Cinco de Mayo, (Spanish for the fifth of May) commemorates the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when a small, poorly equipped Mexican army defeated a much larger and powerful French Army.
In the United States, Cinco de Mayo has become highly commercialized. Mexican heritage is celebrated with extravagance on May 5th with parades, parties and folk festivals throughout the country. Red, white and green, the colors of the Mexican flag, are festively displayed. However, throughout most of Mexico, Cinco de Mayo goes surprisingly unnoticed. Only a few random celebrations occur throughout the country.
As in the United States, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated throughout Canada as a Mexican cultural festival. Parades, decorations, Mexican food and live music are commonly found on May 5th. Vancouver draws the largest crowds for the festivities in Canada; it hosts the biggest and most unusual Cinco de Mayo event every year at Abbotsford Skydive Centre, where a skydiving and air show are held to celebrate the holiday.
As in the United States, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated throughout Canada as a Mexican cultural festival. Parades, decorations, Mexican food and live music are commonly found on May 5th. Vancouver draws the largest crowds for the festivities in Canada; it hosts the biggest and most unusual Cinco de Mayo event every year at Abbotsford Skydive Centre, where a skydiving and air show are held to celebrate the holiday.
At Delmanor Northtown residents celebrated Cinco de Mayo in their own unique style. The seniors enjoyed wonderful Spanish music and a dinner menu that incorporated many Mexican favorite foods and lively Mexican themed decorations.
It was surprising how many residents love Mexican food and delighted in sharing personal memories of their trips to Mexico in the past.
For more information about the wonderful themed dinners at Delmanor Northtown Seniors Communities, please contact Nikki Lewis or Laurie Fortin at (416) 225-9146 or online at delmanor.com
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