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Between a river that flooded regularly and changing weather patterns, the geographical location has played a major role in shaping the foundation of the Shandong culture. In addition, the location’s climate permits a long growing season, so there are lots of fresh vegetables available all year long, plus fish are abundant from the Yellow Sea. When you combine all these factors with a rich cultural history and a large immigrant population, you get Shandong cuisine.

Pichai Yuan is a famous food street in downtown Qingdao, a coastal city in Shandong.

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