'Today’s Special' highlights Mama’s Hot Tamales Café, stationed right across the street from MacArthur Park. But this isn’t an ordinary tamale café. Along with making what restuarant critics say are L.A.’s best tamales, it's also a place where street vendors can get the training they need to launch their own food businesses. And if that weren't enough, the café is helping a community reclaim MacArthur Park one tamale at a time. Click on the video (left) and watch a special news feature reported by our very own ¡Sabor! Editor, Camille Garcia.

How-to tamale guide

For years, families have gathered to partake in the festive tradition of tamale-making; but because it is such an intricate and detailed process it’s easy to forget those key steps that can take your tamales from ordinary to extraordinary. !Sabor’s! monthly ‘How-to-guide’ features an easy recipe and a live demo, so your family can share in the fun and get in on a world-wide custom.
 

L.A.'s deep sea gem

This week’s ‘Top Pick’ takes you to one of L.A.’s best-kept secrets, nestled in the heart of East L.A., Boyle Heights. This high-end restaurant is reputed for its delectable Mexican seafood cuisine and stunning presentations. It’s exquisite ambience is the perfect place for two, or for a cozy gathering of family and friends. And if you get there at the right time, you might be in for your own serenade by mariachi.