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Dos Equis Cinco de Mayo Special Combo Features Mexican Cuisine [i.e. Chicken Wings]

Speaking of Cinco de Mayo and concoctions that make no sense, Dos Equis is now offering some kind of Cinco de Mayo Combo featuring “Mexican cuisine” (i.e. chicken wings.) In short: When in doubt (about what’s Mexican or not) just stick … Continue reading

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It’s Cinco de Mayo! Time to Mix Drinks That Make no Sense

I hate Cinco de Mayo in the U.S., not so much because it’s a reminder of how clueless people are about Mexican history, but because it is also the time to market some of the stupidest, senseless food & drink concoctions … Continue reading

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This Company Wants me to Celebrate ‘Cinco de Mayo’ by Tattooing My ‘Ta-Tas’

Temporary breast tattoo company TaTaToos is so excited about Cinco de Mayo, it has come up with a culturally-relevant line of tattoos that promise to make your holiday -what else?- spicier. I’m not sure what’s more depressing; if saying “tatas” instead … Continue reading

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Gringos, Latinos, They All Failed Remezcla’s ‘Mexi-Quizz’

So Remezcla took to the streets of New York to quiz Latinos –and non-Latinos– on Mexican culture. This is what they had to say. This blogger was not the least surprised nor shocked at the sheer ignorance of the interviewees in the … Continue reading

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Happy Cinco de Mayo, Vatos! Here’s How to Fix Yourselves an Authentic Mexican Meal

For those of you who think I’m only bitching about advertising and cannot say anything good about anything anymore… Here is what I consider a truly great piece of advertising… and one that is perfect for your Cinco de Mayo … Continue reading

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Meet The ‘Pig-ñata’. Have a Happy Cinco de Mayo!

What better way to celebrate this influenza-themed Cinco de Mayo than with a $19.99 piggy-themed pig-ñata? Bash this baby, eat your Flaguamole and have a Happy and Safe Cinco! (And remember: This blogger’s birthday is on the 6th so don’t … Continue reading

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