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Tucson Tamal Festival winners announced

Competitors faced off in four different categories in front of 50 judges.

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Meet the Chef behind the Best Tamal in Tucson

18th annual Tucson Tamal Festival.


On Saturday, December 2nd, more than 10,000 people attended Casino Del Sol for the popular Southern Arizona event.


Those participating in the cook-off had the choice to compete in one of four different categories: Traditional, Gourmet, Sweet, and Green Corn. Competitors then presented their dish to a panel of 50 judges, with attendees getting the chance to try some for themselves as well.

Jose Abel Toledo

Winner, Gourment Category

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Tucson Tamal 2023

Festival Winner

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A tamale, in Spanish tamal, is a traditional Mesoamerican dish made of masa, a dough made from nixtamalized corn, which is steamed in a corn husk or banana leaves.

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Jose Abel Toledo

Award Winning Chef

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About the Chef


Jose Toledo's passion for cooking sparked a very young age while watching his grandmother and mother prepare traditional Mexican dishes. Every gathering was filled with delicious plates from appetizers to laborious meals that took hours to prepare. These past 20 years, have left Jose a greater experience with Mexican plates and provided deeper knowledge about dishes prepared around the world. He has gained knowledge about food prepared in Italy, China, France, and the classic American cuisine.