Thanksgiving Tamales

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Nov. 27, 2014 Food and Drink

Carlos Salgado is the the chef/owner of Taco María in Costa Mesa. He talks about his Mexican-American Thanksgiving traditions, including sweet tamales.

Music: "Luna" by Bombay Bicycle Club

Credits

Host:
Evan Kleiman

Producers:
Gillian Ferguson, Laryl Garcia, Caroline Chamberlain

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