Author: | Ellen Riojas Clark, Carmen Tafolla | ISBN: | 9781609401320 |
Publisher: | Wings Press | Publication: | April 1, 2011 |
Imprint: | Wings Press | Language: | English |
Author: | Ellen Riojas Clark, Carmen Tafolla |
ISBN: | 9781609401320 |
Publisher: | Wings Press |
Publication: | April 1, 2011 |
Imprint: | Wings Press |
Language: | English |
This culinary history unwraps the extensive culture surrounding the tamale, bringing together writers, artists, journalists, and Texas’ regional leaders to honor this traditional Latin American dish. It is filled with family stories, recipes, and artwork, and also celebrates tamaladas-the large family gatherings where women prepare the tamales for the Christmas festivities. Humorous and colorful, this collection reveals the importance of community and good food.
This culinary history unwraps the extensive culture surrounding the tamale, bringing together writers, artists, journalists, and Texas’ regional leaders to honor this traditional Latin American dish. It is filled with family stories, recipes, and artwork, and also celebrates tamaladas-the large family gatherings where women prepare the tamales for the Christmas festivities. Humorous and colorful, this collection reveals the importance of community and good food.