One of the most popular events connected to Mexican Independence Day is when the President of Mexico rings the year-old bell Father Costilla used in and recites the Grito de Dolores speech in front of , people.
This event is broadcasted live to millions via Mexican TV and radio on the evening of September Cinco de Mayo celebrates another victory when the outnumbered Mexican army defeated the powerful French militia in during the Battle of Puebla.
Father Costilla delivers his legendary speech, spurring the population to revolt against Spanish rule. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated with festive fireworks, fiestas or parties, and lots of good food and music. The colors for the day are of the Mexican flag — red, white, and green — which are seen everywhere in public areas along with flowers and other decorations. Traditional mariachi music spices up the events with lively dancing.
Of course, food is one of the most important aspects of Independence Day celebrations — restaurants and street vendors sell traditional Mexican food. Others prepare feasts at home to serve at parties. Popular beverages for parties are Mexican beer, sangria, or tequila. Some experts in international relations think that Cinco de Mayo is more popular in the USA because it celebrates Mexican culture overall and does not celebrate the start of a war in another country, which Mexican Independence Day does.
Dolores, the charming colonial town where Father Hidalgo gave his famous Cry of Dolores speech, is located in central Mexico. The church where Hidalgo gave his famous speech still stands and there is a museum dedicated to his life in town as well as affordable hotels in the area.
Enjoy the festivities while you enjoy a hearty, flavorful meal and an ice cold cerveza. The vertical stripes represent — in order — independence, Roman Catholicism, and unity. Settle down in front of your TV or radio when the President of Mexico delivers El Grito de Dolores, complete with bell ringing, at 11 p. Then let the party begin! Chiles En Nogada poblano chiles stuffed with savory meat features the three colors of the Mexican flag: green fresh parsley , white walnut cream sauce , and red pomegranate seeds.
Beans are a staple of Mexican cooking, so buy some fresh pinto or black beans and whip up a hearty Mexican meal of Frijoles de la Olla beans in a pot , which is basically a pot of simmered beans mixed with onion and garlic and topped with fresh sour cream. Skip commonplace beverages like beer and margaritas and offer something different, like a traditional Mexican ponche fruit punch made from sugarcane, oranges, pears, guavas, raisins, and apples seasoned with cinnamon and clove.
Queso is the Spanish word for cheese, and the only thing cheesier than an overdramatic Mexican telenovela is Queso Fundido, a traditional Mexican fondue of melted white cheese simmered with lime juice, hot sauce and garlic. We love that Mexican Independence Day honors a brave holy man who gave his life to free his country. We keep track of fun holidays and special moments on the cultural calendar — giving you exciting activities, deals, local events, brand promotions, and other exciting ways to celebrate.
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