BEST BITES : El Cholo to Present Green Corn Tamale Party

For some people summer doesn’t start until the green corn tamales make their annual appearance at El Cholo, 1121 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles. If you’re among them, summer is about to begin.

The tamales officially go onto the menu Thursday, but you don’t have to wait that long. El Cholo will celebrate the start of the season Tuesday with a party on the patio. It begins at 6 p.m. with Mexican dancers, seafood, soft tacos, mariachis and green corn tamales. The price is $25 per person; for reservations call (213) 734-2773.