May 5th is Cinco de Mayo, which is often celebrated in America with margaritas and various Mexican dishes. The holiday commemorates the Mexican Armys victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla. As you pull together your feast, consider these recipes and learn more about the holiday.
Featured Recipes
Strawberry Margaritas
Springtime is a great opportunity to have a Happy Hour drink outside with friends. Follow this easy margarita recipe for a refreshing evening. Continue
Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Add some poblano-corn salsa to these tacos for a festive celebration of flavor especially for an outdoor gathering. Continue
Braised Mushroom Tacos
You can make this simple dish which can be prepared in advance to avoid being stuck in the kitchen all night long. Continue
Strawberry Mango Salsa
Try this sweet and spicy combination with mango, strawberry, and jalapeno seeds that is great for dipping or over grilled fish. Continue
Cinco de Mayo Recipe Collections
Taco Recipes
What is the best part of having tacos for a meal? You can choose your own fix-ins to include from meat to healthier additions! Continue
Burrito Recipes
Burritos are a great option for combining your favorite ingredients into one wrap for lunch or dinner. The options are endless. Continue
Salsa Recipes
Have a good bag of chips or pita ready to dip into these salsa recipes. Find your favorite flavor combination. Continue
You cannot forget the most important part of the meal margaritas! We have scoured the internet for the best margarita recipes. Continue
Kid-Friendly Recipes
Our friends at PBS Parents have several recipe suggestions for creating a Cinco de Mayo feast that kids will want to eat too. Continue
Mexican Recipes
From the traditional to the original, explore our collection of Mexican recipes that you can enjoy throughout the year. Continue
Learn More About Cinco de Mayo
Crafts for Kids
Join PBS Parents in some fun crafts your kids can make to celebrate Cinco de Mayo including pinatas and maracas. Continue
Create Your Own Cinco de Mayo Card
PBS KIDS show Maya and Miguel has an interactive card creator for Cinco de Mayo. Choose your own background and message to send to a friend. Continue
Cinco de Mayo in America
Journalist Ray Suarez of PBS NewsHour chronicles the history of Cinco de Mayo against the evolving status of Latinos in America. Continue