Cinco de Mayo

President Joe Biden marked Cinco de Mayo on Thursday by honoring the impact that Mexican Americans and other immigrant communities have had in the United States as he hosted a White House party with Mexico’s first lady as the guest of honor. Beatriz Gutiérrez Müller, wife of Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, joined Biden and first lady Jill...

The team at SoCal’s popular bakery La Monarca reveals the recipe behind one of their favorite latin desserts to California Live’s Jessica Vilchis.

California Live’s Amber Pfister strikes margarita and mariachi gold in Old Town San Diego at Casa Guadalajara!

California Live’s Jessica Vilchis and Acceso Total’s Armida Mier discuss the real meaning behind the Cinco de Mayo holiday, including how it started, who celebrates and why!

To mark Cinco de Mayo, an immersive art show is taking place Thursday night in San Francisco celebrating the work of artist Frida Kahlo. The exhibit will incorporate large-scale projections of her work accompanied by music.

On Cinco de Mayo, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance — and how and where it’s celebrated now.

Cinco de Mayo is here and cities all over the Bay Area are celebrating. Here are some celebrations happening Thursday and over the weekend.

Discover the best Cinco De Mayo deals you can take advantage of this Thursday.

As crowds gathered to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the South Bay Wednesday, there was a sense of joy and relief as getting a COVID-19 vaccination was part of the festivities.

President Joe Biden stopped at Taqueria Las Gemelas in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday to order takeout in honor of Cinco de Mayo. The lunch run was part of the president’s efforts to highlight his administration’s push to help restaurants struggling from the pandemic.

When we think of Mexican alcohol tequila comes to mind, but mezcal is celebrated as one of the most sacred Mexican spirits as it’s been produced for over 500 years. To celebrate Cinco De Mayo “California Live” visits a Carmel restaurant that features one of the largest curated collections of mezcal in the state. Watch and learn the appropriate way...

“California Live” catches up with our friend Mario Lopez on his new campaign with Modelo. He shares why he decided to be a part of recognizing healthcare heroes on the frontline. Plus, we hear about why he thinks “Access Hollywood” is going on 25 years strong and why his love for entertainment will always run deep.

Happy Cinco de Mayo! To get in the spirit, “California Live” visits Alta Baja Market—a one stop shop that features Mexican fanfare (from cookbooks to cooking classes) sourced from California, the Southwest, and Mexico. Watch and join our celebration with a toast from the michelada bar and an all-female mariachi band performance.

On Cinco De Mayo, we celebrate the Mexican army’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. May 5 has also become rather popular party day in the United States — and a great excuse to enjoy our favorite Mexican snacks, from burritos to guacamole. Of course, margaritas are in the mix as well.

On Cinco de Mayo 2021, take some time to learn about the history and meaning of this day of remembrance—and how and where it’s celebrated now.

The shelter-at-home order didn’t stop people from celebrating Cinco de Mayo in San Jose Tuesday. Police had their hands full managing traffic and crowds. Jean Elle reports.

Jessica Vilchis, Danielle Nottingham, and Malou Nubla face off in a margarita-making contest this Cinco de Mayo.

San Jose police will be keeping a watchful eye on the expected Cinco de Mayo celebrations Tuesday night, but the department has reiterated that it doesn’t plan to send officers into a crowd if the only rule breaking is not sheltering at home. Damian Trujillo reports.

San Jose police will be keeping a watchful eye on the expected Cinco de Mayo celebrations Tuesday night, but the department has reiterated that it doesn’t plan to send officers into a crowd if the only rule breaking is not sheltering at home.

It’s as if they didn’t realize we’re in the middle of a health emergency. That’s how some people are describing the impromptu Cinco de Mayo celebrations in San Jose on Sunday. Kris Sanchez reports.