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food-and-drink22 days ago•20 min saved

Labor Costs Drive 7.8% Drop in Tamale Availability on US Menus

Tamale entrées have declined by 7.8% on US restaurant menus since 2021, according to Technomic data. The drop stems from high labor requirements for a low-margin item, with chefs noting that the three-day preparation process makes the dish economically unviable for many establishments despite modest ingredient costs.

via New York Post|

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food-and-dining22 days ago•4 min saved

Labor Costs and Low Demand Drive Tamale Decline in US Restaurants

Tamales are vanishing from US Mexican restaurant menus due to high labor costs and low demand. Technomic data shows a 7.8% drop in menu presence since 2021. Chefs cite the three-day preparation process and limited pricing flexibility as key barriers, while diners no longer expect tamales as a staple item.

via foxnews.com|

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