Pati Jinich

Pati Jinich

Keynote Speaker: Chef, Mexican Cookbook Author, & James Beard Award-Winning Host of "Pati's Mexican Table" & the PBS Docuseries "La Frontera"

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Pati Jinich Biography

Born and raised in Mexico City, Pati Jinich is the host and executive producer of the PBS Primetime docuseries "Pati Jinich Explores Panamericana," which takes her on a journey inspired by the Pan-American Highway, the James Beard Award-winning PBS Primetime docuseries "La Frontera," which shares untold stories from the US-Mexico border, and the 4x Emmy-nominated PBS daytime show "Pati’s Mexican Table," where she brings flavors from Mexico into American homes.

A former political analyst in Washington DC, Jinich holds a master's degree in Latin American Studies from Georgetown University. Bringing together her background in policy with her love of food and talent for interviewing, Jinich has made exploring and sharing Mexico’s cuisine and culture her life’s work. She has been named one of “Post Next: 50 People Shaping Our Society in 2025" by The Washington Post; a “Top 5 Border Ambassador” by The Council of the Americas; and one of the “100 Greatest Cooks of All Time” by Epicurious. She is a four-time James Beard Award winner for her television work and the resident chef at the Mexican Cultural Institute in Washington, DC. She is also the New York Times bestselling cookbook author of three cookbooks, including her "Treasures of the Mexican Table; her latest cookbook is "Foods of La Frontera."

Jinich has appeared on ABC's “Good Morning America” and “Live with Kelly & Mark,” CBS’s “The Talk,” The Food Network, NPR’s “All Things Considered,” and Univision’s “Despierta America,” among others. She has been profiled in numerous publications including The New York Times and The Washington Post. In addition to writing on her website, she contributes to a wide array of print and online publications.

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Pati Jinich Videos

Pati Jinich - PBS Food
Pati Jinich - NYT Cooking
Pati Jinich - Talks at Google

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How much does it cost to book Pati Jinich for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Pati Jinich, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Pati Jinich are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Pati Jinich, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Pati Jinich speak about?

Pati Jinich is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Hispanic Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Non-Fiction Authors and Television & Film.

Where does Pati Jinich travel from?

Pati Jinich generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Pati Jinich?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Pati Jinich for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Pati Jinich for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Pati Jinich or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Pati Jinich is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Celebrity Chef, Hospitality and Hispanic Heritage. The estimated speaking fee range to book Pati Jinich for live events is $50,000 - $100,000, and for virtual events $50,000 - $100,000. Pati Jinich generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Daniela Soto-Innes, José M. Hernández and Rick Bayless. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Pati Jinich for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 30/07/2026.

Pati Jinich Videos

Pati Jinich - PBS Food
Pati Jinich - NYT Cooking
Pati Jinich - Talks at Google

Pati Jinich Reviews

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  • How do I book Pati Jinich to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Pati Jinich for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Pati Jinich, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Pati Jinich or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Pati Jinich for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Pati Jinich, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Pati Jinich are $50,000 - $100,000 for live events and $50,000 - $100,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Pati Jinich, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Pati Jinich speak about?

    Pati Jinich is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Celebrity Chef, Hospitality, Hispanic Heritage, Diversity & Inclusion, Non-Fiction Authors and Television & Film.
  • Where does Pati Jinich travel from?

    Pati Jinich generally travels from Washington, DC, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Pati Jinich?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Pati Jinich for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Pati Jinich for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Pati Jinich or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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