Cuisine of California
The cuisine of California reflects the diverse culture of California and is influenced largely by Hispanic American roots (Mexican, Latin American, Spanish), alongside East Asian and Oceanian influences (Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Filipino, Vietnamese, Thai, Hawaiian), and Western European influences (Italian, French, Portuguese), as well as the food trends and traditions of larger American cuisine.
The main trends were influenced by a combination of Mediterranean climate, geography and geology of the region's proximity to the ocean, its movie roots in Hollywood, its technology roots in Silicon Valley and the Napa wine country, as well as its major produce production. California used to be part of Mexico which influenced the state's food.
Cuisine Of California Media
Dungeness crab ready to eat at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco
Tacqueria Cancun, Mission, San Francisco
In-N-Out Burger cheeseburger and fries
Pizza topped with egg from the Chez Panisse cafe
A close up shot of a full size order of Carne Asada Fries made at Tacos El Gordo on Broadway in Chula Vista, California
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French Dip sandwich with au jus and french fries
