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Cinco De Mayo: Five Fiesta-Worthy Foods To Make Or Try (weblogsinc)

Filed under: Arts and Culture, History, Learning, Festivals and Events, Food and Drink, North America, Mexico, United States In the United States, Cinco de Mayo ("fifth of May")** **is essentially yet another excuse to get hammered. In the Mexican state of Puebla, however, the holiday commemorates the Mexican Army's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated in other regions of Mexico; as in the States, it's a day of honoring Mexican pride and heritage. This year, instead of the standard chips and guacamole (and crippling hangover), try some beloved Mexican foods that are well suited to serve a crowd. They're easily made, or purchased if you live in a community with a sizable Hispanic population. _Buen provecho!_ **1. _Flor de Calabaza__ _**(squash blossoms)**:** Available now at your local farmers market or specialty produce shop, and a favorite of Mexican home cooks. Try sauteing them and tucking into quesadillas or dipping in batter and frying (stuff them with fresh goat cheese mixed with chopped herbs for a really special treat; click here for the recipe). **2. _Elotes_: **Whether served as whole, grilled ears of corn or ...

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