Mexico’s Day of the Dead celebrations

Every November 1st and 2nd, Mexico holds its largest public celebration: Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, a fusion of Roman Catholic and Indigenous rituals that honor and remember deceased loved ones. Far from a mournful affair, the holiday is a time of celebration and warmth. Correspondent Enrique Acevedo talks with Mexico City’s minister of culture Claudia Curiel De Icaza about the city’s celebrations; with acclaimed chef Elena Reygadas about baking traditional pan de muerto; and with author Regina Marchi, who has documented the holiday’s growing popularity on both sides of the border in her book, “Day of the Dead in the .“ “CBS News Sunday Morning“ features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. Check local listings for CBS News Sunday Morning broadcast times. Subscribe to the “CBS News Sunday Morning“ YouTube channel: Get more of “CBS News Sunday Morning“: Follow “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Instagram: Like “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Facebook: Follow “CBS News Sunday Morning“ on Twitter: Subscribe to our newsletter: Download the CBS News app: Try Paramount free: For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@