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Every tamal has a story.

Unwrap the joy of the holidays with our Tamal Guide. Explore tips, recipes, and traditions to bring loved ones together and create lasting memories one tamal at a time.

Every tamal has a story.

Unwrap the joy of the holidays with our Tamal Guide. Explore tips, recipes, and traditions to bring loved ones together and create lasting memories one tamal at a time.

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH TAMALES!

Embrace the warmth, nostalgia, and tradition that make tamales a cherished part of holiday celebrations. Whether you’re gathering with loved ones to share the joy of making tamales together or savoring the flavors that bring back memories, this guide has everything to help you create your own traditions and stories.

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MASA DULCE DE ELOTE

SWEET CORN MASA

– Ideal for your sweet corn tamales –

5 LBS. = 15 TAMALES  – 15 LBS. = 60 TAMALES

* Actual outcome may vary. 

MASA DE PIÑA O FRESA

STRAWBERRY OR PINEAPPLE FLAVORED MASA

– The ideal masa for your sweet tamales. –

5 LBS. = 15 TAMALES  – 15 LBS. = 60 TAMALES

* Actual outcome may vary. 

MASA PREPARADA

PREPARED MASA

– A traditional masa that can be used in almost any tamale recipe. –

5 LBS. = 20 TAMALES  – 15 LBS. = 80 TAMALES

* Actual outcome may vary. 

MASA NEJA (AMARILLA)

YELLOW MASA

– Yellow masa is used to make traditional tamales wrapped in banana leaves. –

5 LBS. = 15 TAMALES  – 15 LBS. = 60 TAMALES

* Actual outcome may vary. 

Explore our tamale Recipes

TAMALE COOKING CLASSES

Join us and our amazing Tamal Experts for a hands-on culinary experience where tradition meets flavor! In these in-store and virtual interactive classes, you’ll learn how to prepare two delicious tamales.

 

Each class is guided by expert instruction, you’ll discover how to use Northgate Market’s prepared masa, create flavorful fillings, and master the folding techniques that bring tamales to life.

 

Whether you’re preserving family traditions or starting new ones, this class is perfect for all skill levels.

TAMALE COOKING CLASSES

Join us and our amazing Tamal Experts for a hands-on culinary experience where tradition meets flavor! In these in-store and virtual interactive classes, you’ll learn how to prepare two delicious tamales.

 

Each class is guided by expert instruction, you’ll discover how to use Northgate Market’s prepared masa, create flavorful fillings, and master the folding techniques that bring tamales to life.

 

Whether you’re preserving family traditions or starting new ones, this class is perfect for all skill levels.

VIRTUAL CLASSES

December 13, 2024
Time: 5:00PM (PST)

Learn how to make Tamales de Nopal with Denise Favela!

December 16, 2024
Time: 5:00PM (PST)

Learn how to make Tamales de Rajas con Queso bañados en Salsa Poblana with Isabella Martinez-Funcke!

December 20, 2024
Time: 5:00PM (PST)

Learn how to make Tamales Sinaloenses y Champurrado with Erick Labra!

December 23, 2024
Time: 5:00PM (PST)

Learn how to make Tamales de Chicharron y Queso with Nicole Presley!

IN-STORE CLASSES

December 12, 2024
1058 3rd Ave,
Chula Vista, CA 91911

Learn how to make Tamal de Cerdo Braseado en Pipian Verde Con Quelites & Tamal Poblano con Platano Macho Asado a Las Brasas y Quesillo with Chef Yesenia Rios.

4:30 PM (PST)

6:00 PM (PST)

December 13, 2024
2300 Harbor Blvd,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Learn how to make Tamales Poblanos and Tamales with Mushroom and Al Pastor with Chef Jonathan “Macheen” Perez!

4:30 PM (PST)

December 17, 2024
11660 Firestone Blvd,
Norwalk, CA 90650

Learn how to make Tamales de Atapakua de Pavo en Semilla de Calabaza con Chile & Tamales de Quelites, Espinacas y Champiñones con Queso y Crema with Rosalba Morales Bartolo!

4:30 PM (PST)

6:00 PM (PST)

December 18, 2024
2300 Harbor Blvd,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Learn how to make Tamales de Atapakua de Pavo en Semilla de Calabaza con Chile & Tamales de Quelites, Espinacas y Champiñones con Queso y Crema with Rosalba Morales Bartolo!

4:30 PM (PST)

6:00 PM (PST)

December 19, 2024
1305 W. Whittier Blvd,
La Habra, CA

Learn how to make Tamales de Atapakua de Pavo en Semilla de Calabaza con Chile & Tamales de Quelites, Espinacas y Champiñones con Queso y Crema with Rosalba Morales Bartolo!

4:30 PM (PST)

6:00 PM (PST)