Salma Hayek Brings Latina Author Laura Esquivel’s ‘Like Water for Chocolate’ to Life as Executive Producer 

Latina Star Salma Hayek Advocates for Women's Rights at the Kering Foundation Dinner Gala 
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The highly anticipated television adaptation of “como agua para chocolate,” or Like Water for Chocolate, will make its debut on November 3 on HBO’s Max platform, bringing new life to Laura Esquivel’s iconic novel. Produced by Warner Bros. Discovery in collaboration with Ventanarosa Productions, Endemol Shine North America, and Endemol Shine Boomdog, the series explores family tensions, forbidden love, and magical realism, all set against the backdrop of the Mexican Revolution. 

Behind ‘Like Water for Chocolate’

Irene Azuela leads the cast as Mamá Elena, with Azul Guaita stepping into the role of Tita, the story’s central figure. As noted in a statement from Max, Tita faces the “deeply rooted family traditions” that keep her apart from Pedro Múzquiz, using the kitchen as a sanctuary where her emotions take on a magical quality. The show delves into how her cooking becomes an act of resistance, transforming the lives of those who taste her dishes. This narrative highlights the intricate connection between food, emotion, and personal agency. 

Accompanying the lead actresses are Ana Valeria Becerril as Rosaura and Andrés Baida as Pedro, with additional performances from well-known Mexican talents such as Ángeles Cruz and Andrea Chaparro. The show not only showcases the complexities of love and family but also centers on women’s struggles to seize control of their destinies, a theme that has made Esquivel’s novel resonate across various adaptations. 

Shot in stunning locations like Tlaxcala and Mexico City, the series features what has been described as “an evocative and authentic backdrop” that perfectly complements the mix of magical realism and deeper social themes around tradition and freedom. With the historical setting providing the canvas, the series promises to evoke the profound contrasts between restrictive customs and the yearning for personal liberty.

Salma Hayek Leads the Production

Salma Hayek, who previously produced the 1992 film adaptation, returns as an executive producer for the series. The creative team includes screenwriter Francisco Javier Royo Fernández and directors Julián de Tavira and Analorena Pérezríos, bringing a wealth of experience to this reimagining of one of Mexico’s most beloved stories. 

Airing weekly after the premiere, the series aims to preserve the legacy of Esquivel’s novel while reinterpreting its timeless messages for a modern audience. From its richly drawn characters to its exploration of love, power, and tradition, Like Water for Chocolate promises to offer both nostalgia and new perspectives. 

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