Canada is undoubtedly one of the most diverse countries in the world. Second in size only to Russia it is the largest country in North America. This size and diversity can be seen in its people, its products, and of course its food. This carries over into its restaurants and eateries. Like almost all countries, Canada has a lot of different national blends in its cuisine. Also like other countries they use their individuality to put a spin on all of the different national foods. They also have their own unique dishes.

One of the things that is prevalent in portions of Canada is a strong French influence to their cooking. It is not unusual to find a French influence in Canadian restaurants. Even with this influence you will find traditional Canadian ingredients in a lot of the French dishes.

Similar to the United States, Canada has a thriving Chinese food restaurant market. The Chinese who were working on the Canadian railway adapted their own traditional cooking in order to suit the high altitude cooking of Canada. They also adapted their cooking style to incorporate Canada’s rich variety of game meats and vegetation. Of course this desire for a taste of home gave rise to both Chinese fast food and sit down full service. This industry now thrives in Canada as well as the United States.

There are also Canadian influenced Greek establishments in almost all the provinces of Canada. Even though there is a huge difference between ingredients the resourceful immigrants adapted them to their own cooking. This gave rise to Greek establishments as well.

There are some foods served in popular restaurants that are specific to Canada and have a decisively Canadian flair. One of these foods served in a lot of diner style eateries is poutine. If you have never heard of this dish it definitely deserves a description.

When you think of poutine you will want to think of french fries. These have a definite twist and consist of your regular french fry topped with cheese curd and other things. Sometimes restaurants will put meats on them and then cover them in brown gravy. It is definitely a dish specific to Canada. It is also definitely worth a try when you are visiting. Canada also has a thriving maple production and like honey in the United States they are known for its excellent taste.

Some of the top Canadian restaurants are very regional. Of course the sea food is centered around the coastlines, which are both extensive and teaming with cold water fish. The interior features game meats and cattle as well as vegetables grown in the rich Canadian soil. This is not to say that all foods and food styles are not available.

Regardless of your tastes you are sure to find restaurants with a unique Canadian flair all over this vast diverse country. Not only is Canada culturally diverse they enjoy tastes from all over the world. Like all countries they put their own spin on things using the fresh vegetables and wild game found across the country.

Hungry for some delicious Chinese food? Then visit your local Chinese restaurants and supermarkets for tasty oriental treats and meals that will always fill your appetite!

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