Cinco de Mayo!
By: Sheri Wetherell
Published: May 5, 2008

Did you know that most Mexicans do not celebrate Cinco de Mayo? Unless you're from the Mexican state of Puebla, the 5th of May is just like any other ordinary day. Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day (which is actually September 16), but is in fact the day General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín and his army surprisingly defeated the French in the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. So here's to the Poblanos for their ancestors' bravery and their generosity in giving us Americans a reason to drink tequila!
Try these great fiesta-inspiring recipes!
Tequila Lime Shrimp from Humble Recipes 
Pork Carnitas Tacos 
Mango Salsa 
Zucchini Quesadillas 
Chiles Rellenos 
Michelada - a refreshing beverage of beer, lime and salt!
Photo by: mccun934

Comments:
El
May 5, 2010

I had no idea. Thanks for sharing these recipes. I wanted to make something Mexican for dinner and wasn't sure what to make. You solved the problem!