Foods to throw a fantastic Cinco de Mayo fiesta

This Cinco de Mayo, get into the kitchen and start heating things up. These dishes, with a mix of traditional and modern Mexican flavors, will wow party guests. From fish tacos to crispy tostadas, there are unique flavors for every hungry partygoer.

1. Baked Lime Tortilla Chips

(Kris Schoels)

Wow your guests with homemade tortilla chips which are surprisingly easy to make. You'll never go for the store-bought again. The best part? The seasonings can be changed up with different spices for salty or sweet versions.

Recipe: Baked Lime Tortilla Chips

2. Guacamole Tomato Boats

(Estela Schnelle)

These guacamole boats make a colorful party presentation. Guests can top with cheese, tortilla chips or any number of spices.

Recipe: Guacamole Tomato Boats

3. Chicken Mango Tacos

(National Mango Board)

Add some sweetness to your tacos with this recipe from "The Chew's" Clinton Kelly.

Recipe: Chicken Mango Tacos

4. Pink Taco Baja Fish Tacos

(Pink Taco)

These grilled fish tacos are sure to be a crowd pleaser at your next fiesta. The fresh citrus dressing takes these bites to the next level.

Recipe: Pink Taco Fish Tacos

5. Chilled Corn Soup with Lobster and Organic Ginger

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Fresh and spicy, this chilled soup is the perfect dish to serve as the weather warms up.

Recipe: Chilled Corn Soup with Lobster and Wakaya Perfection Organic Ginger

6. Hecho en Dumbo Tostadas de Atún

(Hecho en Dumbo)

Hecho en Dumbo in New York City presents this crowd-pleasing, party recipe that's a little different than your typical Mexican entertaining options. Use the freshest tuna you can find for these crunchy, savory bites.

Recipe: Tostadas de Atun

7. Guajillo Steak Burrito

(Pancheros Mexican Grill)

The steak in this burrito is marinated with Guajillo peppers, which match perfectly with the steak. When used in moderation, the Guajillo pepper supplies an inviting, spicy kick to your steak without taking away from the natural beef flavor. The pepper also supplies a light richness to the flavor as it marinates.

Recipe: Guajillo Steak Burrito

8. Spicy Chipotle-Honey Wings

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Take wings beyond game day fare. If you can handle some heat, then these chile-covered wings are the ones for you. The best part is that they are incredibly easy to make.

Recipe: Spicy Chipotle-Honey Wings