cinco de mayo

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Most folks pull out the guacamole and celebrate with friends over margarita specials at their local cantina, but beyond the revelry of the fiesta, here are a few things you might not know about the fifth of May holiday:

Cinco de Mayo is not widely celebrated in Mexico, but is huge in the United States, truly making it a Mexican-American holiday.

It’s a big celebration day in Mexico and for people looking for a good excuse for a party in this country – you don’t even have to be Mexican.  So what’s Cinco de Mayo all about?  It celebrates a huge military victory on the 5th of May, 1862 by Mexican soldiers over a French army double in size in a town 100 miles east of Mexico City.

Cinco De Mayo is tomorrow and you’re looking for a little flavor. Don’t look any further than Moe’s Southwest Grill on Niagara Falls Boulevard near the 290 or Moe’s on Delaware in North Buffalo near the Target Plaza. Cinco De Moe’s! It’s Cinco De Mayo for your family. Both locations will have bounce houses, photo booths, characters and more.

Though many argue about who actually invented the margarita, the drink first appeared on Mexican bar menus in  the '30s and '40s. Prepare for your own Cinco de Mayo party by making a batch of the tasty libation: we've concocted a list of the best margarita recipes to help you out.

You don't have to be of Mexican heritage to partake in Cinco de Mayo festivities, or even to throw your own bash. Here are five tips for planning the best Cinco de Mayo party this side of the border:

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Most folks pull out the guacamole and celebrate with friends over margarita specials at their local cantina, but beyond the revelry of the fiesta, here's a few things you might not know about the fifth of May holiday: