In this special episode, we land in Tucson, where food and culture come together in the heart of the borderlands. Felipe Garcia, President of The Food Capitals network and CEO of Visit Tucson, is joined by acclaimed chef, author, and television host Pati Jinich for a heartfelt conversation exploring how cuisine can build bridges across communities, preserve cultural heritage, encourage innovation, and spark meaningful human connection.
From the culinary traditions of the Sonoran Desert to the shared histories linking Mexico and the United States, Pati reflects on the power of food to tell stories of migration, identity, and belonging. Through discussions of Indigenous ingredients, seasonal cooking, culinary creativity, and the people shaping Tucson’s vibrant food scene, this episode highlights how food can connect cultures, strengthen communities, and help build longer tables that bring us all together.
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About the Food Capitals by DĂ©lice Network
The Food Capitals is the international network of cities committed to using food and gastronomy as powerful tools for economic and sustainable urban development, cultural identity, urban well-being, and city attractiveness.
Founded by Lyon in 2007, this non-profit organisation gathers cities, working together on food culture, food sector, food policies, and food scene development. Through annual gatherings, study tours, collaborative projects and year-round dialogue, the network fosters a global community dedicated to learning, sharing, and connecting through food.
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