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September 16, Mexico's Independence Day, is one of the biggest parties of the year in Central America. Once ruled by Spain, Mexico gained its freedom after more than a decade of fighting in 1821, according to the Library of Congress. Though that day was August 24, Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16.
Every year since, the holiday is celebrated with nationwide parades, fireworks, speeches, music and traditional dishes. Some of these dishes are popular year-round, and some are unique to the holiday. Can you guess these traditional holiday foods for Mexican Independence Day? Don't forget to enter your email address for the chance to win four meal cards to Café Rio!
