Meet PBS Star Pati Jinich at Hearthside Books – May 31

Come meet acclaimed chef, cookbook author, and PBS host Pati Jinich right here in Juneau! Known for her joyful, heartfelt approach to food and storytelling, Pati is visiting Alaska as part of her new PBS docuseries, "Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana"—and Juneau is being showcased in episode 2 (airs May 6, 9 pm ET)

Pati will be signing copies of her beautiful cookbook, "Pati Jinich Treasures of the Mexican Table: Classic Recipes, Local Secrets"—a collection of deeply personal, flavor-packed recipes from across Mexico.

🌟 Pati is just as warm and engaging in person as she is on screen. This is your chance to say hello, snap a photo, and have your cookbook signed by one of the country’s most beloved culinary storytellers.

🌟About Juneau's inclusion in the show: Pati featured Taku Glacier Lodge, artist Crystal Worl, Arctic sports athlete Kyle Worl, Alaska Native activist Jennifer Quinto, and the Filipino community in her docuseries.

🌟About Pati: With multiple James Beard Awards and an Emmy nomination for her previous docuseries La Frontera, Pati brings passion, cultural insight, and a love of food that connects communities. Whether you’re a longtime fan or just discovering her work, this is an experience not to miss.

📚Books will be available for purchase at Hearthside Books during the event.

📍 Mark your calendar and stop in to say hello—this is a rare treat for Juneau food lovers and PBS fans alike!

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