Cinco de Mayo Party Guide – Sunset Magazine

20 Festive Cinco de Mayo Recipes

From the best-ever guac to amazing margs, these recipes round out your ultimate Cinco de Mayo party spread.

December 21, 2016

March 15, 2022

Parties & Menus

Recipes for the Ultimate DIY Taco Bar Menu

We tapped Donnie Masterton, the chef at Taco Lab by Tacolicious in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, for some modern fillings. Set them out with bowls of our favorite toppers and warm tortillas—and let your friends assemble their own while you mix the margaritas.

March 28, 2018

March 28, 2022

How to Make Corn Tortillas

Kick a Mexican recipe up a notch by making your own tortillas from scratch. It's easy!

April 6, 2016

May 14, 2018

How to Make Tamale Bites

Make these tasty bites for an easy holiday hors d’oeuvre or Mexican fiesta snack

October 27, 2016

May 14, 2018

The Latest From Sunset

Citrus-Fennel Pork over Creamy Polenta

Cast Iron Fennel Pork and Polenta

A thick-cut pork chop with a fragrant, porchetta-inspired crust served over buttery polenta and topped with a bright salad of shaved fennel, orange, and arugula.

November 10, 2026

November 10, 2026

Cowboy Style Great Room

Legendary Nike Designer Tinker Hatfield’s Oregon House Is Infused with Cowboy Style

A Will Rogers-themed retreat in Bend, Oregon, was built with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy as much family time as possible.

November 10, 2026

November 10, 2026

Pottery Barn Velvet Stockings Fireplace

Decorating & Design

The Holiday Decorations That Will Really Upgrade Your Space

These festive finds will create a magical scene this season.

November 10, 2026

November 10, 2026

Food Gifts Cookie Cutters

From Cooking Tools to Unique Meal Kits, Foodies Will Appreciate These Holiday Gifts

These indulgent food gifts will satisfy everyone on your list.

November 10, 2026

November 10, 2026

20 Latin American-Style Drinks

Kick off your party with a frosty mojito, margarita, sangria, or juicy agua fresca

January 25, 2010

January 25, 2010

Nathan Turner's Margarita Bar

Parties & Menus

How to Set up a Margarita Bar

Set up a colorful margarita bar with fresh flavors and a vibrant design to instantly start a party

April 25, 2018

September 8, 2021

Salt Air Margaritas

How to Make Salt Air Margaritas

Use this bartender’s trick to top margaritas with a delicate salt-lime foam

April 25, 2018

June 22, 2018

Favorite Tequilas

The very best 100 percent agave tequilas.

October 14, 2014

March 15, 2022

Mexican Finger-Food Fiesta

Throw the ultimate Mexican party—no knife or fork needed

July 16, 2010

July 16, 2010

Easy Mexican Dinners

Crisp Crab Tacos, Arroz con Pollo, and Enchiladas for days.

April 28, 2009

September 16, 2023

13 Great Mexican Side Dishes

Tailor your feast with guacamole, salsa, red rice, refried beans, chipotle grilled corn, and more.

November 30, 2009

March 17, 2022

11 Delicious Mexican Desserts

Create special treats with the flavors of dulce de leche, Mexican chocolate, chiles, and fresh fruit.

February 5, 2013

March 22, 2022

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