Pepe Aguilar Spills on Favorite LA Eats, Zacatecas Food, and His New Album

On this episode of Taqueando with Bill Esparza, Grammy-winning Mexican music icon Pepe Aguilar joins Bill at Teddy’s Red Tacos for an unforgettable conversation about food, culture, and his legendary career. From his go-to Mexican restaurants and taco trucks in Los Angeles to classic old-school spots like Musso & Frank, Pepe shares his ultimate guide to eating in LA. He also takes us to his home state of Zacatecas, diving deep into the regional dishes and traditions that shaped his love of food. The conversation covers his upcoming intergenerational Hollywood Bowl concert, his new album Mi Suerte es Ser Mexicano, and his commitment to giving back—donating part of the album’s proceeds to CHIRLA in support of immigrant communities in the U.S. Whether you’re a fan of Pepe Aguilar’s music, a foodie hunting for LA’s best eats, or curious about Zacatecas cuisine, this episode is a must-listen.