Thursday, May 7, 2009

How is Swine Flu Affecting This Holiday?

The celebration of Cinco de Mayo will go on despite swine flu lurking around. However, here will be a few precautions taken. For example authorites have enforced a 10 feet personal space rule and all participants are required to wear industrial strength gas masks. Though the swine flu is an inconvenience, the show must go on! Most activities will carry on as usual.

How is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?

Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in several different ways mostly in Mexico and Spain. Some use it as an excuse to eat Mexican food and drink margaritas, while others acknowledge the significance of the holiday. At the celebration of Cinco de Mayo there are parades, mariachi bands, and parades. One of the things that really stand out, is the Mexican food.