Cinco de Mayo Taco Bar

Kids are more likely to eat and enjoy their food when they can help make it. Having a taco bar at a Cinco de Mayo party lets them do just that. It even becomes a fun party activity as kids choose favorite toppings and maybe learn to love some new ones.

Set out hard and soft taco shells along with a variety of toppings. Meat, beans, salsa, and, of course, cheese are kid-friendly must-haves. Also, serve more adventurous choices such as tomatoes, onions, peppers, avocado, guacamole and sour cream. Challenge kids to try something in every color.

Rice is also a good option to have on the menu. Be sure to have some traditional desserts as well - we love flan, but think churros are the better choice when hosting a kid's Cinco de Mayo fiesta.

Finally, make sure you present the taco bar in a fun, festive way. Decorate your food table with bright plastic covers and accent with Mexican touches. Kids will appreciate the colors and plastic is best for the inevitable spills. Paper dishes, cups and napkins are also easy to dispose of.

Kid-Friendly Cinco de Mayo Recipes to Try:

Easy Churros

Cheese Quesadilla

Mini Chicken Tacos