Today (March 23) is National Tamale Day and luckily there are plenty of amazing restaurants here in Las Vegas serving up this delicious entrée.
Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish, which can be sweet or savory. They are made from a cornmeal dough known as masa and filled with either meat, vegetables, or fruit.
The origins of tamales are believed to date back as far as 8000 to 5000 B.C. in Mesoamerica, which comprises Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Belize, and Southern Mexico.
Though enjoyed year-round, I find tamales are a must-have when it comes to holiday dinners such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. Love it or hate it, making huge batches of homemade tamales are a family tradition is some households.
Family owned and operated since 1980, Dona Maria Tamales claims to be home to the “Best Tamales and Margaritas.” Located downtown at 910 S. Las Vegas Blvd. and in Summerlin at 3205 N. Tenaya Way.
Found inside Resorts World Las Vegas, award-winning chef Ray Garcia brings his signature Mexican-inspired culinary style and Los Angeles roots to VIVA for an upscale dining experience.
Patty’s Tamales has two locations here in Las Vegas offering delivery and take-out only. Stop by 5061 E. Sahara Ave or 4632 S. Maryland Parkway. Call them directly to get store hours and place your order.
Need a lot of tamales? El Tamalucas in North Las Vegas sells them by the dozen and takes pre-orders on their website.
You’ll find the food truck for Tamales La Reina today at the Smith’s grocery store parking lot at Centennial and Losee until 8:30pm. They’ll also be attending this year’s ‘Tacos and Tamales Festival‘ happening April 29 at Desert Breeze Park.
Like I said, Las Vegas has plenty of amazing restaurants where you can celebrate National Tamale Day but nothing beats the enjoyment of eating something you’ve made with your own two hands.
Whether you decide to make your own or treat yourself to dining out tonight, have a Happy National Tamale Day!
