[1] XLNT tamales were originally sold in Los Angeles by tamaleros out of horse-drawn wagons.

XLNT had a factory in Boyle Heights and also sold tamales from horse-drawn carts and grocery stores.

The company was later acquired, in the 1960s, by Alex Foods[3] that also produced tamales and flavored corn chips in Southern California.

[1] In the mid-20th century, XLNT products were popular as convenience foods alongside TV dinners.

[1] The company's food products were originally only available in Southern California; they are now shipped nationwide.