Cinco de Mayo, which translates to the 5th of May, has become associated with tacos and margaritas, but the holiday is about ...

The celebration of Cinco de Mayo began as a form of resistance to the effects of the Mexican-American War, which occurred in ...

The French suffered 476 casualties in the Battle of Puebla, while the outnumbered Mexicans only suffered 339. M ay 5 is celebrated in Mexican-American communities throughout the U ...

Cinco de Mayo, which means “Fifth of May” in Spanish, is also more formally known as the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla.

Margaritas, chips and queso, and mariachi music are wonderful—but they’re not required for celebrating Cinco de Mayo. The ...

Cinco de Mayo has become a day to celebrate Mexican heritage, especially in the U.S., but historically, the holiday ...

Before Cinco de Mayo became associated with tacos and margaritas, the day served as a reminder of Mexico's triumph over the French in the Battle of Puebla. Here's what to know about the holiday.

It's actually more popular in the United States than in Mexico. And it may have helped tip the American Civil War in favor of ...

Did you know that Cinco de Mayo is often mistaken as Mexico’s Independence Day Despite widespread belief, this festive date ...

Cinco de Mayo festivities are taking place across the U.S. with music, tacos and tequila flowing. In the U.S., the date is ...

As many of us look ahead to Cinco de Mayo, make sure you know the true meaning behind the holiday and the best way celebrate.

Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in Mexico, but not as widely as in the United States. In Puebla, the day is observed with ...