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This Cinco de Mayo, weâre serving up more than just tacos and margaritas â weâre dishing out the bee facts behind your favorite fiesta foods! đ˝đ đĽ In this special episode of the Bee Raftinâ Podcast, host Steven Acedo explores how bees are the unsung heroes behind avocados, salsa, peppers, limes, and more. Youâll learn how pollinators power the ingredients that bring Mexican cuisine to life â and how bees have been part of the culture and ecology of Mexico and the Southwest for centuries. From ancient Mayan beekeeping to modern-day pollinator partnerships, this episode is a celebration of resilience, heritage, and our buzzing allies. Weâll also share easy ways you can help bees this season â including using Bee Rafts to provide safe hydration stations in your garden, pool, or patio. Because without bees, thereâs no fiesta. đ Learn more at