How Is Cinco de Mayo Celebrated in Mexico?
April
24,
2018
by Roxanna Brock McDade
When you think of Cinco de Mayo, what comes to mind? Incredible food? Margaritas? Beer? Vibrant costumes? Music and dancing? Although all of the above symbolize this historic celebration (particularly in the United States), there's a lot more to be discovered -- especially once you cross the border. What Is Cinco de Mayo? You may have...
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Dancing in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico
July
19,
2016
by Itzel Greenheck
Cholula, Puebla, Mexico Visits to Mexico are most often filled with adventure, entertainment, culture and fun. And sometimes the culture involves a local festival or celebration. In this video, Mexpro employee, Itzel Greenheck, found herself in a parade celebrating a Catholic Saint, while visiting Cholula, in the Mexican state of Puebla. Many of these types...
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An Ancient Ritual: Los Voladores de Papantla
July
7,
2016
by Itzel Greenheck
Remembering The Dance of the Pole Flyers Performed in Cholula, Puebla, Mexico It was a warm afternoon at the National Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City, dozens of middle school scuttled around the sculptures while the staff tried to teach them about Mexico’s pre-Columbian heritage. “Shhh, be quiet” said one of the teachers, allowing...
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Cinco de Mayo in Mexico
May
15,
2013
by Al Barrus
On "Cinco de Mayo" in 1862 the Battle of Puebla, Mexico was won by the Mexican Army, who was invaded by the French, the most mighty military power of the time...
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Excursion to Puebla: Part II
November
12,
2012
by Al Barrus
My Pueblan experience in one word: churches. From my hotel room in the center of Puebla City, what stood out: the crosses of cathedrals on the skyline...
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Excursion to Puebla: Part I
October
29,
2012
by Al Barrus
Our destination city of Puebla. From my hotel balcony I see a vista of cobblestone streets, 400-year-old architecture and countless churches & cathedrals...
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Cinco de Mayo: Celebrity Chefs Make Mole Poblano
May
4,
2012
by Roxanna Brock McDade
Mole poblano is the star of the Festival Internacional del Mole, which will be cooked, discussed, and tasted by culinary luminaries from the U.S. and Mexico...
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