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Hamburg has a long history of migration, which has resulted in a thriving cultural diversity. For centuries, people have come from all over the world to settle in Hamburg, bringing their culinary traditions with them. As a result, the city now offers a unique assortment of international restaurants and cafes. One of the defining characteristics of Hamburg’s cuisine is its focus on seafood, particularly fresh fish from the North and Baltic Seas. The city’s location on the Elbe River and its access to the North Sea have made seafood a staple of the local diet for centuries. The cuisine also incorporates ingredients from nearby regions, such as the potatoes and vegetables of Lower Saxony and the game of Schleswig-Holstein. Ingredients and Resources Fish like herring, cod, and salmon, as well as shrimp and mussels from the nearby North Sea are all readily available in Hamburg. The Elbe River also provides a variety of freshwater fish, such as eel and pike. This natural network of irrigation allows the region to cultivate most of its own fresh vegetables, including potatoes, carrots, and turnips, as well as cabbage, onions, and beets. The proximity to waterways also means that surrounding farmlands can provide the city with fresh dairy products like milk, butter, cheese, and meats like pork and beef. Thanks to this abundance of fresh products, Hamburg has become home to a variety of bakeries and patisseries which produce traditional German bread, pastries, and cakes. Cooking Styles and Dishes The cuisine in Hamburg is influenced by both German and Scandinavian culinary traditions, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and simple preparations that let the natural flavors shine. In terms of cooking styles, Hamburg cuisine tends to be hearty and comforting, with dishes like Labskaus , Finkenwerder Scholle , and Pannfisch being popular choices. Many dishes are also prepared

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