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What Is Cinco de Mayo and Why Celebrate?
For many Americans, Cinco de Mayo means mariachi music, guacamole, tequila shots, fajitas, tacos, margaritas, Mexican flags and beer. It is the 5th of May and America is ready for a mid-week fiesta so what better way than to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. In the spirit of celebration, many rely mostly on the commercialization without giving thought to its original significance.
Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday, but local tributes reportedly pale in comparison to the lofty celebrations in the United States. In the U.S. many restaurants have specials, there are endless promotions leading up to the holiday and a high-volume of advertising. Truth is, Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that deserves more respect than it is often attributed.
Contrary to popular belief, the holiday is not a Mexican Independence Day, which is always September 16th, and dates back more than 50 years before Cinco de Mayo existed. This particular holiday … click HERE to continue reading
