Cinco De Mayo 2017: 11 Party Essentials For A Classy Fiesta

Cinco de Mayo is just three days away, which means you still have time to shop for all your May 5 party must-haves thanks to Amazon's glorious two-day shipping option. Word to the wise, though: Have fun, but don't make a culturally insensitive burro out of yourself in the process.

Let's just get one thing straight — Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican Independence Day. It's meant to be a remembrance of Mexico's triumph over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862.

That said, there are plenty of fun, respectful ways to ring in May 5 — and Cinco de Mayo also provides a great chance to learn more about our Southern neighbors. That's why we've put together 11 tasteful party staples that will make your Cinco de Mayo party one for the books.

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Margaritaville Margarita Mix, $14.75
Transport yourself to a beautiful beach on Punta Mita when you taste a sip of this flavored, non-alcoholic margarita mix. For those who are 21 and over, it's a perfect complement to tequila, rum and other spirits.

Rokz Design Group Infused Margarita Salt, Lime, $6.33
Salted or unsalted — is that really a question? Of course we choose salted, and this naturally flavored lime margarita salt is our No. 1 choice for the rim of our glass!

Margaritaville Bahamas Frozen Concoction Maker With No-Brainer Mixer, $159.99
No blender? No problem. This delightful device is meant for making pina coladas, daiquiris and of course, margaritas. It has an automatic shave-and-blend cycle, manual blend-only/shave-only cycles and a no-brainer mixing tool with the measurements for all your favorite tropic-inspired drinks.

Camco Polycarbonate Margarita Glass (2), $12.46
They look like glass and feel like a glass, but these margarita glasses are almost unbreakable! They're also BPA-free and dishwasher safe.

Truly Mexican: Essential Recipes and Techniques for Authentic Mexican Cooking, $15.35
You really can whip up traditional and real Mexican meals right at home — and it's a lot easier than you think. Roberto Santibañez's cookbook breaks down the basics and delves into the details in a way that's accessible to newbies in the kitchen while still stimulating more experienced cooks.

Molcajete Authentic Mexican Mortar and Pestle, $29.99
This molcajete is a must-have for Mexican cuisine! It's hand carved from natural volcanic stone so it's just the right texture for grinding and mixing your favorite sauces, salsas and pastes.

NOVICA Multicolor Floral Talavera Ceramic Appetizer Plate, "A Taste Of Mexico," $33.49
This stunning serving plate will look lovely at your Cinco de Mayo fete and in your kitchen for years to come! Each plate is a certified fair-trade product in association with National Geographic.

Del Mex Mexican Serape Blanket Table Runner, $12.95
This woven runner is 100 percent authentic from Mexico and will look gorgeous on your table all year long. It's also machine washable (!) and measures 72 by 12 inches.

Mix of Mexican Candies, $27.99
No Cinco de Mayo celebration is complete without some Rebananaditas and Chili Rokas! This bag full of sweets contains a variety of delicious treats from Mexico.

Luna Bazaar Paper Lanterns, $6.99
Add some pops of color to your party with this rainbow assortment of bright paper lanterns. They're easy to assemble, reusable and really add ambiance to your celebration.

Cinco De Mayo (Rookie Read-About Holidays), $5.95
Give the kids (and maybe a few adults, too) a primer on the history of Cinco de Mayo with this fun, educational Rookie-Read book. It includes a list of games, traditions, crafts, foods and more.

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