Paola is a proud Pata Salada, that's Mexican coastal surf­speak for a native of Puerto Vallarta

Paola is a recipe contributor for New York Times Cooking and Los Angeles Times. Her work is regularly featured on Epicurious, Food Network, and other food media publications. In 2022, “The Pies of Yelapa” and “La Cocina de Puerto Vallarta” were featured on Christopher Kimball’s PBS show “On the Road,” highlighting the culture and cooking of the region through Paola’s recipes.

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