The last thing you want to do at a Cinco de Mayo celebration is anger a sugar-hungry six-year-old wielding a stick. Selection of piñata filler can make or break your hard-earned reputation as “coolest mom” this side of the border.
While every child has a different opinion on what candy he or she prefers, we think we can safely rule out a few unpopular choices. After careful empirical study, here’s what Elfster discovered make the Worst Piñata Fillers:
1. More piñatas
2. Swedish Fish – Not talking about the candy
3. Flashcards of any form
4. Peeps – what are those things, anyways?
5. Popsicles
6. Stale Mexican jumping beans
7. Leftover Candy Corn – It’s “Maiz”, please.
8. Tequila-flavored Push-Pops
9. Cucarachas, not even chocolate covered
10. Mayo packets –Though we appreciate the wordplay
Have we forgotten anything? Tell us about your best (and worst) piñata picks!