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Cinco de Mayo celebrates resilience and culture of Mexican people
- Cinco de Mayo celebrations occurred across the U.S. On May 5, including events in California and Austin, Texas, showcasing Mexican culture.
- The holiday honors the 1862 triumph of Mexican troops, commanded by Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza, against a larger and better-armed French army during the Battle of Puebla.
- In the United States, celebrations usually include parades, traditional foods, mariachi music, folkloric dance, and cultural exhibitions; however, many people confuse this occasion with Mexico's Independence Day, which actually takes place in September.
- Activists observe that Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the U.S. Have evolved from efforts to honor cultural heritage into events that increasingly exploit Latino stereotypes and commercial interests; according to Sehila Mota Casper, organizers have even canceled some events due to concerns over immigration enforcement.
- Despite complex views on immigration and politics, many Mexican Americans like Jacob Troncoza continue to celebrate Cinco de Mayo to honor their heritage and historical struggle.
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Rained-out party still brightens other locals' day
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - Pounds and pounds of carne asada, vegetables, Spanish rice, refried beans, and salsa is what a typical Cinco de Mayo menu - prepped over eight hours - looks like for the Idaho Falls Country Club - but what do you do when your Cinco de Mayo party gets rained out? That's what Jace Buroughs, head chef at the Idaho Falls Country Club Clubhouse, was wondering after Monday's wild weather drowned out plans for what is normal…
The Metro: Cinco de Mayo celebrates resilience - WDET 101.9 FM
The Mexican Patriotic Committee of Metro Detroit hosted its 60th annual Cinco de Mayo Parade on Sunday. Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s victory over France in the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Mexico was the underdog in that fight. France would eventually win the war and establish a period of control over Mexico. The battle remains a symbol of the resistance and resilience of the Mexican people against colonial powers. But celebrations this yea…
A local restaurant is celebrating Cinco de Mayo
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- Monday is Cinco de Mayo, and a local restaurant is joining in on the celebrations. Los Cabos Cantina and Grill in Peoria held its 10th annual Cinco de Mayo party. The restaurant started the tradition in 2014 and has held it every year since, but not 2020 due to COVID. Over the last decade, they've implemented new things like extending the party out to the parking lot, adding specialty menu items, and making exclusive merch…
Musician family celebrates May 5 at several local restaurants
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.- (KTLO) A three-generation family of musicians will move from restaurant to restaurant in Colorado Springs this Monday to perform Hispanic music on the occasion of Cinco de Mayo. Linda Gutierrez and her brother Margarito Salazar play guitar and sing, while Linda's granddaughter brings a unique touch with her violin. They also share with us the cultural meaning of the celebration commemorating the Battle of Puebla in 1862,…
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