Throw This Party: Cinco de Mayo
Want to add a little spice to your spring? Bring a Mexican fiesta into your home with these top tips...
Cinco de Mayo is a Spanish phrase that translates to, "Fifth of May", and the holiday originally commemorated the unlikely victory of the Mexican army at the Battle of Puebla, but the day is now most commonly known as a day for celebrating Mexican traditions and heritage all over the world.So on that note, why not get your friends and family together for your own Cinco de Mayo party? Here are a few fun ideas for bringing the feeling of a Mexican fiesta into your home...
On the Bar:
Margaritas—Don't forget to add rock salt on the rim of your margarita glasses!
Tip: Add a fun flavour to your margaritas like strawberry, cucumber or blood orange for an unexpected twist.
Micheladas—Mix beer, lime juice, tomato or clamato juice to make this Mexican bloody Mary.
Watermelon Agua Fresca—blend watermelon, lime juice, sugar and ice and pour for this cooling classic.
On the Table:
Cinco de Mayo is an excuse to let loose so feel free to go bold with your colour scheme! Infuse your look with vibrant pinks, greens, blues and yellows by incorporating brightly coloured paper decorations and vibrant floral décor into your party scheme. There's no wrong answer when it comes to the Cinco de Mayo colour palette, so find your favourite hues and bring them to life with fun scatter cushions or a vibrant rug. If the sun is making an appearance, bring the fiesta into the garden and relax with a margarita in the shade of an umbrella or let your guests go a little loco trying to break open a piñata!
Tip: Garnish with orange slices or sprigs of mint if you're feeling extra festive!
On the Menu:
7-Layer Dip Cups—This flavourful appetiser is based on Tex-Mex cuisine and is made as the name suggests. Simply spread a layer of refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, grated cheese, black olives & ground beef into single-serve glasses to be eaten with tortilla chips or strips.
Taco Bar—To get the party started, set up a station with large servings of your preferred taco toppings in lines on a serving plate or in a funky set of bowls for guests to build their own Mexican-inspired masterpiece. Include ingredients such as lettuce, diced tomatoes, black or pinto beans, avocado & cheese (to name a few) along with hard or soft taco shells for a self-serve fiesta favourite.
Piña Colada Cake—End on a light note with this sweet and playful treat, comprised of coconut sponge cake, lime curd and pineapple-flavoured buttercream frosting—it's sure to be a warm-weather favourite
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