Coming to the Taste: Jaime Martin del Campo and Ramiro Arvizu

Though their names may not be as well-known to many Southern California diners, Jaime Martin del Campo and Ramiro Arvizu are among the biggest stars in the Mexican cooking world. They’re the chefs and owners of the beloved Bell landmark La Casita Mexicana, which was selected as one of the best Mexican restaurants in L.A. by Los Angeles Times Magazine in 2003 and 2004.

But beyond that, Del Campo and Arvizu are kings of Spanish-language media, having done countless cooking shows on Univision and Telemundo. They’re widely recognized as ambassadors of traditional Mexican cuisine and in 2008 received a James Beard Foundation Award nomination.

In English-language media, they’ve appeared on Food Network’s “Throwdown With Bobby Flay,” the “Today” show and in a documentary with Jamie “Naked Chef” Oliver. Their first cookbook is due out this fall.

Del Campo and Arvizu will be on a panel at The Times’ Taste food festival discussing the flavors of Mexico at the Flavors of L.A. event on Sept. 2. Tickets are $65 and are available on the website.