How sweet!
Mazapan
What day is it today?
Cinco de Mayo
This plant from Mexico has spikes to protect it from predators AND to provide shade for it.
Prickly Pear Cactus (Nopal)
This is made with a small tortilla, folded in half. It is usually stuffed with meat, lettuce, tomato, cheese and your choice of salsa.
Taco
These are Mexican series which are often seen by moms in the evenings on TV. They usually feature a female character that is being fought over by two hunky dudes.
Novelas
It is the color of cheesecake, but it's jiggly like Jello
Flan
This holiday is celebrated on two different days. One honors children and the other honors adults. Altars with their favorite foods and pictures of them are often laid out.
Dia de Los Muertos
Known for his ability to carry a lot of weight, this animal is often depicted with a zarape on its back, carrying loads of stuff.
Burro
This is made with a flour tortilla. Meat and toppings are laid inside of it. It is then rolled up to make it portable and easy to eat.
Burrito
This spooky story tells the tale of a woman who drowned her children and then instantly regretted it. She cries at night and asks for her kids.
La llorona
This traditional mexican cake gets its name from using regular milk, condensed milk, and evaporated milk.
Tres leches
What is Mexico's REAL independence day?
Hint: it's not cinco de mayo!
16 de Septiembre
These two animals are displayed on the Mexican Flag
Eagle and Snake
Traditionally eaten around Christmas time, these are made with masa, wrapped in corn husks, and steamed in a big pot. They come in three varieties, Rojo, Verde, and Dulce.
Tamales
This fictional? creature was said to suck the blood from goats and farm animals. That is where it gets its name from.
Chupacabras
An oldschool treat, this is a marshmallow clown face with gummy eyes and mouth.
It is also alliteration
Paleta Payaso
This day is celebrated on January 6th. Children will sometimes receive gifts on this day in addition or instead of on Christmas
Reyes Magos
This brightly colored animal repeats everything. This brightly colored animal repeats everything.
Parrot (loro o perico)
This red, spicy soup like dish is made with hominy (little white corn bits) and cow stomach. It is often topped with onion and oregano. It is usually eaten for breakfast.
Menudo
Mexican cowboys often dress in elegant uniform. This is referred to as "Traje de ______"
Charro
Growing up, this was Mr. Arroyo's favorite Mexican candy. It is a lollipop that has 4 layers of sweet and spicy and a piece of gum in the middle.
Rockaleta
Celebrated on December 28th, this is the equivalent of April Fool's day in Mexico. Could it be called December Fool's?
Dia de los inocentes
This strange creature is known as the Mexican walking fish. It looks like it's smiling!
Axolotl or Ajolote
The original recipe of this dish, calls for 22 ingredients, including several types of chile and chocolate. It is a brown sauce, usually poured over chicken.
Mole
This is Mexico's most popular hot sauce
Valentina