Mexican Culture Research Paper

El que anda mucho y lee mucho, ve mucho y sabe mucho. Literal translation: He who walks a lot and reads a lot, sees a lot and knows a lot. This is a Mexican proverb; one that fits me perfectly. My Mexican culture is a strong part of who I am. Though, since the U.S. is the place I’ve spent all my life in, I’d say some U.S. culture defines me too. Mexican culture has traditions, food and language that identify me, and comparing the difference of my parents’ culture to mine is key to understanding me.
Traditions are big in Mexican culture. In my family, we take some more serious than others, and some traditions have been “Americanized”. Dia de Los Muertos is a holiday focusing on gatherings of family and friends to pray for and remember those who have died, and help support their spiritual journey. Yearly, we remember those who've died in my family by lighting a candle and praying. It’d be different in Mexico because there, a party would be held in honor of every one of the small town. Quinceañeras are also a strong tradition in Mexico and Latino culture. This is where a young girl is celebrated- thrown an over-the-top party- for her 15th birthday to commemorate her transition into womanhood. I didn't get to have a quinceañera due to family issues, still, me turning 15 was a big deal in my family. Any …show more content…
In which in each plate, rice is a staple, and tortillas are mandatory. Although every dish is superb, my ultimate favorite is mole, chicken breast in mole sauce served with Mexican rice. It's safe to say almost every meal I eat is Mexican. Yet I can't say we don't eat the standard American food. Hamburgers? Yes. Hot dogs? Not often. Spaghetti? Yes. French fries? The only thing I’ll ever order at McDonald's. Nonetheless, everything will always be home cooked because fast food wasn’t a thing my parents were familiar with in Mexico and since being here that hasn’t

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