IT ADDS UP TO A CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA PERFECTA!Byline: Fred Shuster Staff Writer Guess what? We've got another excuse for a party. Cinco de Mayo Cinco de Mayo (Spanish; “Fifth of May”) Mexican holiday commemorating the Mexican victory over the French at Puebla in 1862. The French army, better-equipped and far larger than the Mexican army, had been sent by Napoleon III to conquer Mexico. -- the Fifth of May -- is coming this weekend. For bar owners and cantina can·ti·na n. Southwestern U.S. A bar that serves liquor. [Spanish, canteen, from Italian, wine cellar.] keepers, that means a run on tequila, salt and liquors. For everyone else, it's Mexico's answer to St. Patrick's St. Patrick's or Saint Patrick's may refer to:
Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. , of course, has a ton of Cinco de Mayo events, including family ones, to choose from. And surprisingly, as Santa Clarita-based mariachi singer Noe Sandoval points out, America is even more committed to Fifth of May partying than Mexico is. "Here, everyone knows the day and everyone celebrates," said Sandoval, 36, who performs with the Mariachi Latino band at 5 p.m. Saturday at this weekend's big fiesta bash on Olvera Street Olvera Street is in the oldest part of Downtown Los Angeles, California, and is otherwise known as the birthplace of the City of Angels or El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historic Monument and is a department within the city. downtown. "You don't have to be from Mexico to celebrate it here. What I like about it is, every bar and restaurant has specials on that day and everyone knows about it." One special event on this day is the pay-per-view broadcast of the Oscar De La Hoya Oscar de la Hoya (IPA pronunciation: [ˈɑs.kɛɹ dɛ.lɑ.ˈhɔɪ.jɑ][1]) (born February 4, 1973) — nicknamed the Golden Boy vs. Floyd Mayweather Floyd Mayweather is the name of two persons, father and son:
For the BBC Radio 4 show, see . Saturday Live was a television chat show which was broadcast in Ireland on RTÉ One in the late 1980s. from the MGM MGM in full Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc. U.S. corporation and film studio. It was formed when the film distributor Marcus Loew, who bought Metro Pictures in 1920, merged it with the Goldwyn production company in 1924 and with Louis B. Mayer Pictures in 1925. Grand in Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. . The bout between the two boxing superstars and former Olympians is expected to shatter records. Yankee Doodle's in Woodland Hills (21870 Victory Blvd.) is airing it (for a cover of $20 per person). Cinco de Mayo isn't Mexican Independence Day, but it's celebrated like it is. On this day in 1862, a tiny army of 4,000 brave Mexican soldiers smashed French occupational forces at Puebla, Mexico. The Mexican forces were outnumbered three to one. Today, the day is a music-filled party celebrating freedom, liberty and heritage. And although the battle of Puebla Noun 1. Battle of Puebla - a battle in which Mexican forces defeated the French in 1862 Mexico, United Mexican States - a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810 was a long time ago, try to avoid lapsing into French while sipping tequila at the cantina. "It's one of our biggest days of the year," said Bernadette O'Rourke, a co-owner of Mexicali, the hip Studio City watering hole. "We have a line out the door starting in the afternoon and it just stays busy all night. It's a great night for a party." Along with its popular line of tequila drinks, Mexicali offers mariachi music to go along with Saturday's music mix. "Mariachi has remained authentic over all these years," said Sandoval, who is originally from Mexico City Mexico City Spanish Ciudad de México City (pop., 2000: city, 8,605,239; 2003 metro. area est., 18,660,000), capital of Mexico. Located at an elevation of 7,350 ft (2,240 m), it is officially coterminous with the Federal District, which occupies 571 sq mi and has been singing professionally for 15 years. "It's a traditional music that's never changed, and people love it for that reason." Celebrations around town Here are some of this weekend's Cinco de Mayo events. Olvera Street downtown (10 a.m. till late Saturday and Sunday): Popular and traditional music, cultural presentations, festival, dance, food, piIllegal 'X-value' for character STYLs voided void·ed adj. Heraldry Having the central area cut out or left vacant, leaving an outline or narrow border: a voided lozenge. here ata breaking and other entertainment. Children's Cinco de Mayo Fiesta (10 a.m. Saturday, Star Eco Station, 10101 Jefferson Blvd., Culver City Culver City, city (1990 pop. 38,793), Los Angeles co., S Calif., a residential suburb of Los Angeles; inc. 1917. It is a center of the U.S. motion-picture industry, whose roots in the city date to c.1915. Its chief manufactures are rubber products and computers. ): Smash a piIllegal 'X-value' for character STYLs voided here ata and shake your maracas during a fabulous south-of-the-border fiesta for the entire family. Conejo Valley The Conejo Valley is a region spanning both Southeastern Ventura County and Northwest Los Angeles County in Southern California, United States. It was discovered in 1542 by Spanish explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, and eventually became part of the Rancho El Conejo land grant by Days (Conejo Creek Park South, 23 Freeway, Janss Road exit): Mariachi and a Cinco de Mayo homemade salsa contest 1:30 p.m. Saturday. "We're looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. the best homemade salsa in the Conejo Valley," says Kevin Rock, Conejo Valley Days entertainment chairman. CHIME Charter Elementary School elementary school: see school. (19722 Collier St., Woodland Hills): From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, the fiesta features midway games Midway Games (NYSE: MWY) (formerly Midway Manufacturing) is an American video game publisher. Midway's legacy includes landmark titles such as Ms. Pac-Man, Spy Hunter, Tron, Mortal Kombat, and NBA Jam. , mariachi music, a cake walk, an inflatable obstacle course obstacle course n. 1. A training course filled with obstacles, such as ditches and walls, that must be negotiated speedily by troops undergoing training or participants in an obstacle race. 2. , food, silent auction and performances by Jumbo Shrimp Circus and the school's students. Knockout Fiesta (Queen Mary Queen Mary, Queen Marie, or Queen Maria may refer to: Queens Britain England
Cinco de Mayo Chili/Salsa Contest y MIllegal 'X-value' for character STYLs voided here s (Sycamore Grove Park, 5301 N. Figueroa St., Sycamore Grove): From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Featuring children's activities, an art exhibit, traditional foods for sale and the highlighted Chili/Salsa contest. Aquarium of the Pacific The Aquarium of the Pacific is located in the city of Long Beach, California at the mouth of the Los Angeles River. The aquarium features a collection of over 12,500 animals representing almost 1,000 different species. (100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach): From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, fourth annual celebration featuring traditional music, dance and food. Free with aquarium admission. Here are some tequila bars where the Fifth of May is marked with a good margarita. Mexicali Cocina & Cantina (12161 Ventura Blvd., Studio City): Hip cantina known for its margatinis. Casa Vega (13301 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks): This darkly lit bar/restaurant cheerfully mixes a potent margarita. Senor Fred (13730 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks): Good food and hip crowd make this a top Cinco de Mayo destination for locals. El Coyote (7312 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles): Everyone comes for the margaritas. La Velvet Margarita Cantina (1612 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles): Tijuana chic rules at this Cahuenga Corridor cantina. El Carmen (8138 W. Third St., Los Angeles): Four hundred bottles of tequila on the menu. L'Scorpion (6679 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood): Candlelit can·dle·lit adj. Illuminated by candles: a candlelit ceremony. tequila bar in the heart of Hollywood. La Cantina (6541 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood): Cheap eats and strong margaritas in trendy setting. Mexico City (2121 Hillhurst Ave., Los Feliz): Neuvo Mexican cantina has knockout margaritas made with top-shelf tequilas. El Guapo (7250 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles): Potent cocktail combos and a 42-ounce monster margarita. El Cholo For the Choloa language, see . For the 1986 video game, see . Cholo, broadly, is a term applied to persons of mixed Amerindian and Spanish ancestry. However, its precise usage has varied widely in different times and places. (1121 S. Western Ave., downtown): Strong margaritas await at this long-running joint. (LA.com contributed to this list) Fred Shuster, (818) 713-3676 fred.shuster@dailynews.com CLASSIC MARGARITA 2 ounces tequila 2 ounces Simple Syrup 1 ounce Cointreau OR Grand Marnier 1 ounce lime juice Lime wheel, for garnish Combine all ingredients except lime wheel in a cocktail shaker filled with 3/4 cup cubed ice and shake vigorously. Pour with the ice or strain into a glass, depending on personal preference. If serving frozen, combine ingredients in a blender with 3/4 cup crushed ice, blend until smooth, and pour into a margarita or other glass. Garnish with a lime wheel. Makes 1 serving SIMPLE SYRUP: In a small bowl or glass, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup hot water and stir until completely dissolved. Let cool completely before using. From "101 Margaritas," by Kim Haasarud. ORANJO MARGARITA 1 wedge lime 1 teaspoon salt 1 ounce Oranjo Flavored Tequila 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier 2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice 4 ounces crushed ice Rub lime wedge around rim of margarita glass. Dip moistened rim in salt. Chill glass until ready to use. Combine tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice and crushed ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously to blend and chill. Strain shaken mixture into glass over ice cubes, if desired. Garnish with lime wedge. Makes 1 serving From Jose Cuervo. New tequilas Jose Cuervo flavored tequilas Cuervo Oranjo Cuervo Tropino Cuervo Critico $20 for 750-milliliter bottle Each flavor is a proprietary blend of silver-styled tequila combined with clear, natural fruit flavors -- either oranges, pineapple, a hint of coconut and other tropical fruits or lime and other citrus fruits. The tequilas have been distilled two times like regular tequila, then flavored and bottled in Mexico. Drink as a chilled shot, sip over ice or in a margarita or favorite cocktail. Gran Centenario Leyenda, Extra Anejo Tequila $249.99 for 750-milliliter numbered bottle packaged in a burlap and leather box. Aged an average of four years in French Limousin oak barrels, this tequila is made in Jalisco, Mexico, with 100 percent blue agave and has a dark amber color and light and sweet woodiness with overtones of oak, maple, cloves and almonds. Extra Anejo is the newest classification of tequila granted by the Tequila Regulatory Council (El Consejo Regulador del Tequila, A.C.). Jose Cuervo Black Medallion $20.99 for 750-milliliter bottle; available at liquor stores. Offers a smooth, rich, slightly oaky flavor reminiscent of aged whiskeys. Aged a minimum of 12 months in new charred oak barrels. Serve on the rocks, or mix with cola and add a lime slice. Asomrita (margarita) $10.95 at El Torito Grill, Sherman Oaks This new drink creation with 100 percent blue agave, AsomBroso Tequila (in a mini decanter) is mixed and hand-shaken at your table with Bols Blue Curacao and Sweet and Sour sweet and sour adj → agridulce Mix. Served straight up. -- Natalie Haughton 1800 Coleccion Tequila $1,800 for 750-milliliter bottle; limited availability; sold as a shot in selected high-end restaurants and tequila bars This tequila, crafted in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, is among the finest limited-edition, estate-bottled, aged tequilas in the world, released only in the best years of production. The release pictured here is accompanied by a pewter and glass decanter designed by Mexican artist Alejandro Colunga. The dark amber spirit is described as rich with aromas of deep oak, vanilla, toasted almonds, cloves and pepper. CAPTION(S): 11 photos, box Photo: (1 -- cover -- color) Cinco de Mayo Ways to celebrate (2 -- color) no caption (shot of tequila) (3 -- color) no caption (lime) (4 -- color) no caption (salt) (5 -- color) no caption (margaritas) (6 -- color) CLASSIC MARGARITA (7 -- color) Jose Cuervo flavored tequilas (8 -- color) Gran Centenario Leyenda, Extra Anejo Tequila (9 -- color) Jose Cuervo Black Medallion (10 -- color) Asomrita (margarita) (11 -- color) 1800 Coleccion Tequila Box: New tequilas (see text) |
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