One of Mexico’s most delicious traditions is to eat tamales during Candlemas , celebrated on February 2 .
This year, Mexico Cit y will offer several tamal festivals !
1. Tamal and Atole Festival at Huerto Roma Verde
This year, a group of women called Adelitas Empresarias , an organization that promotes entrepreneurs in Tlaxcala, will offer the delicious traditional dishes on February 1 and 2. However, organizers are asking people to bring their own containers and reusable bags .
You can enjoy traditional tamales , as well as oaxaqueños , zacahuiles , corundas , sweet tamales , canarios , chipilín ; in total, there will be 70 different varieties . In regards to atole , there will be many flavors available, such as guava , passion fruit , cajeta , rice , almond , champurrado , and more.
2. Tamal Festival at the National Museum of Popular Cultures
This museum located in the Coyoacán neighborhood will offer delicious tamales on from January 28 to February 3 . Over 50 producers will participate in the event.
At the festival, you will enjoy savory and sweet tamales , as well as atole , champurrado , and coffee .
3. Vegan Tamal Fair 2020
The vegan feast will take place from January 31 to February 2 . Local producers will offer a wide variety of vegan tamales , tacos , and other vegan products . The event is also pet-friendly!
4. Tamal and Atole Festival at Xochitla Ecological Park
Near Mexico City , you can also attend a tamal festival at the Xochitla Ecological Park from February 1 to 3.
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