Handmade in our family kitchen

A family tradition,
wrapped in masa.

Julia's began in our mother's kitchen — decades of recipes, patience, and the kind of hospitality that brings people back for seconds. Every tamal is still handmade, slow-cooked, and packed with care.

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Generations

100%

Handmade

$4

Per tamal

Hands chopping tomatoes, cilantro and jalapeño on a wooden board
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Pork & Salsa RojaChicken & Salsa VerdeCheese & JalapeñoSeasonal RotationsCatering for any event
The Palma family

— Our Story

Born in our mother's kitchen.

Julia's story begins with our mother — a woman whose love for cooking turned every family celebration into a feast. For decades, she prepared meals that brought everyone to the same table, where her tamales became tradition.

Today we carry that tradition forward, handcrafting tamales with the same quality ingredients and traditional methods passed down through generations. Every dozen we make is rooted in the warmth, hospitality, and culture she taught us.

Our mission is simple — share our family's flavors, and the love behind them.

Made

By hand

Recipes

From mom

Served

With love

Julia's signature sign

Signed with love

The Palma family

A plate of three handmade tamales, fresh from the steamer

— Steamed to order

Three fillings.
One family recipe.

Each tamal is hand-wrapped in corn husk, packed with masa, and slow-steamed until the flavor settles into every bite. Pork, chicken, or cheese & jalapeño — your call.

— Catering Packages

Bring Julia's
to your table.

Oliver hand-picking fresh tomatoes and jalapeños

From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, we cater with warmth and authenticity.

Choose a package below or request a custom quote — we'll handle the rest.

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50 Tamales

The Gathering Table

Feeds 12–18 guests

$425
  • Choice of Chicken, Pork, or Cheese & Jalapeño
  • Mix & match protein options
  • Mexican Rice (3 qts) or Refried Beans (3 qts)
  • Pico de Gallo & Tortilla Chips
  • Plates, utensils & napkins
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75 Tamales

Fiesta

Feeds 20–30 guests

$575
  • Choice of Chicken, Pork, or Cheese & Jalapeño
  • Mix & match protein options
  • Mexican Rice (4 qts) or Refried Beans (3 qts)
  • Pico de Gallo & Tortilla Chips
  • Plates, utensils & napkins
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150 Tamales

Signature Feast

Feeds 35–50 guests

$1,050
  • Choice of Chicken, Pork, or Cheese & Jalapeño
  • Mix & match protein options
  • Mexican Rice (9 qts) & Refried Beans (5 qts)
  • Pico de Gallo & Tortilla Chips
  • Full buffet setup — chafing dishes & serving utensils
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— Add-on Catering Sides

Need a little more on the side?

Bulk portions to pair with any package or order on their own. Priced by the quart so you can size up for the full crowd.

Mexican Rice

House recipe, served warm

  • 3 quarts$25
  • 5 quarts$40
  • 9 quarts$70

Refried Beans

Slow-simmered & creamy

  • 3 quarts$30
  • 5 quarts$45
  • 9 quarts$80

Pico de Gallo

Bright, fresh & garden-chopped

  • 1 quart$14
  • 3 quarts$38
  • 5 quarts$60
  • 9 quarts$105

— Catering Policy

Simple, fair, and family-style.

50% Deposit

Non-refundable to confirm your event.

72-Hour Cancel

Within 72 hours may forfeit deposit.

Delivery Included

Within our standard service area.

Hands plating a tamal from the chafing dish buffet

— Available for

Wherever you gather,
we'll bring the warmth.

We're honored to bring our authentic homemade flavors and warm hospitality to your most special events.

  • Parties
    01
  • Weddings
    02
  • Graduations
    03
  • Corporate Events
    04
  • Festivals
    05
  • Community Events
    06
  • Celebrations
    07

— Get in Touch

Let's plan
something delicious.

Reach out by phone, email, or social — we usually reply within a day. For catering, please share your event date, guest count, and location.

Speak with

Oliver Palma

Phone

(531) 255-6858

Email

julias.tamales2026@gmail.com

Hours

Fri – Sun

Opening times coming soon

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Authentic homemade tamales

© 2026 Julia's Tamales · Made with love by Oliver & family

Recipes from mother to son. Tradition in every fold.

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