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- Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration on May 5
- Marks the Mexican's victory of the invasion of the French army in 1862, in the Battle of PueblaFood Network: Cinco de Mayo
- Observed as a celebration of the Mexican culture in the U.S.
- Parades and festivals are often held on Cinco de Mayo in the U.S. and in MexicoFood Network: Cinco de Mayo
- Popular foods on Cinco de May include enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas, guacamole, salsa
- Popular drinks include MargaritasFood Network: Cinco de Mayo
- In America, beer is often consumed to celebrate
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Cinco de Mayo (Fifth of May) is a Mexican holiday celebrating a battle in which Mexico defeated French invaders in 1862's Battle of Puebla. On Cinco de Mayo, Mexican's celebrate their culture through food, music, parades and festivals.
See Mahalo's Guide to Mexican Food for more Cinco de Mayo Recipe ideas.
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Popular Dips on Cinco de Mayo
- Guacamole made from avocados
- Salsa, a sauce using tomato as a base
- Pico de Gallo, a dip made from fresh tomatoes, onions and cilantro
- 7 Layer Dip
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Cinco de Mayo Recipes Questions
What is the history of Cinco de Mayo? 2 AnswersThe 5th of May is not Mexican Independence Day, but it should be! And Cinco de Mayo is not an American holiday, but it should be. Mexico declared its independ... read more
Who knows the history of Cinco de Mayo? 3 Answers"Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely defeat of French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of Mexican General ... read more
How should I cinco de mayo this year? 1 AnswerIt's over now, but I celebrated by going out to a local Mexican restaurant. What make it really great was last year they had a drawing for free t-shirts and thi... read more
Any good Mexican restaurants for Cinco de Mayo? 1 AnswerI like to go to La Caretta in Hammond. Interestingly, if you like Mexican style beer (I don't) they have a house label brewed by Heiner Brau, a nearby craft bre... read more -

