Is the Oaxacan tamale not from Oaxaca? The true story behind the Oaxacan tamale will leave you with your mouth open. Oaxaca is a specialist in preparing tamales; they even have their own creation. This corn food, which is one of the most loved by Mexicans, has an intriguing history that comes from Mesoamerica. It is […]
The 11th Annual Tamale and Atole Fair 2026 in Playa del Carmen concludes with great success
•It generates an economic impact of over one million pesos for the benefit of local vendors. PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MX.— With a massive turnout and an economic impact exceeding one million pesos, the Eleventh Tamale and Atole Fair 2026 concluded with great success, solidifying its position as an emblematic event promoted by the government, led […]
Candlemas Day: Querétaro reserves up to two thousand tamales
The tradition of paying for tamales continues, so this season, more workers are hired to meet the demand From 500 to two thousand tamales were the largest orders received by tamaleros on Arteaga Street, between Guerrero and Allende, who were forced, as they do every year, to hire more personnel to meet the demand for […]
National Tamale and Cocoa Fair: date, time, venue, and activities
On the eve and on the feast of Candelaria, this Sunday, February 1, and Monday, February 2, the ninth National Tamale and Cocoa Fair will be held at the Plaza Fiesta shopping center. More than 10 types of tamales will be offered, including Metepec style, Tabasco, Veracruz, Oaxaca, Chiapas, Yucatecan, as well as some sweets and an author’s creation. […]
Veracruz-style tamales are winning over palates and gaining popularity in Los Cabos
The secret to making a good tamale lies in the mixing and beating of the masa, the proper use of spices, and wrapping it in a banana leaf, says Jazmín Ochoa, a cook originally from the port of Veracruz, who has been selling Veracruz-style food in Cabo San Lucas for 18 years, specializing in traditional […]
Tamales are a basic part of the Christmas Holiday’s menu
According to the National Anthropology and History Institute (INAH), Candlemas (February 2nd), is the official end of the holiday period in Mexico and the perfect time to enjoy tamales. One of Mexico’s most famous traditions includes eating tamales during Candlemas. On January 6, Mexican families get together to eat Rosca and whoever gets the Baby […]