The holiday actually commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

Cinco de Mayo in Florida is celebrated mainly through festivals, food and music events in cities like Miami and Orlando.

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Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla, not its independence from Spain. While a minor holiday in Mexico, especially outside Puebla, it has grown ...

From Chipotle to Chuy’s, restaurants and brands are offering Mexican food and drink specials to mark the fifth of May. Here’s ...

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