For many Americans, Cinco de Mayo means enjoying Mexican food and probably a few margaritas.
But Cinco de Mayo, which means May 5 in Spanish, is probably one of the most misunderstood Mexican holidays.
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's independence day.
Mexican independence is celebrated on September 16th.
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over the French forces of Napoleon III on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla.
In fact, the holiday had its origin more than 50 years after the date associated with the country’s independence.
Here are some great Mexican/American-style recipes we have made through the years in celebration of Cinco De Mayo our family enjoys.
But Cinco de Mayo, which means May 5 in Spanish, is probably one of the most misunderstood Mexican holidays.
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's independence day.
Mexican independence is celebrated on September 16th.
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army's unlikely victory over the French forces of Napoleon III on May 5, 1862, at the Battle of Puebla.
In fact, the holiday had its origin more than 50 years after the date associated with the country’s independence.
Here are some great Mexican/American-style recipes we have made through the years in celebration of Cinco De Mayo our family enjoys.
