The history of 5 de Mayo 🇲🇽 Presented by: Rocio Carvajal Food history writer, cook and author. Episode 70 This year marks the 159th anniversary of the famous 5 de Mayo battle, but curiously this date means epic Mexican-themed celebrations in the USA, but why? In this epic episode, I […]
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The true history of the 5 de Mayo celebrations Ep.57
Presented by: Rocio Carvajal Food history writer, cook and author. Episode 57 5 de Mayo is internationally recognised as a Mexican celebration, but why is it such a big deal in the USA? In this epic episode, I explore the many events that lead to the famous battle of Puebla […]