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Mexico Cuisine

Thanks to pre-Hispanic and Spanish influences, Mexican cuisine, with more than 20 centuries of tradition, brings together the flavors of two continents with colorful and delicious dishes. World famous for its diversity, the government has asked UNESCO to declare Mexican cuisine a "Masterpiece of the Intangible Heritage of Humanity." The key to Mexican gastronomy is the vast number of ingredients used, including corn, beans, chili peppers, vegetables and domestic meats; however at times some of the food products can come from Europe as well. The wide range of flavors, colors and textures, the manner in which the dishes are presented, and the local culinary techniques used are all part of the unique experience. This culinary culture, which can be enjoyed in marketplaces, diners and gourmet restaurants, is a product of the identity, beliefs, customs and cohesion of the Mexican people.