. They were also a favorite of my high school self.
5. Learn About Puebla
The battle of Puebla is the reason for Cinco de Mayo so don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the beautiful people, culture and history of the place. Aside from the foods, stories and art already mentioned, there is so much more to learn about the state of Puebla. The beautiful landscapes called Pueblos Mágicos are reason to add Puebla to your travel list. Puebla de Zaragoza is the capital of Puebla and its largest city and a Cultural Heritage of Humanity site by the UNESCO.
Puebla is also home to the Cholula, the largest pyramid in Mesoamerica. The legend of Iztaccíhuatl and Popocatépetl is based on two volcanoes, one active, in Puebla.
The painted Talavera tiles, originated in the region as a combination between Spanish pottery and native designs, and adorn local buildings. The traditional style of dress called china poblano also originated in Puebla. Local folk art also includes the clay craft called the Trees of Life.
This is really just scratching the surface so take something your family is interested in and get to researching!
salud to your Cinco de Mayo celebration
Don’t worry we didn’t forget the drinks! Don’t be drawn into the margarita trap. Try something new this year like a Horchata, Michelada, Paloma or Tepache. Our freinds at Reed’s sent over some of their craft ginger beer to enjoy this Cinco de Mayo. We can’t wait to try them with some tequilla in our aguas frescas for a little grown up version. Reed’s also makes a great addition to a Paloma or Michelada.
Created by Reed’s
- 2 oz. of Blanco Tequila
- 4 oz. fresh grapefruit juice
- .5 oz. fresh squeezed lime juice
- Top with Reed’s Extra Ginger Beer
- Lime Wedge (For Garnish)
Fill each glass half full with ice. Mix fresh lime, grapefruit juice and tequila. Stir until well combined. Top with Reed’s Extra Ginger Beer for a sweet and spicy kick! Garnish with a lime wedge and enjoy!
Ginger Ale Michelada
Created by Maya Feller
Ginger has long been loved for its health benefits. Soothing an upset tummy, being useful to manage nausea and adding a protective antioxidant boost to support systems within the body. Sitting down to a Ginger Ale Michelada made with real ginger is quite a treat. If you want to add alcohol to your version, add 4oz of the beer of your choice and reducing the ginger ale to 4oz for a low alcohol drink.
- 6 oz. Reeds Zero Sugar Real Ginger Ale
- 1 oz. lime juice
- 2 oz. tomato juice
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- Lime juice (For rim)
- Tajin seasoning (For rim)
- Fresh lime wedge (For garnish)
- Sliced jalapeño (For garnish)
Rub the rim of each glass with lime juice. Turn each glass upside down and coat the rim with the tajin seasoning. Fill each glass half full with ice. Pour 6oz of Reed’s Zero Sugar Real Ginger Ale into each glass. Add lime juice, tomato juice and hot sauce. Stir until well combined. Garnish with lime wedges and sliced jalapeño.