How do you feed a mariachi band when you’re on the road? Two time GRAMMY-nominated Lupita Infante knows exactly how to do it, and she’s more than happy to let us in on the secret.

A Big Voice, a Warm Presence

On stage, Lupita Infante carries the kind of voice that fills an entire arena. Her powerful ranchera vocals make audiences stop in their tracks. Off stage while BTS with the COCINA team she was full of upbeat energy, always laughing, and flashing the kind of smile that makes you feel instantly at home.

It’s no wonder she’s so beloved. Beyond her artistry, Lupita has a presence that makes people lean in, whether she’s singing in front of thousands or chatting casually about food, music, and life on the road.

A Legacy Written in Music

Of course, the name Lupita Infante carries weight. She’s the granddaughter of Pedro Infante—yes, that Pedro Infante—the legendary ranchera singer and Golden Age of Mexican cinema star who became a cultural icon in Mexico and beyond. She’s also the daughter of musician Pedro Infante Jr. With that kind of heritage, music runs deep in her veins.

But Lupita doesn’t just rely on her family’s legacy, she commands her own stages with a fresh voice and vision. Her recently released album, La Corona es Mía (The Crown is Mine), is more than just another record—it’s a personal statement of independence and artistry.

As producer of the album, Lupita Infante made sure every detail reflected her. “Tiene toda mi voz. Desde las canciones, desde las producciones, desde la interpretación, hasta cada instrumento tiene la intención que le quise dar... siento un poco más de libertad,” she has stated. Translation? Every song, every arrangement, and every note is infused with her voice and creative freedom.

Now, she’s taking that music on the road with a 15-stop tour that kicked off in Guadalajara and runs through October, with several U.S. dates still to come.

Backstage with Lupita Infante: Food, Mariachi, and More

We caught up with Lupita Infante before her halftime performance at the L.A. Galaxy match, where between rehearsals, she opened up about what mariachi music means to her as a Mexican American, how she keeps her band fueled on the road, and even a few personal hacks—like her go-to michelada recipe.

For Lupita, mariachi is more than just music. “It’s about the feeling of nostalgia and how to connect to the past”, she said. Which she believes also applies to food.

Long tours also mean long days, and food is what keeps the energy alive for her and her band.

Lupita Infante’s Michelada Hack

No food chat with Lupita Infante is complete without bringing up micheladas. For her, it’s the ultimate post-performance refresh. Her twist? She makes it a virgin version with sparkling mineral water—Topo Chico is her go-to—and finishes it off with a splash of chamoy along the rim for that perfect sweet-and-tangy kick.

Lupita Infante’s Food Picks on Tour

Whether she’s traveling with a full mariachi or grabbing a bite after a show, Lupita Infante has her go-to spots. Here are some of her favorite picks when in Los Angeles, straight from the singer herself:.

Ají Verde Peruvian Food (Paramount) Her order: lentejitas con pollo y arroz.
Comfort food with a Peruvian twist that she swears by.
Fatima (Downey, LA) Her order: the Lebanon Burrito
A playful indulgence from one of Lupita’s favorite restaurants

In-N-Out Burger (Carson) Her order: cheeseburger, no onions
Because sometimes, nothing beats a classic cheeseburger (and it’s great for feeding a mariachi band while on the road!).

Top it off with a virgin michelada, and these are the meals that keep her going, whether she’s between shows, rehearsing, or just hanging out with family and friends.

Carrying the Crown

Between her bold new album, her jam-packed tour, and her love for good food, Lupita is proving that she’s carving out her own crown—while staying deeply connected to her heritage.

With every note she sings and every dish she shares, Lupita Infante continues to bridge tradition and modernity, showing fans everywhere that her story—like her GRAMMY nominated music—is just getting started.

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