Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Claudia Alarcón covers food, drinks and travel in places near and far. Tamales are one of the most iconic foods of Mexico. These ...

When the holidays roll around I always love going to Hispanic Markets and buying fresh tamales of every variety. Tamales are available year round, however, they are prevalent during the holidays. Get ...

Virginia Hernandez’s tamales are considered the best by her friends and family. She makes them with pork, poblano peppers or chicken. There are even the more distinct ones called sweet tamales – or ...

They might take some effort, but it's so worth it.

Whether you have a favorite recipe for tamales that you're looking to perfect or you're totally new to making them, it's a great idea to troubleshoot ahead of time. These are some of the most common ...

Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this article misidentified Pete Martínez's mother, Adelaide Martínez, and his sister, Virginia Martínez. For some, preparing tamales in December ...

Mexican Crockpot Recipes bring together the ease of slow cooking and the bold, comforting flavors of Mexican cuisine. Made ...