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The Tamale Emoji (?) represents a traditional Latin American dish made from masa (corn dough) filled with meat, cheese, or other ingredients, wrapped in a corn husk or banana leaf, and steamed. It is commonly used when talking about Mexican and Central American cuisine, especially during holidays like Christmas and Día de los Muertos, when tamales are widely enjoyed. This emoji can express a craving for tamales, a discussion about homemade cooking, or appreciation for Latin American culture. It may also be used more broadly for wrapped or steamed foods, such as hallacas from Venezuela or humitas from South America.