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For example, Beijing cuisine refers to the cooking styles and foods either popular in or originated from Beijing, China. A cuisine is primarily influenced by the ingredients that are available locally or through trade. For example, the American-Chinese dish chop suey clearly reflected the adaptation of Chinese cuisine to the ingredients available in North America. Another example is Mexican cuisine, which even in the neighboring countries does not reflect the unique tastes provided in Mexico due to spices and fresh ingredients not available across borders. Religious food laws can also exercise a strong influence on cuisine.

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