Eva Longoria’s recently concluded multi-part travelogue/food CNN series, Searching
for Mexico, introduced millions of viewers who think Mexican cuisine is just beans,
tortillas and the ubiquitous taco, to the spiral galaxy diversity of regional Mexican
delicacies, flavors, and traditions which consist of pre-Columbian indigenous, Spanish
and other European influences and then magically transformed into something distinctly
“Mexican.”

Those of us of Mexican heritage belong to a marvelous hybrid group of people unlike
any other on the planet. In many ways, the iconic Mexican mole is emblematic of
Mexicans and our beautiful culture.

Mole is made from a myriad of varying ingredients (indigenous and imported) that come
together to form a unique, singularly delicious new creation. Similarly, Mexico over the
centuries has welcomed, absorbed, and adapted DNA “ingredients” from people from
Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The people of Mexico have taken these many
different ingredients from all these cultures, blended them into the greater Mexican
cultural tapestry into a singularly unique, proud Mexican identity, and blessed our tables
with the greatest world-class cuisine.

Eva Longoria’s Searching for Mexico went a long way to open hearts, minds and
palates to that delicious cultural revelation.

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This new series follows Longoria as she traverses Mexico exploring one of the most popular, and arguably misunderstood global cuisines. From harvesting blue agave for tequila as the Aztecs once did, to slow cooking traditional mole sauce in Oaxaca. Longoria journeys across some of the most vibrant regions of Mexico to reveal its unique and colorful cuisines.

The award-winning actress and entrepreneur was spotted by fans and local media arriving to the popular Santiago Market, where she shot several scenes for the show that will debut exclusively on CNN+ this year. Longoria was immediately recognized by street vendors and restaurant employees who approached her to take a selfie and greet her.

“I never thought I would ever meet an actress of my favorite TV show, Desperate Housewives, here in the market,” said an excited housekeeper who was grocery shopping at the time she spotted the actress in between takes of the show.

The locals gathered to get a glimpse of Longoria as the production crew filmed her sampling some of Merida´s exquite cuisine. On the menu a traditional dish of Yucatan, “huevos motuleños” a breakfast dish which consist of a fried tortilla topped with black beans, a sunny-side-up egg, red sauce, and golden fried plantains. On set was chef and restaurantuer Roberto Solis who also owns several restaurants in the city.

Longoria also stopped by several “taquerias” or tacos places to taste the different flavors and colors of the local gastronomy like cochinita pibil, papadzules and Lechón (roasted baby pig).

Off the set, Longoria is also taking in the local sites. On her social media, Longoria shared a photo of herself wearing a white swimsuit in what seems to be a cenote, a natural deep-water wells (sinkholes), which are fed by the filtration of rain and by the currents of underground rivers.

The six-part series is produced by RAW, the film and television company behind the Emmy Award-winning Searching for Italy.

“Partnering with CNN on a culinary-driven expedition throughout Mexico is a dream come true,” Longoria enthused. “I am so proud of my Mexican-American roots and can’t wait to bring the hidden gems of Mexico to the world through Searching for Mexico.” 

Executive Producers for Searching for Mexico are Eva Longoria, Ben Spector and Stanley Tucci with RAW’s Tom Barry, Eve Kay and Jess Orr. Kate Leonard-Morgan is Head of Production, US while Amy Entelis and Lyle Gamm are the Executive Producers for CNN Original Series.

Longoria is represented by WME, Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Jackoway Austen Tyerman Wertheimer Mandelbaum Morris Bernstein Trattner & Klein.

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The new CNN+ series is a new iteration of the CNN Original Series Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy . Longoria’s six-part series will be produced by RAW, the same film and television company behind the Emmy winning Searching for Italy. 
 
Many of Longoria’s fans know she is an avid foodie and loves to cook. She is famous for her guacamole recipe, which she has shared on video on her social media and on several TV shows. Her book Eva’s Kitchen: Cooking with Love for Family and Friends was released in 2011 featuring many of her Mexican food recipes. 

Mexican food is loved the world over and in this series Longoria will be the one to take viewers to Mexico where she will highlight the food and also tell the story of a culture and people who are deeply connected to the land and spirit of their country.

Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico will follow Longoria as she travels to Mexico exploring one of the most popular, global cuisines. From harvesting blue agave for tequila as the Aztecs once did, to slow cooking traditional mole sauce in Oaxaca, Longoria will travel to the vibrant regions of Mexico to reveal their unique and colorful cuisines.
 
“Partnering with CNN on a culinary driven expedition throughout Mexico is a dream come true,” said Longoria. “I am so proud of my Mexican-American roots and can’t wait to bring the hidden gems of Mexico to the world through Searching for Mexico.” She added, “I am a huge fan of Stanley’s journey throughout Italy; he set the bar high, and I can’t wait for everyone to fall in love with the magic of Mexico.” Longoria is a Daytime Emmy Award-winning and Golden Globe-nominated actress.

“Eva’s passion for Mexico and its culture and cuisine are a natural follow up to Stanley’s trip through Italy,” said Amy Entelis, executive vice president for talent and content development for CNN Worldwide. “We are thrilled she will take her journey on CNN+.”
 
Longoria is also one of the executive producers for Searching for Mexico along with Ben Spector and Stanley Tucci with RAW’s Tom Barry, Eve Kay and Jess Orr; Kate Leonard-Morgan is head of production. Amy Entelis and Lyle Gamm are the executive producers for CNN Original Series. Jon Adler is supervising producer for CNN Original Series. Season two of Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy is slated to air on CNN in Spring 2022.
 
Longoria is represented by WME, Brillstein Entertainment Partners and Jackoway Austen Tyerman Wertheimer Mandelbaum Morris Bernstein Trattner & Klein.

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