In my family, we've had a holiday tradition of making tamales for as long as I can remember. My grandmother has aged and no longer holds the position of Reyna Tamalera (translation: Queen Tamale Maker), but my mother has stepped in. And the younger generations of our family are getting in on the action, too. My sister, cousins and I and now our children are now learning the tricks of the tamale making trade. Here's a video of my niece spreading the masa on the ojas.
Being around loved ones, celebrating life and each other is what the holidays are all about for me. I hope one day I will be the Queen Tamalera – surrounded by my children, grandchildren, and great–grandchildren.
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Zac Posen
I wish we had some family traditions like this.
1Little E, I'm jealous and wish I was there to help make tamales too! V
2We just made tamales for the holidays too! My husband's family is Hispanic so I get to take part in this fun tradition with them. It's a tough job, but it sure is worth it in the end when you get to eat them!
3I will be more than happy to test the tamales for you. Anytime.
4How lovely!! Ours is a cookie making tradition and lots of fun
5yay! tamales!
6I agree, holidays are about being with the ones you love!! I believe you will be an awesome Queen Tamalera. I look forward to spreading mucho masa contigo.
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