Barrio Chef: Recent Episodes

Mike Gonzalez

What is Barrio Chef? Barrio Chef is a podcast produced by the Hispanic Food Network and hosted by HFNTV Founder Mike Gonzalez. Mike explores Hispanic food, culture, history, recipes and everything that makes this food so special. A Barrio Chef is anyone who can cook their ass off. Whether it’s in the neighborhood, a restaurant or on the street! We hope you join us every time we have a new upload. You can learn more about #HFNTV at www.hispanicfoodnetwork.com Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hispanicfoodnetwork/support

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Mike Gonzalez talks with Anna Salazar, owner of Raul's Cocina. It's one of the only all Vegan Mexican restaurants in the country. See why she's making an impact in the amazing Mexican food scene in the Valley of the Sun. She also teaches us how they make their ceviche. Anna also talks how she makes the vegang Mexican food taste so authentic. Anna will also offer up some advice to those aspiring to open their own space.  Enjoy!


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Coquito is a classic holiday recipe filled with all sorts of great things but our favorite is Rum of course. Mike Gonzalez talks with Chef Nina Arena about how she makes this fun drink during her class on the www.hispanicfoodnetwork.com 

This recipe will make 2 bottles 1.75 litters.

2 12oz cans of evaporated milk

1 14oz can of sweet condensed milk

1 15 oz cream of coconut

2 13.5 oz of coconut milk

1/2 tsp of cinnamon powder

1/4 tsp of nutmeg

2 tsp of vanilla extract

Cinnamon sticks for garnish

2 cups of Barcardi white Rum.

Add all the ingredients together in a blender,  minus the cinnamon sticks, those we save until the end to add to the bottles or glass.

Chill overnight, for better results or start right away.  I think I'll have right away!

Happy Holidays! Feliz Navidad!


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Learn how to make Arroz con Gandules with Mike Gonzalez and Chef Kim Tapia.  This episode aired originally on Facebook. You can watch that video by copying and pasting this link https://www.facebook.com/TheHispanicFoodNetwork/videos/945250509217308/. Make sure you like our page www.facebook.com/TheHispanicFoodNetwork. Also Search Kim's Puerto Rican Delights to join her Facebook group.

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Mike showcases this Cuban restaurant that is truly the American Dream!


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Mike Gonzalez visits Phoenix's best taquerias. He also visits Cuban Foods and Bakery to check out their flan and amazing dishes. Phoenix is one of the most vibrant Latin food scenes in the country. Enjoy!

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Mike Gonzalez talks with the iconic Latino chef about his Mexican roots and what it was like bringing Mexican food to the New York City area. Aaron is not only a great chef, he's one of the most giving people in the industry. We met up with Aaron during a book signing in in Scottsdale, Arizona. He greeted everyone with kindness, gratitude and a loving spirit. There's a reason he's made such an impact. He's a great chef and even better person. Enjoy the interview!


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La Fama in Glendale, Arizona is living out a legacy. Watch how they make their authentic tamales by hand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPFjGNODUDs&t=1s.

Mike Gonzalez visits the iconic restaurant.

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