Reyes Magos History
This celebration originates from the New Testament where it is stated that the Kings, Melchor, Gaspar, and Balthasar, traveled by night all the way from the farthest confines of the Earth, to bring gifts to Jesus twelve days after he was born. The gifts were of gold, frankincense and myrrh. The three kings are also depicted as wise men, whose very wisdom is proved by their acknowledgement of Christ's divine status.
In many latin countries to this day the Epiphany, which is on January 6th, is the day that children receive their Christmas gifts in commemoration of the visit of the three kings.
On La Víspera de Reyes (the Eve of Three Kings Day) Puerto Rican children cut grass to put in a shoe box under their bed for the camels to eat. Their "wish list" is placed on top of the grass.
In Mexico, thousands gather every year to taste a mile-long “Rosca de Reyes” (Kings’ Bread) while others simply make the holiday staple at home honoring the tradition to hide a baby Jesus figurine within the bread. The person whose slice has the figurine must prepare tamales for everyone on the Day of the Candles on Feb. 2.
At Casa Del Q'ero you can join us in celebrating this latin tradition. We have a delicious menu ready for you to enjoy and we will end the evening with our made from scratch "Rosca de Reyes".