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How We Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Buffalo [TWEETS OF THE WEEK]

Deandra Modica — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:59:47 +0000

In Buffalo we love any holiday that gives us an excuse to party. Cinco de Mayo is no exception. Especially since we’re so close to the border. Well, that sucks. Keep telling yourself that. These photos never get old. Some can’t handle it. Others let their obnoxiousness shine. And everyone wants a Corona. Want to [...]

Cinco De Drinko = Margaritas!!! [DRINKS WITH JACK]

Deandra Modica — Fri, 03 May 2013 11:36:13 +0000

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a refreshing twist on the margarita. Try out this Watermelon Margarita recipe. We hear they go great with guacamole. *** Ingredients 2 Teaspoons sugar 1 Lime wedge 3 1/2 cups cubed seeded watermelon 1/2 cup tequila 2 Tablespoons sugar 3 Tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 Tablespoon Triple Sec (orange-flavored liqueur) [...]

Cinco De Mayo Facts

Pete Colosimo — Sat, 05 May 2012 14:00:39 +0000

Cinco De Mayo has recently become a household holiday, but why do we celebrate it? Here are some facts you may not know about the celebration of the Fifth of May. Why do we celebrate it? Well, contrary to what you may have heard or believed, Cinco De Mayo is not the celebration of Mexico’s [...]

Best Place To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo In Buffalo

Brad Hohman — Fri, 04 May 2012 15:34:35 +0000

Buffalo has no shortage of great Mexican restaurants, everything from fancy places to take a date to hole in the wall joints to hang with friends. This weekend is Cinco de Mayo and we have put together a list of our favorite Mexican restaurants to celebrate May 5th. Or any other day of the year. [...]

5 Awesome Party Ideas for Cinco de Mayo

Townsquare Staff — Wed, 02 May 2012 10:00:27 +0000

You don’t have to be of Mexican heritage to partake in Cinco de Mayo festivities, or even to throw your own bash. Here are five tips for planning the best Cinco de Mayo party this side of the border: 1. BYO Dip Instead of asking everyone to BYOB, ask your attendees to bring their own [...]

5 Best Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Townsquare Staff — Tue, 01 May 2012 14:00:49 +0000

Though many argue about who actually invented the margarita, the drink first appeared on Mexican bar menus in the '30s and '40s. Prepare for your own Cinco de Mayo party by making a batch of the tasty libation: we've concocted a list of the best margarita recipes to help you out. Thinkstock 1 Classic Margarita [...]

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo By Visiting One of These 10 Unbelievable Mexican Destinations

Kathy Landin — Tue, 01 May 2012 10:00:13 +0000

With Cinco de Mayo just around the corner, we have Mexico on the brain. Perhaps this year, instead of celebrating the day with watered-down margaritas at your local Tex-Mex chain restaurant, you should start planning that trip to Mexico you’ve always talked about taking. The country is filled with a rich culture, profound history and [...]

What Is the Real Story Behind the History of Cinco de Mayo?

Townsquare Staff — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:00:05 +0000

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Most folks pull out the guacamole and celebrate with friends over margarita specials at their local cantina, but beyond the revelry of the fiesta, here are a few things you might not know about the fifth of May holiday: Not Mexican Independence Day? A common misconception about Cinco de [...]

What's the Biggest Party Day of the Year in Buffalo? [POLL]

Staff — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 10:00:48 +0000

2012 is nearly here and everyone is planning where they'll be to party in the new year. This got us thinking about what day of the the year is the biggest party? Is it New Years Eve, St. Patrick's Day, Cinco de Mayo, or possibly Dyngus Day. Let us know what you think.

Top 5 Beers to Drink on Cinco de Mayo

Nicole Sabuda — Thu, 05 May 2011 16:48:11 +0000

Got any plans for Cinco de Mayo? If you're not sure what to do and you're thirsty!... Check out our Top 5 Beers to drink on Cinco de Mayo! At least you wont be thirsty anymore.

Latino Comics Refer to Us As Gringo FM

Staff — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:40:03 +0000

Happy Cinco de Mayo day! Some of the funniest comedians are Latino and we’re featuring them for Cinco de Mayo starting with Felipe Esparza who won last seasons ‘Last Comic Standing’ competition on NBC. Our next featured Latino comic is Gabriel Iglesias making fun of cops and their donuts. She’s not a comic but Salma [...]

Are You Partying on Cinco De Mayo?

Staff — Wed, 04 May 2011 18:03:31 +0000

Cinco De Mayo is tomorrow and you’re looking for a little flavor. Don’t look any further than Moe’s Southwest Grill on Niagara Falls Boulevard near the 290 or Moe’s on Delaware in North Buffalo near the Target Plaza. Cinco De Moe’s! It’s Cinco De Mayo for your family. Both locations will have bounce houses, photo booths, characters and Jack's Sticker Pimps will be at the Moe's on Delaware at 3 pm tomorrow giving away Burrito's to the first 50 hungry Jack FM listeners that show up.

The Best Margarita Recipes for Cinco de Mayo

Jack FM Staff — Tue, 03 May 2011 15:28:28 +0000

Though many argue about who actually invented the margarita, the drink first appeared on Mexican bar menus in the ’30s and ’40s. Prepare for your own Cinco de Mayo party by making a batch of the tasty libation: we’ve concocted a list of the best margarita recipes to help you out. Classic Margarita There are many “classic” [...]

Cinco de Mayo Party Ideas

Jack FM Staff — Sun, 01 May 2011 11:44:05 +0000

The History Behind Cinco de Mayo

Staff — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 12:09:29 +0000

Cinco de Mayo is fast approaching. Most folks pull out the guacamole and celebrate with friends over margarita specials at their local cantina, but beyond the revelry of the fiesta, here’s a few things you might not know about the fifth of May holiday: Not Mexican Independence Day? A common misconception of Cinco de Mayo [...]