The tamalada is a time-honored event, with tamales, pasteles, and hallacas filling kitchens across the country. As families gather to celebrate, the U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds families ...

Unlike tamales, hallacas are made with olives, raisins, capers, onions, peppers, and other additions that make them unique. In the Dominican Republic, this classic rice and pigeon pea dish is a ...