While there are lots of ways to make tamales, lovers of this dish can have strong opinions on what makes a good one - including which cheese to use.

As is often the case, many of the best tamales are found at stands, food trucks and grocery stores — including Carniceria La Lupita on San Gabriel Boulevard in Rosemead, Leonor Tamales Sabrosos ...

For a simple tamale prep, opt for H-E-B. The chain grocery store offers a variety of gluten-free tamales including pork, chicken, beef, and more. Packages come with 12 tamales each hot and ready ...

Many of the best tamales in the South Bay are found at food trucks — like the wonderful Tamales Juanita and Tamales Cassandra, which are both on Wilmington Boulevard in Wilmington. The Torrance ...