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Cinco de Mayo Party Drinks – the Margarita

Margaritas are practically the national drink of Mexico. Some say the drink was created in a Mexican bar for a showgirl who was allergic to all kinds of alcohol except tequila. Others attribute its start to a Dallas socialite named Marjorie Sames at a Christmas party in her Acapulco home in the 1940’s. 

A Fun Cinco de Mayo Party Planning Idea

Here’s a fun idea for a Cinco de Mayo party - a Salsa recipe contest!  I love including contests when I plan parties.  It makes things fun for everyone and gives your guests a chance to get to know each other better.  It also lets you go shopping for fun prizes.

Cinco de Mayo Party Planning

I'm always looking for ways to involve the kids in party planning.  Here's a unique Cinco de Mayo decorating idea which includes the kids AND makes a fun science experiment.

Cinco de Mayo Party Theme

The other day I asked my son William what "Cinco de Mayo" meant to him.  "Um... the 5th of May?" he replied. It was one of those cute kid moments, but I think its important to know the meaning behind why we celebrate holidays.

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