Special Section Spotlight
Many of us cherish Christmas traditions, like decorating the tree or preparing recipes passed down through generations. As a mother, for me, i…
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Each year, the CALÓ News staff comes together to share their Thanksgiving plans and the foods that define their holiday celebrations. From time-honored classics to unique family traditions, our team highlights the diverse array of dishes enjoyed by families from different cultural backgrounds. This year, we spotlight some of the favorite food traditions that make the holiday season special across a variety of cultures and communities.
My mom didn’t make tamales. She was the youngest of 11 and told me her older sisters and mom kept her out of the kitchen, so she didn’t learn how. So during the holidays we’d go visit one of my aunts who made tamales. I always felt like somehow I missed out because even though I grew up eating tamales, I didn’t learn how to make them.
Olvera Street, also known as Placita Olvera, held a celebration for Día de los Muertos, spanning nine days from October 25th to November 2nd. The merchants of Olvera Street have held this celebration for over 30 years. It is believed that during the celebration of Día de los Muertos, the veil between the living and dead thins, allowing family members who have passed on to visit their loved ones.
