Cinco de Mayo Celebration

By Gayot Editors

Cinco de Mayo (Spanish for “Fifth of May“) commemorates Mexico’s victory in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. The Mexican Army, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza, persevered in spite of being outnumbered and underequipped over Napoléon III’s French army.

Below you will discover ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, from making the perfect margarita to festivities at restaurants and bars.

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