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It’s Officially Christmas Time: Thank God for Thanksgiving leftovers. With just 29 days til Christmas and so much to do, things will kick into high speed. Most likely, after all...

Traditions According to Merriam Webster Dictionary, tradition is the handing down of information, beliefs, and customs by word of mouth or by example from one generation to another without written...

Veterans Day November 11 is our national day of honoring American veterans of all wars. As we gear up for Thanksgiving this November, let's stop and take a moment to...

Fall is a good time for Sweet Tamales. They are filled with just about any edible mixture of sweet ingredients. However, cinnamon spice, brown sugar and raisins are the enduring...

TAMALES! TAMALITOS! They come from all over Latin America and are unique and authentic in style and form. They are made from masa, dough made from maize spread onto a...

  One of the greatest obstacles to face in the kitchen is what to make for dinner. Some people are very organized and they plan for the week. That is...

  We want happy customers. Sometimes a customer enjoys your product, but then, they'll need encouragement and nurturing. You see, happy customers make great influencers. Once these customers have enjoyed...

Black friday in July This past week I was shopping and saw “Black Friday in July” sales, Wow! It felt like Christmas shopping without the crowd congestion! Por supuesto que,...

The Salsa Experience     Salsa is such a vital part of the Mexican food experience, it completes “the experience.” There are so many variations of salsa. Mine is very...

When I think of summer, I think of all the cool, fun and relaxing things to do. Depending on where you are it can be swimming at the lake or...

To all fathers everywhere, coming from the perspective of a daughter, it is a worthy calling, and as for me, I am grateful for my apa, he was one of...

If you're looking for good Texas tamales, look no further than the internet. Buying tamales online is the best thing that can happen to you if you don't want to...

With summertime in full season, it’s pretty hot, in some places it’s blazing hot! After a busy day at work or a long hot day of chasing kids at play,...

Summer Time Servings It’s summer time in America and throughout the four corners of our country we gear up one way or another for play, rest and family time. The...

Tamales and dieting don't seem like they should co-exist. Is it possible to lose weight and still enjoy a savory tamale and later a sweet one? There has to be...

Celebrating our Fallen Heroes Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May. My sincere appreciation goes out to our military heroes and their families. Thank God for the brave soldiers...

The Underdog victory Most people love to see the Underdog who is against all odds come out on top in his impossible circumstance. That is what Cinco de Mayo is...

Wednesday is appropriately called Hump day. By the middle of the week I’m looking back and down the list of things that had to get done. I'm still checking things...

Take Some Time To Review 2022 Many of us made New Year's resolutions, set goals or planned to make changes way back in January. Now, with March behind us we...

This week will will commemorate another great American. Cesar Chavez Day is this Thursday March 31. Having experienced some migrant work myself, I am especially grateful to Cesar Chavez who...

Hospitality begins with genuine welcoming, whether that's with a smile or a handshake. Anywhere in the world, in different cultures hospitality is a key to successful relationships. Here are some tips...

President's Day is often overlooked or reduced to another day off. History sometimes becomes redundant stories and facts we memorized in schools, but we forget that our nation wouldn’t be...

Tamales during the holidays are like chips and salsa, cake and ice cream, Santa and Rudolph, Christmas time is the tamal niche. Do you have a plan for tamales on...

  Food and Family Ties Food is a big deal in my life, for the obvious reason of course, but also because I associate food with good memories. Even the...

Lemons Are Essential   You know how I told you that beans are a daily or almost daily addition to Mexican and Mexican American meals? Well, so are limones. When...

Frijoles Pintos  Beans are a great commodity used all over the world. Their availability and sustainability have helped maintain their spot as a staple in kitchens around the world. Beans,...

A Cause to Celebrate Feliz dia del Cinco de Mayo! Viva Mexico! Wait?! Do you know why it’s such a happy occasion for us, the Americanos? Well, con mucha pena,...

  Evolution of Tamales Long live tamales! Tamales for survival. Tamales for celebration. Tamales for tradition and tamales at lunch time. Tamales for any night of the week. Tamales are...

HAPPY EASTER!  What could tamales and Easter have in common? Believe it or not, there are a few common traits, such as longevity, sustainability, yummy hidden treats and most importantly...

Happy Caesar Chavez Day!  Go on, enjoy the colorful display of foods, fruits and vegetables on Americas’ table. March marks the beginning of Springtime. A time to plant, but also...

People make a big deal about the masa to filling ratio. Texas style tamales have a good balance: just enough masa so that it compliments the delicious filling. Migration My parents...

Tamales are a traditional Mexican dish that has remained popular throughout the American Southwest in the areas that used to be Mexico prior to 1848. It’s in this part of...

Did you know that in Mexico, tamales are a common holiday food? Depending on the region you find yourself in, tamales may be eaten at Christmas, or maybe held until...

If you’re like most Americans throughout the American West, then you’ve got a special place in your heart for tamales. Whether it’s a favorite place to stop when you are...

If you’re a fan of tamales, you’ve likely already tried most of the classics. Chicken, pork, veggie, and beef tamales are all staples for tamale aficionados in the States, but...

Tamales are one of the easiest recipes to pick up if you’re learning how to cook, but that simplicity doesn’t make the dish itself simple. Today, Texas Lone Star Tamales...

If you’re planning a trip to Mexico, be sure to set aside some time to try authentic tamales and street food while you’re in the area. Street food is a...

When you talk about Mexican dishes, most people think of tacos, burritos, or enchiladas. While these Mexican dishes, as well as our authentic tamales, have certainly risen to popularity north...

Summer is here, and that means it’s time to open the grill and start cooking. It’s no surprise that the summertime is when Mexican staple foods grow in popularity. Fresh...

At Texas Lone Star Tamale, we love a good tamale. So much so that we’ve dedicated our livelihood to providing our online customers with an array of authentic Mexican tamales...

At Texas Lone Star Tamales, we believe that our delicious tamales should be a part of every holiday and celebration. The Mexican culture celebrates a variety of holidays throughout the...

Birthday parties are a time of joy and celebration. They’re a time to get together with friends and family to celebrate what it means to be alive. Planning a birthday...

Family reunions are a wonderful way to celebrate the ones you love. If you’re in the process of planning an upcoming reunion, you may find the meal planning to be...

If you’re eager to try authentic Mexican food, you should consider ordering tamales from Texas Lone Star Tamales.Tamales are a traditional Latin and Mexican cuisine that can be enjoyed by virtually...

If you’re a fan of authentic Mexican cuisine, you’ve probably had the pleasure of eating a delicious tamale before. Tamales are a symbolic Mexican street food that tends to be...