Cinco de Mayo commemorates Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, when they were led by General Ignacio Zaragoza against the Second French Empire. In America, it is typically a more carefree celebration where you celebrate Mexican culture through their food and drink. In Tucson, Cinco de Mayo is a prime time for catered events, so it’s not too early to start thinking about your menu. Your Cinco de Mayo menu must include tacos and nachos, and of course, margaritas! Here’s how Tucson Creative Catering can help you plan your Cinco de Mayo menu:
Starters
We can prepare a wide variety of Mexican-themed starters to keep your guests happy until the main course is served. We specialize in tortilla chips and fresh, homemade salsa and guacamole, crafted with rich, locally sourced ingredients. For a sweeter starter, we offer cinnamon coated tortilla chips and fruit salsa. We can also make a fresh fruit and vegetable platter. If you’re interested in an elevated menu, we can offer veggie and chicken quesadillas, chicken tortilla pinwheels, chili con queso squares, mini taco bites, and mini chimichangas. If you’re planning a formal, sit-down dinner, consider our carne asada wonton cups, street tacos, and shrimp and chorizo skewers.
Main Courses and Sides
We have so many amazing, unique, and thoughtfully prepared main courses for any type of Cinco de Mayo party you’re considering hosting. Whether you want something casual, elevated, or formal, we can craft the perfect menu of complementary flavors, textures, and aromas. Our specialties are fajitas, enchiladas, and tacos for a more low-key affair. You can also opt for a more elegant or exquisite menu of prime rib or beef madeira. For sides, you can choose from baked beans, ranch beans, charro beans, or refried beans. Complement that with Spanish rice, cilantro lime rice, and a Tex-Mex salad for a well-rounded meal!
Desserts and Drinks
No party is complete without drinks and dessert! In keeping with our Cinco de Mayo theme, we suggest margaritas, micheladas, palomas, Mexican mules, and Mexican coffee. We also offer non-alcoholic beverages like prickly pear lemonade and prickly pear iced tea, fruit-infused waters, and canned sodas. And don’t skip dessert! We have eclectic dessert options like tres leches cake, s’mores stations, and a chocolate river, among many other options.
It’s never too soon to plan for a Cinco de Mayo party in Tucson! Call us today at Tucson Creative Catering. We can help you plan everything down to the last detail, so you can just relax and enjoy the party! Tucson Creative Catering is more than a company—we are a tradition! Call us today at (520) 690-0146 or fill out our online contact form to get started.