The fifth of May -- Cinco de Mayo in Spanish -- is a national holiday in Mexico. It commemorates the Mexican victory over the French at the battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. The victory, led by Texas-born General Ignacio Zaragoza, was an important step for Mexico in her fight for independence. Though vastly outnumbered, the French were defeated...a great symbolic victory for the Mexican government and the resistance movement.
A common mistake, Cinco de Mayo is not to be confused with the Mexican Independence Day, which occurred on September 16, 1810. This was 52 years prior!
Within Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where Zaragoza's unlikely triumph occurred, although other parts of the country also take part in the celebration. Traditions include military parades, recreations of the Battle of Puebla and other festive events.
This recipe is from
Relish Burger Bistro at The Phoenician,
A
Luxury Virtuoso Property in Scottsdale, AZ
Recipe Below:
Recipe
- 2oz Tequila (recommend a
reposado such as
Siete Leguas or Anjeo such as Tonala) - 1 - 1 ½ oz agave nectar
- Fresh muddled watermelon
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