Hangzhou cuisine is light in flavor and emphasizes the natural taste of ingredients.
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杭州菜 (also called 杭帮菜) is the core of 浙菜 (Zhejiang cuisine), one of the 八大菜系. Signature dishes include 西湖醋鱼, 东坡肉, 龙井虾仁, and 叫化鸡. The style favors freshness, lightness, and seasonal ingredients over heavy seasoning.
