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Release Date: November 23, 2011 City of San Antonio Communications Office: 207-7234 La Villita to host annual Tamalada Workshop La Villita's annual workshop, La Gran Tamalada, is scheduled from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 26 in Historic La Villita, Maverick Plaza. In addition to a hands-on tamal demonstration, the free event features musical entertainment, traditional food and drink including bunelos tamales, aguas frescas and more. Come learn the secrets to making your very own tamales with "Colectivo Cultural" and the de la Torre family. With more than 30 years of tamal-making experience, the de la Torre family members are authentic tamaleros who have been teaching the art of the tamalada since 2001 through the hands-on workshop. Three free workshops will be offered at noon, 2 p.m. and 4 pm. Bring the family downtown to enjoy this San Antonio tradition and browse the La Villita shops for an assortment of unique and hand-crafted gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. For workshop details, call 207-8614. |
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