Mexican Fiesta with Peter KuruvitaS1 Ep7

Mexico is one of the most successfully multicultural countries in the world, and in Veracruz it's particularly apparent. The food here is a mix of Spanish, Mexican and Afro-Caribbean and Peter will sample everything from spicy to sweet. The second most expensive crop in the world is vanilla and it originated here in Veracruz. Peter visits a plantation to see how this fragrant orchid is grown. Chilli lovers can't get enough of chipotle, and Peter will discover the technique used to turn jalapenos into this prized product.

Mexican Fiesta with Peter Kuruvita was broadcast on SBS ONE at Friday 22 December 2017, 04:55. This episode was initially placed on Thursday 27 March 2014.