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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Southwest Louisiana: Local Deals, Bayou Rita Recipe & More

Don your sombrero, mix a Bayou Rita, and savor tacos from Southwest Louisiana's vibrant restaurants marking Cinco de Mayo. Coinciding with #TacoTuesday, it's the perfect excuse for a fiesta—even if celebrated at home this year for a safe, memorable gathering.

Numerous local spots offer takeout, delivery, and drive-thru options. Click here to find Mexican restaurants open this week to satisfy your chips-and-salsa cravings. For DIY margaritas, Lake Street Liquor provides 10% off tequila, while Hokus Pokus Liquor stocks a Margarita Station with all essentials.

Prefer expert mixology? Bayou® Rum delivers with code CINCO25 for 25% off a gallon of frozen Bayou Rita, available for Cinco de Mayo pickup. First pickups include a free pool float!

Not local? Whip up the Bayou Rita at home! 🍹

Bayou Rita Recipe

  • 1.5 oz. Bayou® White Rum
  • 0.75 oz. Gator Bite Satsuma
  • 3 oz. margarita mix
  • 1 oz. freshly squeezed orange juice

Blend well and serve on the rocks or frozen.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Southwest Louisiana: Local Deals, Bayou Rita Recipe & More

History Fact: May 5 commemorates Mexico's victory at the Battle of Puebla against French forces in 1862 during the Franco-Mexican War.

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    Don your sombrero, mix a Bayou Rita, and savor tacos from Southwest Louisianas vibrant restaurants marking Cinco de Mayo. Coinciding with #TacoTuesday, its the perfect excuse for a fiesta—even if celebrated at home this year for a safe, memorable gathering. Numerous local spots offer takeout, delivery, and drive-thru options. Click here to find Mexican restaurants open this week to satisfy your chips-and-salsa cravings. For DIY margaritas, Lake Street Liquor provides 10% off tequila, while Hoku