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The Other Independence Day

Food, music and dance may be commonplace, but it’s a popular misconception that Cinco de Mayo (the 5th of May) is the official celebration of Mexican independence. In fact, the holiday is primarily celebrated in the Puebla region, to mark the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza Seguín. Cinco de Mayo has taken on greater significance north of the border as a day to honor Mexican culture, but don’t stow away the fireworks.

Mexican Independence Day, known as El Grito, September 16, commemorates the start of the Mexican War of Independence from Spain—a fight that would continue through September 1821. Since 2010 marks Mexico’s bicentennial year of independence, it’s worth filling more than one day, or two—how about 365?—with delicious food and shout-from-the-rooftops excitement. With celebrations all over the country this year, take a little time to raise a glass of Casa Dragones to a nation’s vibrant heritage.

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