Tamale Festival in Bogotá: dates and prices of this Christmas dish

The tamales They have established themselves as one of the most representative and consumed dishes in various regions of Colombia. From Ibagueconsidered the cradle of this typical recipe, until Flathe Caribbean and the Peacefulits popularity continues to grow.

The consumption of tamales increases significantly during the weekends and, especially, during the December festivities. In BogotaThis dish even stars in an outstanding event.

From December 13 to 15, the capital will host the Tamale Festival 2024a celebration that highlights the importance cultural and gastronomic of this traditional Colombian dish.

In its third edition, they will participate 29 restaurantsincluding representatives of 10 District Market Squares, six of Paloquemao and four at Expoartesaníasin Corferias.

“It will be a party where 29 restaurants from 10 District Market Squares will participate, six from Paloquemao, and we are very happy because in Corferias, at Expoartesanías, there will be four more offering this delicious traditional dish in the Colombian tent at the Table of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism”, expressed Wilfredo Grajales Rosasdirector of the Institute for Social Economy (IPES).

The event, organized with the support of the IPESaims to promote culinary tradition and local consumption. Attendees will be able to enjoy various recipes that reflect the wealth gastronomic of the country, consolidating the tamale as an essential component of Colombian breakfasts.

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Participating restaurants

The festival will have the participation of venues located in various District Market Squares and other representative spaces. Below is the list of participants:

La Perseverancia District Market Square

20 de Julio District Market Square

• La Mona Piqueteadero
• Dona Maya
• Aly Events

Kennedy District Market Square

• Las Delicias de María Restaurant
• Restaurant where Farcho and Flor
• Las Delicias de María Restaurant
• Villatino de Chepa Seasoning
• Doña Rosita Restaurant
• Clara’s Corner

Fontibón Market District Plaza

• Homemade Flavor
• Where El Morro

Las Ferias District Market Square

Doce de Octubre District Market Square

• boobies
• Tolima Rícaras
• Clear Point

Carlos E. Restrepo District Market Plaza

• Lechonería and picketing la Ibaguerena

Trinidad Galán District Market Square

• Myriam’s Delights
• Mónica picket restaurant
• Taste and Tradition Restaurant

La Concordia District Market Square

El Carmen District Market Square

• Riches
• Paloquemao Crafts

Paloquemao District Market Square

• Lechonería Tolimense (local 80.302)
• Villavicense Sazón (local 80,136)
• Tolimense boobies and piglets

Expoartesanías Corferias

He Tamale Festival It has established itself as a space that encourages the preservation of traditional cuisine and reinforces the link between local producers and consumers. Attendees will be able to enjoy the various interpretations of the tamale, a reflection of the culinary richness of the Colombian regions.

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When is Tamale Day in Colombia?

He Tamale Day in Colombia the June 24. This festival is especially notable in Ibagué, Tolima, where various activities are carried out to pay tribute to this typical dish. In 2024, the celebration coincided with the Colombian Folklore Festival, which took place from June 17 to July 3.

During Tamale Day, the main tamale producers in the region gather to offer their products in a festive atmosphere. This event not only promotes the sale of tamales, but also seeks to reactivate the local gastronomic sector and celebrate the rich culinary heritage of Tolima.