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Hands-on classes with working chefs.

The TCA South Plains Chapter hosts focused, hands-on classes designed for culinarians, culinary students, and dedicated food lovers across West Texas.

Handmade tamales with red chile pork and corn husks on a work surface
One Class Only · Spaces Limited

Led by Chef Lori Villarreal, CSC

Tamale Time · Amarillo, TX

Featured Hands-On Workshop$75 per person

2nd Annual Art of Making Tamales

With Chef Lori Villarreal, CSC, of Tamale Time in Amarillo, TX

WhenSunday, November 8, 2026 at 2 PM
Price$75 per person
WhereThe Culinary Co-op5044 Frankford Ave #900, Lubbock, TX 79424

What's Included

  • ✦Step-by-step red chile pork tamales and a vegetarian option
  • ✦How to make and test masa for the right consistency
  • ✦Spreading masa on the husk
  • ✦How to stuff, roll, and fill your steam pot
  • ✦Take home your own masa spreader and recipe card
  • ✦Sample a variety of tamales while you learn (limited dozens available to purchase)
Save My SeatArt of Making Tamales — Nov 8, 2026 ($75/seat)
Total$75

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