{"id":21711,"date":"2025-04-25T17:52:23","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T00:52:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/?p=21711"},"modified":"2025-04-25T17:52:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-26T00:52:24","slug":"traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/","title":{"rendered":"Traditional Mexican Dishes to Try During Cinco de Mayo"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/guides\/cinco-de-mayo-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cinco de Mayo<\/a> celebrates Mexico\u2019s underdog victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. It\u2019s a holiday that\u2019s grown into a global tribute to Mexican culture, especially here in the US, where cities like San Francisco light up with festivals, mariachi bands &amp; incredible food. There\u2019s no better way to dive into the spirit of Cinco de Mayo than by savoring traditional Mexican dishes. These recipes, born from centuries of tradition, tell stories of community, creativity, and resilience. From smoky moles to crispy chalupas, each bite is a chance to connect with the holiday\u2019s roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Why_Traditional_Mexican_Food_Shines\" >Why Traditional Mexican Food Shines<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Mexican_Foods\" >Mexican Foods<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Mole_Poblano\" >Mole Poblano<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Chalupas_Poblanas\" >Chalupas Poblanas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Chiles_en_Nogada\" >Chiles en Nogada<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Tamales\" >Tamales<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Pozole\" >Pozole<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Carnitas\" >Carnitas<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Elote\" >Elote<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/traditional-mexican-dishes-to-try-during-cinco-de-mayo\/#Flan\" >Flan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-traditional-mexican-food-shines\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Traditional_Mexican_Food_Shines\"><\/span>Why Traditional Mexican Food Shines<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mexican cuisine is popular all around the world. It blends indigenous ingredients like corn, chiles and even chocolate with Spanish influences, creating dishes that are bold yet comforting. Puebla, the birthplace of Cinco de Mayo, is also the home of mole poblano, a sauce with over 20 ingredients that\u2019s absolutely delicious. And did you know corn, a staple in dishes like tamales, has been cultivated in Mexico for over 10,000 years? These traditions are history on a plate, making them perfect for your Cinco de Mayo feast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mexican-foods\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mexican_Foods\"><\/span>Mexican Foods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Mole Poblano\" class=\"wp-image-21801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Mole-Poblano.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mole Poblano<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mole-poblano\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mole_Poblano\"><\/span>Mole Poblano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A rich sauce poured over tender chicken or turkey, blending smoky chiles, nuts, spices and a hint of chocolate. Mole poblano, created in Puebla, is the perfect food for Cinco de Mayo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Renowned for its brick-red color and smooth texture, this sauce is a labor-intensive masterpiece. It blends upwards of 20 ingredients into a harmonious balance of savory, sweet, smoky, and subtly spicy notes. At its core are dried chiles\u2014typically ancho for sweetness, mulato peppers for depth, pasilla for smokiness and sometimes chipotle for a gentle heat. Each pepper is toasted and soaked to unlock their flavor before being ground into a paste. These are mixed with roasted tomatoes, garlic &amp; onions, while almonds, peanuts or sesame seeds add a nutty richness. Raisins or plantains mix in some sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The spice profile, with cinnamon, cloves, and anise, are a nod to the Spanish ingredients that fused with indigenous traditions. Stale tortillas or bread act as a thickener and the star ingredient, a bit of Mexican chocolate or cocoa, adds a bittersweet complexity that ties it all together. Hours of slow simmering meld these elements into a sauce, often poured generously over tender chicken or turkey, with rice or warm corn tortillas on the side to soak up every drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tied to legend, Mole Poblano is said to have been born in the 17th century, possibly in Puebla\u2019s Convent of Santa Rosa, where a nun crafted it to impress a dignitary, or as a creative blend to honor a viceroy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Chalupas Poblanos\" class=\"wp-image-21797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chalupas-Poblanos.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chalupas Poblanos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chalupas-poblanas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chalupas_Poblanas\"><\/span>Chalupas Poblanas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These crispy corn tortillas are Puebla\u2019s answer to street food heaven. Topped with shredded chicken or pork, tangy salsa &amp; a sprinkle of cheese, chalupas are like mini tostadas with serious crunch. They\u2019re a Cinco de Mayo favorite because they\u2019re quick to eat, easy to share and pack a punch of flavor without overwhelming your plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chiles-en-nogada\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chiles_en_Nogada\"><\/span>Chiles en Nogada<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiles en Nogada is a Mexican dish from Puebla, perfect for Cinco de Mayo. It is made with a big poblano chile stuffed with a savory &amp; sweet mix of ground meat (usually pork or beef), chopped apples, pears, peaches, and raisins, all spiced up with a bit of cinnamon and garlic. It\u2019s like a party in every bite.. Then it\u2019s draped in a nutty walnut sauce that\u2019s pale and velvety, sprinkled with bright red pomegranate seeds for a pop of color and crunch. The green chile, white sauce, and red seeds mimic Mexico\u2019s flag, making it a patriotic favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Tamales\" class=\"wp-image-21799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Tamales-Mexican-Food.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mexican Tamales<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tamales\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tamales\"><\/span>Tamales<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Steamed corn dough wrapped in husks, tamales are a labor of love filled with anything from spicy pork to cheese and chiles. They\u2019ve been a holiday staple since ancient times and are popular for Cinco de Mayo. Their soft, pillowy texture and surprise filling make each unwrap a delight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Pozole Mexican Dish\" class=\"wp-image-21804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pozole-Mexican-Food.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pozole<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pozole\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pozole\"><\/span>Pozole<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This hearty stew is a amazing, loaded with hominy, pork or chicken, and a bright red or green chile broth. Topped with crunchy radishes, cabbage &amp; a squeeze of lime, pozole is comfort in a bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Carnitas Mexican Food\" class=\"wp-image-21806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Carnitas.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Carnitas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-carnitas\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carnitas\"><\/span>Carnitas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Slow-cooked pork, crispy on the edges and tender inside, carnitas are the ultimate taco filling. Seasoned with citrus and spices, they\u2019re a versatile meat that shines in tortillas, burritos, or just by the forkful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Elote\" class=\"wp-image-21808\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/elote-san-francisco.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Elote in San Francisco<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-elote\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Elote\"><\/span>Elote<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Grilled corn on the cob gets a Mexican makeover with elote, slathered in mayo, sprinkled with cotija cheese and dusted with chili powder. It\u2019s messy, fun, and impossible to resist. This street food gem is a Cinco de Mayo must because it\u2019s a quick, shareable side that brings bold flavors to the table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Flan\" class=\"wp-image-21798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-1422x800.jpg 1422w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-915x514.jpg 915w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-360x202.jpg 360w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Flan-Mexican-Dessert.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Flan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-flan\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flan\"><\/span>Flan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For dessert, flan is the way to go. It&#8217;s a creamy custard topped with a caramel sauce that\u2019s both simple and indulgent. Its silky texture and sweet finish make it a perfect closer for your Cinco de Mayo meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cinco de Mayo is all about coming together, and these dishes are your ticket to a meal that honors Mexico\u2019s past while lighting up your taste buds. Whether you\u2019re simmering mole in your kitchen or grabbing elote from a San Francisco food truck, each bite celebrates the holiday\u2019s roots in Puebla and the wider world of Mexican cuisine. While there is nothing wrong with grabbing a Mission burrito with a cold <a href=\"https:\/\/crawlsf.com\/a-short-history-of-corona-beer\/\">Corona<\/a> on Cinco de Mayo, we highly suggest trying one of these tasty dishes that you may not have had before.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Excited for Cinco de Mayo? 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