Rick Bayless is chef of Frontera Grill and Topolobampo in Chicago, creator of Frontera gourmet foods, cookbook author and host of Mexico - One Plate at a Time.
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Resources & Playlistsprint-friendly versionEpisode 1 - Return to Hacienda RESOURCES Hand Blown Blue Glasses – Find all sorts of cool hand blown glassware at www.melissaguerra.com. Piloncillo (Un-refined Cane Sugar) Molds – These molds are a great décor item for all types of parties. Rick’s is a one of a kind he found at a market. But check out these cool ones at www.napastyle.com. Antique Pitcher – Another great piece found at Posh, online at www.poshchicago.com. Dessert Plates - Rick adores these gorgeous plates from Uriarte Tavalera in Puebla, Mexico. They are hand-made using the traditional process for ceramics in the area. Among the hundreds of hand-painted patterns, Rick owns the ones decorated with Caleidoscopio.
RESOURCES Hornillo – A Temporary Brick Fire Place for Cooking Paella. Rick prefers to cook Paella over a wood fire, to lend that smoky traditional flavor to the dish, not to mention the fabulous spectacle of it all. The hornillo is a semi-circular fire pit that supports the paella pan. To build the hornillo, place enough bricks (roughly seven) in a semi-circle on a flat, fire-proof surface where you can safely build a fire. Make sure the bricks are set up so the exterior edge of the pan fits the hornillo exactly, providing a solid support. Build the hornillo six courses high, staggering the bricks to create a sturdy lattice-like structure that allows air to feed the fire. Get the fire going inside and you are ready to cook!
Extra-Long Spatula – Rick uses this extra-long handled spatula to reach across that HUGE paella pan. It works great! Cajeta – Rick’s favorite is the Coronada Goat Milk Cajeta. Find it at www.melissaguerra.com. Silicone Muffin Tins – These molds work perfect for flan. Rick used Jumbo ‘Silicone Zone’ Muffin Molds. Find them at www.amazon.com. Prep Scoop – Rick loves this handy kitchen tool. Find one at the Cooking Enthusiast at www.cutlery.com. 8 oz. Cosmopolitan Cocktail Glasses - Great for serving ceviches or a smooth shaken cocktail. Made by Libbey. Find them at www.libbey.com. Bamboo Plates – Bamboo is such a hardy and rapid grower, it seems like people are making everything out of it these days. Well, these plates are really cool – stylish and sustainable. Rick likes the ones made by a company called Bambu, on the web at www.bambuhome.com.
RESOURCES Bolt of White Muslin – You can find material like this at a local fabric store, like a Jo-Ann Fabrics, or online at www.joann.com. Gauzy White Drapes – These drapes Rick and Deann found at Ikea. They are called the Lill Curtain, and you can get them at www.ikea.com. White candles with Sand-Encrusted Base – Rick and Deann bought these beauties in a small shop in Playa del Carmen in the Mexican Riviera. You can order them through the shop’s website www.artevela.com. Mexican Vanilla – Rick thinks the best vanilla is made by Nielsen-Massey Vanillas. You can find out where to get them by visiting www.nielsenmassey.com. Grill Topper – Get this Deluxe Non-Stick Grill Topper to help keep your small and delicate items from falling through the grill grates. Rick likes the one from www.bbq.com. Micro-Plane Grater (Zester) – You can find these at www.amazon.com. Molcajete – The best place to find these are at your local Mexican grocery store. Choose carefully because they vary greatly in quality. Rick recommends you look for ones that are dark, dense, heavy, and hold at least 3 cups.
RESOURCES El Hijo Del Santo Apron – Rick and Lanie picked up this apron while traveling in Mexico. Check out El Hijo Del Santo’s official website for products emblazoned with the famous silver mask. Portable Butane Burner
– There are a large variety of brands out there. Rick
likes the sturdy burners made by Iwatani. You
can also find burners on Amazon.com. Make sure you get one that gives you
up to 10,000 BTUs – especially for making omelets. Table Leg Extensions – Rick puts the table legs into plain PVC pipe cut into four sections to add height to his brunch buffet table. You can also buy manufactured extensions online at surelegs.com. French Press Coffee
Maker – French presses are everywhere these days. Any search on Amazon.com will come up with plenty to choose
from. Rick likes the classic ones made by Bodum –
but look around and find the one that’s right for you. RESOURCES Turkey Fryer – Rick likes the quality of this
turkey fryer from Bass
Pro Shops online store. It comes with different sized pots - perfect for
any size party! Handheld Lime Juicer - This tool is an essential. Find it at Williams-Sonoma. Chamoy – There are
a couple of varieties of this tangy sauce at MexGrocer.com – one by Amor
and one by Hola.
RESOURCES Old Fashioned Wooden Ice Cream Maker – These large wooden models are made by White Mountain. You can buy them directly from their online store. Frozen Canister Ice Cream Maker – You can find many different varieties on Amazon.com. Rick has had good luck with the one made by Cuisinart. Handheld Lime Juicer – This tool is an essential. Find it at Williams-Sonoma. Ice Cream Cone Iron and Wooden Tool – You can find this cool tool at Amazon.com. It is a Nordic Ware Krumkake Iron with Rolling Cone. Spice Grinder – Of
the many spice grinders available, Rick likes the one by
Kitchenaid because it has a removable bowl that washes easily. RESOURCES Ice Bowls for Ceviche – Ice. Water. Bowls. Rocks. That’s all you need! Well… and a freezer. Simply fill a large metal bowl with the crushed ice. Then form a well and insert a smaller metal bowl. Fill the smaller bowl with rocks to weigh it down. Cover the crushed ice with water, and freeze. To loosen, wrap a warm towel around the outside of the large bowl. Flip out your ice bowl, line it with banana leaves, and you are ready to serve. Handheld Lime Juicer - This tool is an essential. Find it at Williams-Sonoma. Citrus Juicer – This
is an OrangeX Commercial Manual Citrus Juicer. You can find at a number of
websites including www.amazon.com. RESOURCES Dried Shrimp – You
can find dried shrimp in most local Mexican grocery stores. They are also
available online at MexGrocer.com. RESOURCES Frozen Canister Ice Cream Maker – You can find many different varieties on Amazon.com. Rick has had good luck with the one made by Cuisinart. Kalamazoo Grill – For more info on Rick’s favorite grill click here. Grill Topper – Get this Deluxe Non-Stick Grill Topper to help keep your small and delicate items from falling through the grill grates. Rick has had a good experience with the one from www.bbq.com. Earthboxes – Not only are these great for the home urban gardener - we use them on the roof of Frontera Grill! For more information check out the Earthbox website. Tomato and Chile Plants
– When Rick buys chile and tomato seeds he always looks at www.seedsofchange.com and www.johnnyseeds.com for their interesting
selection.
RESOURCES Banana Leaves – You can find packaged banana leaves at many local Mexican grocery stores and occasionally at larger stores like Whole Foods in the produce section. And if you’ve got a lot of partying to do, you can buy them online in bulk from Melissa’s Produce. Dried Avocado Leaves – These impart such a great flavor! You can buy them online at www.gourmetsleuth.com. Leather Fire Gloves – Look for the extra long suede or leather gloves for real protection from the heat. Steve Raichlen makes a great pair. Ice Bucket – These great Beverage Tubs are insulated – so no condensation! Rick loves the one found at www.frontgate.com for its durability and good looks. Glass Barrel - These barrels are beautiful for serving fresh drinks to a large crowd. You can order these traditional Mexican vitroleros in different sizes from www.melissaguerra.com. Seating Arrangements - Rick and Deann created this fun look by covering the ground with colorful throw rugs and then scattering around pillows wrapped in inexpensive Indian silk Saris Citrus Juicer – This is an OrangeX Commercial Manual Citrus Juicer. You can find at a number of websites including www.amazon.com. Micro-Plane Grater (Zester) – You can find this at www.amazon.com. Copper Tiki Torches
– Great for any garden or backyard, check out these torches at www.frontgate.com.
RESOURCES Silicone Baking Sheet – The original is made by Silpat. But you can find a number of other brands at amazon.com. Handheld Lime Juicer - This tool is an essential. Find it at Williams-Sonoma. Wouldn't you know it? After two years of carefully crafting a line of contemporary Mexican cookware and serveware with Copco, the company was sold to one of those multinational conglomerates who decided my perfectly wonderful just-being-released offerings weren't in line with where they (the nameless "they" of the mulinational conglomerates) wanted to take the company. And they did it without even having stopped by to say "hi," to have a margarita, to taste my (if I do say so myself) incredibly fabulous mole poblano. So some of the pieces you might be curious about on this show (and other shows) may be from the first run of the now-defunct line … I'm sorry to say. But cheer up: I'm back at the drawing board, determined to give you some cool stuff for your kitchen and dining room. And if you're interested in a decent alternative for the queso fundido pan, think about the Staub mini fondue pan. RB
RESOURCES Turkey Fryer – Rick likes the quality of this turkey fryer from Bass Pro Shops online store. It comes with different sized pots - perfect for any size party! Tequila Espolon (Blanco) – Find out where to get this delicious tequila at their website. Tequila Clase Azul (Reposado) – Check out their website for information on where to buy. Tequila Milagro (Anejo)
– To find this great anejo, visit their website. RESOURCES Glass Barrel - These barrels are beautiful for serving fresh drinks to a large crowd. You can order these traditional Mexican vitroleros in different sizes from www.melissaguerra.com. Citrus Juicer – This is an OrangeX Commercial Manual Citrus Juicer. You can find at a number of websites including www.amazon.com. Five Star Ranges
– Rick loves the reversible cast-iron griddle/grill pan that’s part of his Five Star
Range. Tortilla Press – You can find a nice cast-iron one at MexGrocer.com.
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