LIMITED EDITION TAMALES

City Tamale Celebrates 10 Years of Service by Collaborating on

Limited Edition Tamales!

Working with Local Cocineros and Artists, City Tamale Recognizes the

Global Impact Tamales Has on Local Culture

Bronx, NY - Premieres March 23, 2024 - To commemorate the milestone 10-year anniversary of City Tamale, LLC., a series of Limited Edition Tamales will be unveiled throughout 2024, further cementing tamales as a staple global food. Based on the theme, “Tamales for Everyone! | Tamales Para Todo El Mundo”, this arts and cultural project will bring together guest cocineros, local artists, and poignant storytelling to highlight the personal and cultural impact tamales have throughout the world.

Launching on Saturday, March 23, 2024 (11AM-3PM) on National Tamale Day, City Tamale will begin releasing a series of Limited Edition Tamale (LET) drops for exclusive sale at their main shop in Hunts Point, in the South Bronx. There will be three LET releases taking place this year - March 23, July 13 and November 1. The first LET drop will feature the flavorful creations of Cocinera tradicional Mary of Mary’s Tamales, who is presenting her native Guatemalan recipe, a savory treat filled with chicken and pork marinated with her special “recado” flavor. 

Accompanying Mary’s culinary treat will be the visual artwork of Mexican artist, Marco A. Barrioz, whose piece "El Señor Del Los Tamales" is inspired by the indigenous origins of tamales and imagery that celebrates the efforts of City Tamale as they continue to keep this traditional food alive. His original artworks will be on display at City Tamale and as part of each LET purchase. 

City Tamale founder and owner, Israel Velez says, “It’s important for us to continue to use tamales to connect people to one another. Working with cocineros and artists who use their talents to promote our business is an essential part of how we operate in the Hunts Point community.” 

This Limited Edition Tamale will be sold individually and as part of a meal that will include a drink and choice of sides. 

Stay tuned for more info on upcoming collaborators, launch dates and times.  

Limited Edition Tamales

KICKOFF EVENT #1

Saturday, March 23 - 11AM-3PM

City Tamale

1316 Oak Point Avenue

Bronx, NY 10474

On sale March 23 thru April 5, 2024

www.citytamale.com

About Cocinera Mary of Mary's Tamales

Mary of Mary's Tamales is a Guatemalan Cocinera who uses family recipes to make delicious traditional meals. 

About Marco A. Barrioz

Art Director and Curator from many art exhibits in different boroughs of New York City. Also Instructor of Experimental techniques, such as Art Installation, Mural-Collage, Silk Screen, Stencils and Urban Art expressions. For over 10 years, in service of the Latin American Community preserving traditions and enforcing and solidifying the identity of the new generations from immigrant families, Marco has worked with several institutions, non for profit organizations and groups that have provided spaces, forums and collaboration. 

For more on Marco's work check him out on IG @D.I.A.L.E.K.T.O.

About City Tamale

Located in the Hunts Point neighborhood of the Bronx, City Tamale is a beloved neighborhood destination for handmade tamales and authentic Mexican fare. Since we opened in January 2016, City Tamale sells over 2,500 savory and sweet tamales each week. Ingredients are sourced directly from Mexico and supplemented with fresh produce from the nearby Hunts Points Market.

Join us on @citytamale on IG, to follow the inspirational stories of Mary, Marco and the City Tamale team. 

The Limited Edition Tamale experience is curated by Danny R. Peralta (www.dannyrperalta.com).  

Co-sponsored by The AWWW Collective and Lucid Dreams Media, LLC. 

For press inquiries, contact Danny R. Peralta dannyrperaltainfo@gmail.com or 917-865-6398.