with mayo, lettuce, queso de hebra (oaxaca cheese), onions/dill pickles optional, and tomatoes. It's a really nice sandwich to eat at home! Love you guys, thanks for introducing me to a ton of italian foods and culture. There are many nice mexican foods to try. I am curious if you guys would try pozole in mexico as that is traditional over there. I also recommend trying sopes, picaditas, tamales, alambres. Nice drinks to try are agua de jamaica, horchata, ponche. Atole is a nice sort of hot chocalate like drink. And many places in Mexico sell good fine tequilas. I would also be interested in your guys take of the spaghetti a la mexicana.

I would say you can find Milanesa all around latinamerica. At least the one served in Colombia is pretty similar to the one you find at Milano. Good vid guys! Keep it on!

[@ragazzotexano]

I took a friend of mine from Monterrey to Milan a few years ago. He had never been to Italy. He ordered Milanesa like 6 times while we were there since it was “the source.”

[@cosettapessa6417]

@@ragazzotexano loool

[@kswindl]

My guess: is it Milanesa???

[@kswindl]

Nice. I've lived in southern California my whole life, and I only just heard about/tried Milanesa for the first time a month or so ago. I had a Milanesa torta. It was amazing.

[@selfscience]

Your love and respect for food are appreciated.

[@lavenderbee3611]

Enjoy your time exploring Mexico and the fabulous food they have to offer. I live in Los Angeles, Milanesa is served in all the Mexican torta shops so I'm guessing it's been adopted. The size of those burritos or burros was jaw dropping, wow!.

[@Shaun-Vargas]

Así que 100% de la comida mexicana es mejor que cualquier otro lugar en el mundo? gracias ya entiendo....

[@GoatBoat22]

Yes we are the daddy of Latin America cusine consider UNESCO patrimono de la humanidiad 🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@MelvisVelour]

I wonder if the Austrians brought it with them as Schnitzel before the Risorgimento? The other surprising cuisine in Mexico is Arabic food with the massive influx of Lebanese in the early part of the 20th century.

[@rosacortes5074]

Very interesting!

[@gonzoducks8]

It's possible as many Germanic people did migrate to Mexico. Queso Menonita also called queso Chihuahua was influenced by the German mennonites that came to Mexico.

[@laurapavone3513]

This is an insight 🌹

[@marcone1783]

I think Milanesa came to Mexico from Argentina and South America where many Italians migrated. Between Austria and Italy there is a dispute over who invented this dish. There are documents in Milan that speak of a similar dish as early as 1148, so long before the Austrian domination of Milan. But there is nothing certain and there are some small differences between the Milanese cutlet and the wiener schnitzel.

[@margaritabetancourt1167]

Great videos ❤❤❤

[@ShamyStellariz27]

OMG!! I am crying and screaming almost at the same time, to see my State being represented by you two is beyond my mind right now, THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH for giving some good exposition of the northen mexican gastronomy and my State. Actually not only on Sonora is very common "La milanesa" is actually in the whole country, Mexico stands out for having multiple preparations with this dish. You forgot to try the most famous dishes from Hermosillo, Sonora "La carne asada" (Beef) and "Burro percheron" (a big ass burrito that will blow your mind) I hope you can do another tour and try those. Grazie mille, che video meraviglioso e spero che entrambi possiate tornare in Messico per godervi la sua gastronomia, in questo caso quella meridionale. (I HOPE I WROTE THAT CORRECTLY)

[@jameshobbs]

milanesa is popular all over Mexico. (don't pronounce the H in Hermosillo... or just about any word in Spanish)

[@Taco.Bell.regrets.at.midnight]

Isn’t it properly pronounced like Ehr-moh-suh and you kinda roll the r? Lol

[@gonzoducks8]

No-no-no and hell no. There is no double R to roll it. Si is just si, doesnt change to such. The double L in Spanish is a Y sound.

[@jameshobbs]

air-moh-SEE-yo

[@alfredthaqi6566]

Or as calld in switzerland, Wienerschnitzel

[@chihuahuasrule1175]

I loved this episode and watching yo three eat Mexican dishes alongside the Italian specialty. Please do more!

[@montsecatgzz7532]

Love you guys!!! Bienvenidos a México 🥰🥰🥰🥰♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@MrPickledede]

I was so depressed as I am in quarentine sick with Covid and your amazing videos lifted my spirits!

[@tonydefuria2280]

I love this video! My father is from Napoli, italia and my mom from Mexico, food is such a big thing for us. FORZA ITALIA AND VIVA MEXICO 💙

[@atha1ia454]

Ahhh so cool you are on a road trip - and how interesting there's an Mexican Italian dish to find, can't even begin to guess what it will be, will just have to watch and see :D

[@zontzooit2415]

ive been waiitng for this vdieo for a whileee