Pati takes some of the classic American meals and gives them an exotic yet homey Mexican twist. Plus, take a look as Pati helps make and then devours one of Mexico's famed hot dogs, Richard's in Morelia.

Today, Pati is preparing a special meal for a date night with her husband, Dany. And since he loves seafood, she's going to make seafood dishes for their romantic night in. A trip down to the state of Michoacán, where Pati meets the butterfly net fishermen, helps the inspiration.

Latin-Asian fusion is hot right now, but Asian immigrants have been influencing traditional Mexican cuisine for centuries. Pati goes food shopping with her good friend chef Janet Yu and gets inspired to create a menu full of Asian-inspired Mexican meals.