Eva Longoria to headline a new CNN+ Series

CNN is launching a new original docuseries with Eva Longoria titled “Searching for Mexico” on its new streaming service.

Airing in 2022, the docuseries is a spinoff of CNN’s “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy.” In the new project, Longoria will travel across Mexico exploring the country’s cuisine.

In the six-part show, Longoria will experience cooking traditional mole sauce and harvesting blue agave for tequila, among others.

“Partnering with CNN on a culinary-driven expedition throughout Mexico is a dream come true. I am so proud of my Mexican American roots and can’t wait to bring the hidden gems of Mexico to the world through Searching for Mexico,” said Longoria in a statement. “I am a huge fan of Stanley’s journey throughout Italy; he set the bar high, and I can’t wait for everyone to fall in love with the magic of Mexico.”

The show will be exclusively streamed on CNN+, a new subscription streaming service launched by the news company.

“Eva’s passion for Mexico and its culture and cuisine are a natural follow up to Stanley’s trip through Italy,” said Amy Entelis, executive vice president for talent and content development at, CNN Worldwide, in a prepared statement. “We are thrilled she will take her journey on CNN Plus.”