Some foods are worth setting an alarm for, and in Tucson, green corn tamales sit near the top of that list. They are seasonal, handmade, and tied to a Sonoran tradition that goes back generations.
When a batch is gone, it is simply gone, and late risers are left planning for tomorrow. That is the kind of demand that turns a small operation into a local talking point.
The spot in this story keeps a low profile, with no flashy sign campaign and no giant dining room. What it does have is a simple focus on tamales and a small circle of loyal fans who keep coming back…