Cinco de Mayo

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Cinco de Mayo: What you should know about the famous unofficial ... (FOX 10 News Phoenix)

According to Encyclopedia Britannica, the battle involved Mexican forces blocking advances by French forces onto the capital, at the city of Puebla. French ...

The story is different in the State of Puebla, however. Goliath’ battle between the Mexicans and Europeans. A month-long fair also happens during that time. "Since Napoleon III was linked to the Confederacy, they saw the victory as the first sign that their side could win." The AP notes that Cinco de Mayo is barely commemorated in Mexico, except in the state of Puebla, where the battle happened. Why is Cinco de Mayo celebrated in the U.S.?

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Cinco de Mayo: Eat, drink and have fun at these places in Montgomery (Montgomery Advertiser)

As Cinco de Mayo rolls into Montgomery on Thursday, here are a few places to go relax, enjoy some food, drink specials and maybe a little music.

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6 ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the Buffalo area (Buffalo News)

The fifth of May marks a historical battle where poorly equipped Mexican forces, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, were victorious against French soldiers. Known ...

The Ken-Ton Chamber of Commerce will be holding a happy hour for Cinco de Mayo at Patrick's Rooftop Bar at Aloft Hotel. There will be a cash bar and drawings, with prizes including an overnight stay at the hotel. There will be tacos and margaritas, and DJ Tatianna will provide the music. Tickets are $30 and include a free cocktail. Cinco de Mayo Celebration Inside, the party runs from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. with food and margarita specials. General admission is $10; VIP admission starts at $60. An outside party tent hosts a large fiesta from 5 to 11 p.m. that includes a beer trailer, specialty Spanish tacos with a mix of meat and live music (from 5 to 9 p.m.). Rounds of free shots will be given away throughout the night. Cinco de Mayo Fiesta While it is still celebrated in certain parts of Mexico with parades and re-enactments, it can’t hold a candle – or a cocktail? The fifth of May marks a historical battle where poorly equipped Mexican forces, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, were victorious against French soldiers. Cinco de Mayo celebration Cinco de Mayo Street Festival

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¡Salud! These restaurants offer Cinco de Mayo specials: Enchiladas ... (Utica Observer Dispatch)

El Buen Gusto on James Street will have Mexican enchiladas with rice, beans, salad. El Buen Gusto, which offers a combination of Mexican dishes and Salvadorian ...

Don't be confused by Sazón Frank's Dominican and Caribbean food, for Cinco de Mayo, they're also joining the party. - Phone: 315-507-3234 Killabrew Saloon will feature a chef's special, which will include tacos, quesadillas and more. Quesadillas will be $9 and are served with guacamole, sour cream and nachos. La Perla, a newly opened Mexican and Salvadorian and Mexican restaurant on James Street in Utica, is joining the fun for Cinco de Mayo with several deals. - Phone: 315-507-2050 - Phone: 315-737-1010 Because Cinco de Mayo "is the day," Rio Grande will have a special menu with dishes they don't normally have on a daily basis. You almost can't have a Cinco de Mayo celebration without enchiladas, which El Jarocho will serve with chicken, rice, beans, cheese sauce and green tomato sauce. - Phone: 315-533-5964 While it is a minor holiday in Mexico, it has become a big day in the United States, including the Mohawk Valley, where people celebrate with food, drink and entertainment. - Phone: 315-922-7761

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Cinco de Mayo fuels the bottom line for Houston restaurants and bars (Houston Chronicle)

The city's hospitality industry, still shaken from the pandemic and two years of...

“Most people will get more than one drink, so it’s a good opportunity for sales and for the staff to make tips.” “It’s a little weird, but at the same time it’s an opportunity,” Sharma said. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, as some may believe, and it’s not even widely celebrated in Mexico. Cinco de Mayo marks the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War on May 5, 1862. A minor holiday in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo has emerged in the U.S. as a tequila-fueled event where Mexican culture is recognized with margaritas and Mexican food and music. It’s an expensive proposition for Cuchara, which in addition to creating the physical space for the party pays for the travel and housing of its Mexican luchador talent. “But it’s totally worth the expense because of the experience. Cuchara erects an outdoor arena for evening Mexican wrestling matches in addition to outdoor bar and food stands. “It won’t make or break our year, but for us it’s a huge day.” “People come pouring in on Cinco de Mayo whether they know what they’re celebrating or not,” Morgan said. Here in Texas, our diversity is our strength, and Cinco de Mayo directly reflects that.” “It’s an important day for the bottom line.” “I felt the city waking up during the rodeo,” she said.

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What Cinco de Mayo Actually Celebrates (Lifehacker)

Millions of Americans will celebrate this fascinating holiday, but what does it all mean?

Cinco de Mayo began in California, and has always been celebrated more widely in America than Mexico. So is it a Mexican holiday or an American holiday? The fact that lots of white people celebrate Cinco de Mayo in 2022 America is a bit fraught. But it wasn’t widely marked throughout the rest of Mexico, and it still is a way more popular holiday in the United States than South of the Border. In the 1960s, Chicano activists raised awareness of the holiday, especially among Mexicans in California, but Cinco De Mayo didn’t really “catch on” in a mass-consciousness sense until the 1980s. More recently, many cities in the US began holding Cinco de Mayo events that celebrate Mexican heritage and culture as opposed to only celebrating Mexican beer, food, and liquor. Much like St. Patrick’s Day for the Irish, in the United States, Cinco de Mayo became known as a day for partying and drinking with a vaguely Mexican theme. Cinco de Mayo is not a national holiday in Mexico, and how important it is depends on what you are referring to when you talk about it.

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Cinco de Mayo: What you should know about the famous unofficial ... (FOX 29 Philadelphia)

According to Encyclopedia Britannica, the battle involved Mexican forces blocking advances by French forces onto the capital, at the city of Puebla. French ...

The story is different in the State of Puebla, however. Goliath’ battle between the Mexicans and Europeans. A month-long fair also happens during that time. "Since Napoleon III was linked to the Confederacy, they saw the victory as the first sign that their side could win." The AP notes that Cinco de Mayo is barely commemorated in Mexico, except in the state of Puebla, where the battle happened. Why is Cinco de Mayo celebrated in the U.S.?

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The 10 Best Ways To Spend Cinco De Mayo In Dallas. | Central Track (Central Track)

Generic Restaurants Serving Up Margarita Specials Are Lame, Here Are Some Of The More Authentic And Interesting Ways To Celebrate This Cinco de Mayo.

With two locations in Plano and Los Colinas, this stylish Mexican restaurant is hosting some special activities and drinks on top of its usual fare. As Cinco de Mayo falls on a Thursday this year, Legacy Hall is taking festivities to the weekend. Challenge yourself with Luchador spicy tequila shots — if you can make it without milk for two minutes, you’ll win a free Luchador wrestling mask. Food and drink wise, you can get huge cocktails topped with popsicles and chamoy straws to go with some fajitas and nine variations of craft tacos. Also on May 7, this second annual celebration has a lot going on. The tunes are Morrissey, The Smiths, rock en Español, cumbias, and salas y mas.

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36 Mexican Restaurants to Visit for Cinco de Mayo on Long Island (Long Island Press)

5 De Mayo Every day is Cinco de Mayo here! · Azulejos Mexican Restaurant and Tequila Bar · Besito Mexican Restaurant · Bubba's Burrito Bar · Barito Tacos and ...

This Spanish and Mexican restaurant has seafood, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. This restaurant serves a variety of Mexican food and drink specialties. This Portuguese and Mexican restaurant is a great place to take the family. Visit Viva La Vida this Cinco de Mayo for authentic food, drinks, and family fun. This Cinco de Mayo there will be limited seating per hour at Pico Tequila so make sure to reserve your seat! The Luchador theme will be perfect for this Cinco de Mayo. 119 Main St., Greenport. lucharitos.com The Bethpage location now has a brand new patio tent for outdoor dining. The restaurant also has an attached market where you can buy imported Portuguese and Central American specialty foods. It says it in the name. If you’re in the mood for tacos and cocktails, Barito is the place for you. The authentic Mexican dishes have a modern twist which you can pair with a signature cocktail. It also offers happy hour Mondays through Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Tequila Lounge. 354 Main St., Farmingdale. caracaramex.com

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Cinco de Mayo 2022: The best places to celebrate (dayton.com)

Drink specials, tacos, vats of chips, salsa and queso and festive music awaits. There are even special treats for those that do not drink.

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Cinco de Mayo 2022: Tequila, anyone? Your DMV go-to food and ... (WJLA)

Cinco De Mayo, Spanish for "Fifth of May", is Thursday, May 5. The holiday is celebrated in parts of Mexico and the United States in honor of an 1862 ...

View this post on Instagram View this post on Instagram $9 wine by the glass 4-6:30 p.m. View this post on Instagram Toro Toro is inviting you to join them during an extended happy hour from 3-10 p.m. on Cinco De Mayo! Enjoy $7 Margaritas, $6 Cervezas and Pan-Latin small bites. View this post on Instagram

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10 last-minute Cinco de Mayo decorations to buy on Amazon (syracuse.com)

The day commemorates the victory of the outnumbered Mexican army over the French army at the 1862 Battle of Puebla during the Second Franco-Mexican War. The ...

The holiday is typically celebrated with margaritas, tacos and dancing. Cinco de Mayo is on Thursday, and now is the perfect time to order some last minute party items. The day commemorates the victory of the outnumbered Mexican army over the French army at the 1862 Battle of Puebla during the Second Franco-Mexican War.

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Cinco recetas para que celebres el Cinco de Mayo (El Tiempo Latino)

Como aperitivos o comida principal, los tacos nunca te dejan mal. Los tacos de carne asada son un clásico mexicano que puedes poner en tu mesa. Ingredientes. 1/ ...

- Llenar un vaso de tubo con hielo. Sumerja el pimiento relleno en la masa y cubra completamente. Agregue el orégano, la pimienta de cayena, la sal, el azúcar, la menta y el cilantro. Ponga un chile sobre la harina y espolvoree el resto de la harina encima. - Para preparar la masa batir las claras en un recipiente frío hasta que estén firmes. - Asa los chiles en una parrilla caliente o debajo de un asador a fuego alto. - Mientras las tortillas están calientes, corte el filete de falda a contrapelo en tiras de aproximadamente 1/2 pulgada de grosor. Tenga cuidado de no romper el chile mientras lo pela. Triture la pulpa de dos de ellos con el dorso de un tenedor u otro utensilio para triturar. - Coloque la harina en un plato grande. El Cinco de Mayo está a la vuelta de la esquina. Deje la carne asada a un lado.

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Cinco de Mayo 2022: Where to find events, food and drink specials (nolaweekend.com)

Several restaurants and bars across the New Orleans area will host Cinco de Mayo events to celebrate the Mexican holiday on Thursday, May 5.

Vybes Nation, a multi-cultural food truck stop, arts and events venue, will host the eighth annual Margarita Mayhem Cinco de Mayo celebration and day party with Latin-inspired cuisine, DJs, drink specials and vendors. Treehouse will also offer drink specials and $5 margaritas until 7 p.m. Doors open at 4 p.m. - Mandeville location at 3410 US-190: Cinco de Mayo fiesta featuring drink specials and live music from the Omega Sounds DJs from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Festivities also include games like corn hole, oversized Connect Four and a stationary bike with a blender. Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at Lucy’s Join Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar for a Cinco de Mayo Fiesta featuring all-day drink specials starting at 11 a.m. Later in the evening, the Warehouse District restaurant will dish out 5-cent margaritas for five minutes starting at 5 p.m. Cinco de Mayo at Otra Vez Several El Paso Mexican Grill locations around the metro area will host Cinco de Mayo celebrations including the annual all-day celebration in Metairie. Modern Central Business District Mexican restaurant Otra Vez will host drink and food specials to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Cinco de Mayo at Tacos Del Cartel Metairie Mexican restaurant Los Jefes Grill brings back its annual Cinco de Mayo Fest for the sixth year at Fat City Park. NEW ORLEANS (NOLA WEEKEND) - Several restaurants and bars across the New Orleans area will host Cinco de Mayo events to celebrate the Mexican holiday on Thursday, May 5.

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Francamente, no one in Austin needs a list to find margaritas on Cinco de Mayo — everyone is mixing up tequila and lime drinks to celebrate. The holida.

Fiesta Austin is a local heritage organization that aims to preserve Mexican-American culture, especially through its annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. They’ve invited some local friends who walk the Latin walk year round: Simar Seafood Cocina, a family-owned coastal Mexican restaurant from down the road, for margaritas, and the Darin Layne Latin Duo for live tunes. One of Austin’s greatest contributions to over-the-top burgers, Hopdoddy, is bringing back a “fan favorite” Mexican burger for the month of May, starting on Wednesday, May 4. The following are six Austin spots getting in the Cinco de Mayo spirit with parties and specials that go beyond a margarita happy hour. This party focuses on $5 margaritas, queso, and nachos, plus a special burger with “Texas crack mayo,” green chili queso, jalapeños pickled in-house, and chipotle sour cream. Francamente, no one in Austin needs a list to find margaritas on Cinco de Mayo — everyone is mixing up tequila and lime drinks to celebrate.

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Sarasota's Best Margaritas (Sarasota)

We know, we know. Why would a taco and bourbon joint have a worthy margarita for this list? Trust us—it does. Order one by the glass with several flavor options ...

They say never mix beer and liquor, but sometimes, you have to break the rules. This taqueria may only have one marg on the menu, but one is all it needs. And the Grand Marnier floater on this ’rita only adds to the bliss. Grab a pitcher to share at this Mexican joint. Try the “Sarasota Sunset” margarita with orange agave nectar and passion fruit. Why would a taco and bourbon joint have a worthy margarita for this list?

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Here's how to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Alexandria (ALXnow)

The countdown to Cinco de Mayo has begun, and a number of Alexandria's watering holes are offering special deals for residents and guests to fiesta in ...

A proposal by the Waterfront Commission’s Flood Mitigation Committee, pitched to the Waterfront… If approved by… Beer, wine, sangria, and soda available for purchase at bar.”

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5 Latin music shows to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Austin, including ... (austin360)

Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Austin include Lisa Morales and others at 04 Center, Santiago Jimenez Jr.'s record release show at Antone's and more.

Mala Nota features singer-keyboardist Guillermo Azpeitia, who spent time busking in Latin America before returning to Austin and forming a band. 10 p.m. $10. The action spills over to the bar's patio, with free admission plus free tacos starting at 5 p.m. and music from DJ Ulovei. texashotelvegas.com. El Combo Oscuro mixes elements of cumbia, salsa, merengue and more with a touch of Texas psychedelia to create a highly danceable groove. The large outdoor yard at Far Out should be an ideal space for a Cinco de Mayo party that features three acts with different takes on Latin sounds. Santiago is releasing a new album this month called "Still Kicking!" on Austin musician Jesse Dayton's new label Hardcharger, and this show will serve as an Austin record release. The Last Bandoleros began in New York when band member Jerry Fuentes moved there a decade ago; his fellow San Antonio natives, Diego Navaira and Emilio Navaira IV, soon joined and helped to make the band's 2018 Tex-Mex/pop album, "San Antonio." Morales performed for many years with her late sister, Roberta, as the Morales Sisters; this week, she's releasing "El Amor No Es Cobarde," a four-song Spanish-language EP produced by David Garza. Nuevo leaders Dante Schwebel and David Jimenez both grew up in the Rio Grande Valley; Schwebel played for a while in San Antonio band Hacienda before moving to Nashville, while Jimenez has become increasingly active in Austin over the past couple of years.

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El Pollo Loco Brings Festive Offers for Cinco de Mayo | QSR magazine (QSR magazine)

El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation's leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is teaming up with Tapatío once again to ring in Cinco de Mayo with ...

Celebratory Cinco de Mayo giveaway on the El Pollo Loco Instagram with unique prizes given out every five minutes for five hours straight. El Pollo Loco, Inc., the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant chain, is teaming up with Tapatío once again to ring in Cinco de Mayo with one-of-a-kind branded offers from the two cult-favorite brands. Custom Tapatío bottles will be available via digital orders only and are not available in restaurant.

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How to Celebrate in Style With PATRÓN® This Cinco de Mayo (VinePair)

PATRÓN has partnered with streetwear designer John Geiger in a collaboration that demonstrates the high quality of both brands.

For a lineup as well rounded as the crew — and kicks — you’ll celebrate Cinco de Mayo with, look no further to bright and delicious cocktails that highlight a variety of ingredients for a truly delicious drink. People are the pulse of PATRÓN — and no Cinco de Mayo celebration would be complete without cocktails shared with friends. It was only fitting to go bigger and better for Cinco de Mayo with an epic sneaker drop that takes the designs we created with them last year to the next level. Geiger’s sneakers are precision-made from high-quality textiles, and the designs for this partnership and specialty leather used were directly inspired by the agave fields of Jalisco. Vibrant colors, including an exterior to match the brand’s signature light green ribbon on a bright white background, call PATRÓN to mind with a simple glance. With both collaborators rooted in good taste, experiential living, and timeless style, this partnership is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday. This Cinco de Mayo, PATRÓN Tequila, the world’s No. 1 super-premium tequila*, is raising a glass and celebrating the best way they know how — with familia.

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Cinco de Mayo 2022: Where and when to celebrate in the Charlotte ... (WSOC Charlotte)

Commonwealth Avenue in Plaza Midwood was packed over the weekend with people eager to feast on tacos and tequila, but the true meaning of the holiday is much ...

May 5, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. May 5, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. May 5, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. May 5, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. In celebration, the Cinco de Mayo festival returned to the streets of Plaza Midwood on Sunday -- this time, with a new concept. May 3 at 4 p.m. to May 7 at 9 p.m.

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Here are Fort Worth's best margarita deals for Cinco de Mayo. One ... (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)

Restaurants offer drink specials, bands and tacos, but book reservations. Chuy's, On the Border and Taco Cabana are among the places with deals.

The chain also now serves enchiladas in white queso; tacocabana.com. Some small, family-owned restaurants don’t need to run big drink promotions. ▪ The On the Border Restaurants have been celebrating Cinco every Thursday for weeks, ending with $5 large margaritas and Grand Marnier specials; ontheborder.com. ▪ The Austin-based Chuy’s Tex-Mex chain, with four locations in Tarrant County, will offer $5 queso appetizers and $1 tequila floaters. Taco Cabana is also introducing a menu of Tajín items and Tajín salsas, featuring the Houston-based chile-lime seasoning. ▪ The chain restaurants will be mobbed, but even simple Taco Cabana is offering an unusual special: Tajín margaritas for $4. It’s open for lunch and dinner Thursdays through Sundays, dinner Mondays through Wednesdays; 682-267-0414, palomasuerteftx.com. Here are a few old and new places to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, but be warned: Everywhere will be crowded. For the first time in memory, restaurants are actually filling up with reservations for May 5. Tinie’s is open for dinner Tuesdays through Saturdays and for brunch weekends; 682-255-5425, tiniesfw.com. But I doubt those names will ring a bell with many of the customers packing tables May 5 at newer restaurants scuh as Don Artemio, Maria’s Mexican Kitchen, Mesero, Paloma Suerte or Tinie’s, or old favorites such as The Original (1930), Joe T. García’s (1935), Mexican Inn Cafe (1936) and Pulido’s (1966). Here are Fort Worth’s best margarita deals for Cinco de Mayo. One is made with Tajín

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El Pollo Loco Spices Up Cinco de Mayo Celebration with Custom ... (GlobeNewswire)

On May 5, the LA Mex chain will turn up the heat with a limited-edition custom Tapatío bottle, giveaways every five minutes on Instagram, discounted...

El Pollo Loco (Nasdaq: LOCO) is the nation’s leading fire-grilled chicken restaurant with a mission to bring people together around food, family, and culture in the communities it serves. Celebratory Cinco de Mayo giveaway on the El Pollo Loco Instagram with unique prizes given out every five minutes for five hours straight. The LA Mex restaurant chain is celebrating the holiday with limited edition El Pollo Loco x Tapatío bottles with every in-app or website purchase, a rapid-fire El Pollo Loco Instagram giveaway every five minutes, and two premium tacos for $5 on May 5. Tapatío is a sauce that can be used with everything! Over 40 years later Tapatío is still a family run business and has grown to become a staple not only in Hispanic households but in most American households today. Custom Tapatío bottles will be available via digital orders only and are not available in restaurant.

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Looking to honor Cinco de Mayo? Here are some Bellingham ... (Bellingham Herald)

May 5 is the anniversary of Mexico's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Visit these Bellingham restaurants honor Mexican culture for Cinco ...

▪ Jalapenos, with four Bellingham locations at 2945 Newmarket Place, 501 W. Holly St., 1007 Harris Ave. and 4451 Meridian St., will be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ▪ Tadeo’s Mexican Restaurant, 207 E Holly St., will be open 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The bakery, at 1424 Cornwall Ave., is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 5. ▪ El Agave, with three Bellingham locations at 207 N. Samish Way, 1111 Harris Ave., and 4 Club House Circle, will be open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. ▪ Super Mario’s, 1422 N. Forest St., will be open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. ▪ California Tacos & Fresh Juices, 4252 Cordata Parkway, Suite 104, will be open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Celebra el Cinco de Mayo con los especiales de estos restaurantes ... (Sun Sentinel)

En Estados Unidos, es una fecha en la que muchos celebran con un taco en mano y una margarita o un tequila en la otra y cada vez más personas y lugares lo ...

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Mariachi and more musical events are landing in Las Vegas for ... (Las Vegas Sun)

Monday, May 2, 2022 | 2 a.m.. Cinco de Mayo, commemorating Mexico's victory in the Battle of Puebla in 1862, may be celebrated most prominently in the United ...

“What we do is kind of an outlet for the younger crowd to see and hear these old traditional songs these girls are playing, but with a new modern twist,” she says. They played the Space for Cinco de Mayo last year as well, and are hoping to find more opportunities to perform in Las Vegas this year to mix into an already busy touring schedule. And we take time to get the crowd moving, get them up and dancing, and top it all off with some smooth, three-part harmonies and our own unique arrangements.”

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at MeXo (WOODTV.com)

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Thursday is Cinco de Mayo and we're celebrating a bit early! Today we have Nate Blury back with us along with Oscar Moreno, ...

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Celebrate Cinco De Mayo at Viva La Playa's Festival – Times ... (Times Square Chronicles)

It's that time of the year for tequila shots, tacos, and a wild party. This Cinco De Mayo the best celebration in South Florida will be at Viva La Playa.

Take in the sights at the beautiful beachfront venue during the party that will grant attendees access to Viva La Playa’s superb menu with highlights that include delicious culinary creations made from local fresh market ingredients and bold flavors. Purchase tickets in advance online for $20 or $25 at the door. Tickets are on sale now for the event that will showcase cocktail specials and tastings.

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What you need to know about Willy de Mayo and Spartanburg's ... (Spartanburg Herald Journal)

The festivals will be held in the parking lots of the Spartanburg Willy Taco (930 E. Main St.) and Willy Taco Feed & Seed (217 Laurens Road) from 5-10 p.m. on ...

Their Cinco de Mayo party with live music will kick off at 6 p.m. The Spartanburg party will be set up on the left side of the restaurant's parking lot and will feature a few seated dining options as well as plenty of standing room in front of the stage. Unlike in previous years when the party would be held on the Monday nearest to Cinco de Mayo, this year’s Willy de Mayo will be held during operating hours. Samantha Swann covers food and restaurants in Spartanburg County. She is a University of South Carolina Upstate and Greenville Technical College alumna. "Let's have a busy restaurant where folks can have the traditional Willy Taco experience on Cinco de Mayo, but let's have an auxiliary parking lot party at the same time with live music and street tacos and fresh margaritas." "I'm a lemonade fanatic, especially any flavored lemonades so we just wanted to kind of stir up the game a little bit," said Beverage Director Keith Perkins of the new margarita.

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Man Shot and Killed, Teen Arrested at Orange County Cinco de ... (NBC Southern California)

A man is dead and a 17-year-old is in custody after a fatal shooting at a Cinco de Mayo carnival in Anaheim's La Palma Park.

A weapon was recovered from the scene of the shooting, police said. The shooting took place just as families were leaving the event, after a fight broke out between two groups of teenagers and someone pulled out a gun. A man is dead and a 17-year-old is in custody after a fatal shooting at a Cinco de Mayo carnival at an Anaheim park, police said Monday.

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Ortega® Celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a 'Year of Free Tacos ... (PRNewswire)

PRNewswire/ -- Ortega®, a leading brand of Mexican food products including taco shells, taco kits, Mexican seasonings, peppers and the number-one-selling...

Enter for a chance to win the Ortega 'Year of Free Tacos' sweepstakes by visiting www.ortega.com/sweepstakes and follow the on-screen directions to complete and submit an official entry. Beginning today, May 2, 2022 through May 6, 2022, consumers can enter to win the Ortega 'Year of Free Tacos' sweepstakes by visiting ortega.com/sweepstakes. One winner will be selected at random and receive 52 coupons for a free box of Ortega taco shells - enough to create more than 600 tacos - in addition to assorted Ortega® products for creating the ultimate taco. The promotion comes on the heels of a recent survey from the Ortega brand, that revealed just how much Americans are willing to give up for free tacos every day for a year. Survey Data Compilation: 1,300 American consumers who have eaten tacos ages 18-73 agreed to take a survey about their taco consumption. Luckily, Americans won't need to give anything up, including social media, to still be eligible to win free Ortega tacos for a year. For a complete list of official rules and for more information, please visit: www.ortega.com/sweepstakes-rules/.

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Bystander killed in shooting at Cinco de Mayo carnival in Anaheim (KTLA)

A bystander was shot and killed when a fight broke out moments after a carnival celebrating Cinco de Mayo came to an end in Anaheim Sunday night.

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Teen arrested after man killed at Anaheim Cinco de Mayo fest (Los Angeles Times)

Police arrested a 17-year-old boy in connection with a deadly shooting during a fight that broke out at a Cinco de Mayo carnival in Anaheim.

The victim, described only as a man, was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. A 17-year-old pulled out a handgun during the brawl and fired, hitting the victim. Police detained a group of juveniles at the scene.

SALSA celebrating Cinco de Mayo on May 7 (Brownwood News)

Under its newly elected leadership, with Raul Martinez as its President, the Strategic Alliance for Leadership and Social Action (SALSA) will host its 2nd ...

The festival is open to the public and everyone is welcome. Both SALSA and USHLI will award scholarships to Hispanic graduates from the Brownwood area. This celebration will serve to remind us all that, without the shedding of Mexican blood, America may have become two divided countries instead of just one great nation.”

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Bystander shot and killed at Anaheim's Cinco de Mayo fair (FOX 11 Los Angeles)

According to police, a fight among kids broke out at the fair on the north side of La Palma Park just after 10 p.m. Sunday. During that fight, a gun was drawn ...

A 17-year-old boy from Anaheim has been arrested and booked on suspicion of murder, according to police. According to police, a fight among kids broke out at the fair on the north side of La Palma Park just after 10 p.m. Sunday. During that fight, a gun was drawn and shots were fired, police said. The victim - who was not involved in the fight - was shot and taken to a local hospital for treatment of at least one gunshot wound.

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Take to Cinco de Mayo festivities at fiestas, concerts & more around ... (365 Things to Do in Houston)

Celebrate Mexican American culture with a weekend of celebrations, food and drink specials, concerts and more in Houston on Cinco de Mayo, Thursday, May 5, ...

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Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Los Angeles 2022 (On Air with Ryan Seacrest)

Cinco de Mayo (meaning Fifth of May in Spanish) is a holiday celebrated in parts of Mexico and also around the world as a celebration of Mexican heritage.

Full of interactive activities, live entertainment, and much more, the Rose Bowl's Cinco de Mayo event will kick off on Sunday, May 1. The Citadel Outlets also hosts a Cinco de Mayo celebration. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Cantina Pub Crawl in Santa Monica will feature tons of bars serving cerveza and tequila drinks/shots for half the normal price. Drink specials will be available for those who arrive early. Event organizers urge participants to secure a designated driver or to take a public ride share service. Another celebration in Downtown Los Angeles, Lucha VaVoom, features live Mexican wrestling, burlesque, comedy, and more.

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Teenager arrested in shooting that killed innocent bystander at ... (KABC-TV)

A teenager has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a Cinco de Mayo Festival in Anaheim that left an innocent bystander dead.

Police said the 17-year-old suspect, who has not been identified, fired a handgun during a fight involving a group of juveniles. Police said the 17-year-old suspect, who has not been identified, fired a handgun during a fight involving a group of juveniles. However, it doesn't appear to be the primary driving factor right now." However, it doesn't appear to be the primary driving factor right now." The victim who was struck by gunfire was not involved in the fight, and authorities believe he was attending the festival with friends. The victim who was struck by gunfire was not involved in the fight, and authorities believe he was attending the festival with friends.

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UTC Is Hosting a Cinco De Mayo Silent Disco (Sarasota)

Sarasota's University Town Center is teaming up with local restaurants and Silent Vibes for the ultimate Cinco De Mayo celebration.

And what would a Cinco De Mayo celebration be without margaritas and tacos? Poppo’s Taqueria will be serving up an assortment of tacos, while Origin Craft Beer and Pizza brings along the beer and margaritas. While it’s not a major holiday in Mexico, Cinco De Mayo has gained popularity in the United States among both Mexican-Americans and non-Mexican Americans alike.

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Your 2022 Guide to Delaware Dining on Cinco de Mayo (Delaware Today)

This Cinco De Mayo, there are plenty of places around Delaware to find delicious tacos, fresh guacamole and frosty margaritas.

If you are here for tacos, try the Tacos al Compadre with cheese and barbacoa or, if you are in the mood for adventure, try the beef cheek tacos. Get a trio of tacos, nachos and tortas at the location near Fox Run Shopping Center, Bear. Walk up to order and take your taco-y goodness home to enjoy. The eatery offers lengua (beef tongue) tacos as well as tripa (intestine), in addition to traditional al pastor and steak. The fajitas are fab and the mushroom quesadilla is a standout; be sure to try all the house-made sauces. Other favorites on the menu are the seafood enchiladas and the Plato Verde with cheese enchiladas in a bright tomatillo sauce, along with rice, beans and guacamole. Try the Mar Y Tierra (surf and turf) featuring crispy grilled shrimp and steak, fresh red onions and cucumbers over a light and crispy salad. Try the sausage, chicken or barbacoa tacos, topped with plenty of fresh cilantro and a variety of sauces. You know when you have to walk through a small grocery to get to the restaurant, it is going to be great Mexican food. Tuck into a delicious lamb stew or cozy up to some tostadas topped with queso fresco and crema. Start with guacamole and nachos, then follow it up with Chile Vallarta or the La Deliciosa platter, which includes grilled steak, chicken and chorizo with rice, beans and tortillas. You’ve found the spot at El Jefe in Astro Plaza on Kirkwood Highway. Poblano pepper, stuffed with queso fresco, is deep-fried until golden and served in a crave-worthy red sauce. Sit outside on the patio while sipping a smoky mezcal cocktail.

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Cinco de Mayo: Why do we celebrate? (10News)

Cinco de Mayo is a holiday widely celebrated in the United States with Mexican food, drinks and events. But not many know what the holiday commemorates.

By the 1930s, the holiday spread and was considered an opportunity to celebrate Mexican identity. The battle lasted from daybreak to early evening when the French finally retreated after losing 500 soldiers. Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day, which is celebrated on Sept. 16.

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Tacos, Margaritas and Live Music: Cinco de Mayo Specials in South ... (NBC 6 South Florida)

This day has also become popular among Mexican inspired restaurants around U.S. Every 5 de Mayo restaurants offer specials on tasty drinks and a variety of.

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Social Sightings: A Taco Bell Pop-Up and Four More Cinco de Mayo ... (Westword)

Mister Oso, Que Bueno Suerte and more are going big for Cinco de Mayo with specials, live music and other festivities.

Then we preserved the flesh, baked it and let it soak back in the vat," the brewery says. The 5 percent ABV seasonal beer debuted at the beginning of March at the taproom and is now available statewide in six-packs.Tree Shaker Imperial Tangerine IPA "On a sweltering sunny day, it’s not easy to choose between a marg and a brew," says Crooked Stave, which is why the brewery has combined the flavors of both in two new fruity concoctions. Both beers should be available in cans soon and on tap at Crooked Stave's Denver and Fort Collins taprooms.Rindhouse: The Tangelo Saison Massacre Wild Raspberry Ale is a 4.8 percent ABV slightly sweet, slightly tart beer that is now available in six-packs year-round.Raspberry Blonde Ale An optimist might point to the idea of renewal, the sweet-smelling buds on the trees around Colorado and the sound of birds chirping on patios.

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Stockton celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a parade and festival (Stockton Record)

Mexican flags adorned the streets of downtown Stockton on Sunday morning as children and families waved their flags. Aztec dancing, Baile Folklorico, ...

“I think what Cinco de Mayo represents for a lot of people is a good excuse to get out and begin the summer,” Apostolon said. “We try to educate them and bring them out and show them as much as we can about their culture and to celebrate it and to enjoy what a great culture it is,” Tapia said. An event that took over six months in preparation and planning to put together. He recalls his father who passed away also enjoyed attending the parade. “I think we bring a lot to the United States and just our entire community. It's a tradition he and his family continue now that the parade is back after two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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10 Cinco De Mayo Food And Drink Deals You Can't Miss (Delish.com)

For many, however—especially in the United States—it's become a day that people celebrate with Mexican food and margaritas. For the occasion, restaurant chains ...

Just sign up on or before May 5. The fast-casual Mexican chain is offering free delivery all week. The deal: $3 tacos on May 5. For the occasion, restaurant chains and brands are offering deals on tacos and drinks so you can partake respectfully. The deal: $3 tacos on May 5. The deal: 3 tacos for $6 on May 5.

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5 lugares donde festejar el Cinco de Mayo en Charlotte (La Noticia)

Se acerca el Cinco de Mayo y te decimos varias opciones para disfrutar la fiesta en Charlotte con toda la cultura mexicana.

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Cinco de Mayo es día de celebración para mexicanos y ... (El Tiempo Latino)

CULTURA. Con orquestas, trajes de colores y mosquetones, miles de personas festejan el Carnaval de Puebla en Filadelfia, que conmemora la batalla del Cinco de ...

Agrega el orégano, la pimienta de cayena, la sal, el azúcar, la menta y el cilantro. De acuerdo con la tesis de Hayes Bautista, el Cinco de Mayo es una fiesta creada por los latinos en California, a mediados del siglo XIX, con un significado que ha cambiado con el tiempo. Usando una cuchara sacabola, saca bolas de sandía, colócalas en un bol y déjalas a un lado. Las margaritas, la cerveza mexicana y los tacos son los protagonistas de la celebración. Te presentamos tres recetas para preparar y compartir en esta ocasión: Muchas de ellas tienen lugar en el propio estado de Puebla. La fiesta del Cinco de Mayo celebra una victoria inesperada.

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Downtown Flemington Hosts Cinco de Mayo Fiesta and More ... (InsiderNJ)

Flemington, NJ – May 2, 2022 – The Downtown Flemington Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will be held at 14 Turntable Junction on Saturday, May 7 from 3-7 p.m., ...

Fun in Flemington is measured by almost weekly special events. Flemington boasts several antique stores on Main Street and others nestled in unique spaces on side streets waiting to be discovered. It has grown in recent years as a regional destination for more than 400 businesses, including 50 restaurants, boutiques, country stores, national outlets, bookstores, and art galleries. Historic Flemington is Hunterdon County, NJ’s beautiful county seat, where there’s something for everyone. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will feature great authentic and inspired Mexican food, live mariachi bands, craft beer and sangria, Latino artisans, and kids’ activities. All genders are invited to ride, join the photo shoot, and build community, celebrating the common bond between all motorcycle enthusiasts!

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Cinco de Mayo (Crookston Daily Times)

In fact, Cinco de Mayo is actually a magnifica American tradition where Americans order enormous margaritas at authentic Mexican restaurants to celebrate the ...

Some say Cinco de Mayo is the biggest Mexican victoria over the American people since The Alamo. And we all remember The Alamo. That was in San Antonio, at The Alamo, which is near the Alamodome, which is near the Riverwalk, which has many, many authentic Mexican Restaurants to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. It will be una grand fiesta. Speed round: 1) Fajitas – Not Mexican. Fajitas are Tex-Mex, which is not Mex. It’s Tex; 2) New Mexico – This state is Not Mexican. New Mexico sure sounds Mexican. But it’s not. This cocktail is technically a sour drink but in reality, the margarita is unbearably sweet. And the menu of Taco Bell is also not Mexican. It may not even be food. This is the one day of the year that is in the Spanish. Cinco de Mayo means, try to stay with me here… But Mexican jumping beans are not beans. the Fifth of May. On this day, many Americans pile into authentic Mexican restaurants in America. They will tell you that Cinco de Mayo is Mexican Independence Day. Do not believe these people. Or as my in-laws call them, “shells”. Crispy tacos, the U-shaped things that are just a big cornchips, while ubiquitous at Taco Bell, ARE NOT A THING IN MEXICO! There are plenty of fried tacos (flautas! gorditas!) in Mexico but none of them are shells, carago. Taco Bell is not Mexican. It is owned by a big American company named (ironically?) Yum! Brands, Inc. There are no Taco Bells in Mexico. Not one. But the joke “that’s not yo cheese” is American. Probably. Texans appropriated the dish and Nacho – the dish, not the guy – migrated north. So the French left and Mexico became Mexican again.

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¡Celebra con nosotros el Cinco de Mayo en Gastonia! (WSOC TV)

Telemundo Charlotte y el Departamento de Policía de Gastonia te invitan a festejar una de las fechas más representativas de la cultura mexicana en Estados ...

La celebración del Cinco de Mayo tendrá lugar el sábado, 7 de mayo, a partir del mediodía en el estacionamiento de Eastridge Mall, en Gastonia. El evento será el primero en Gastonia y busca atraer a miembros de todas las comunidades del área. Esta iniciativa del departamento policial tiene como objetivo fortalecer los lazos de confianza con los latinos y ayudar a crear comunidades más fuertes y seguras. Telemundo Charlotte y el Departamento de Policía de Gastonia te invitan a festejar una de las fechas más representativas de la cultura mexicana en Estados Unidos.

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