Cinco de Mayo in California is not only a date to remember the Battle of Puebla, it is a true explosion of culture, music, gastronomy and Latino pride. Throughout the state, from San Diego to Sacramento, the streets are filled with mariachi, tacos, folkloric dances and a vibrant energy that makes you feel part of something big.
One of the biggest misconceptions out there is how people in the United States think that the Mexican Independence is celebrated on May 5th and not September 16th.