The cuisine of California reflects the diverse culture of California and is influenced largely by European American, Hispanic American, East Asian and Oceanian influences, and Western European influences, as well as the food trends and traditions of larger American cuisine.
Shrimp tostadas made with locally grown ingredients as served at Tacos Sinaloa in Berkeley, California
Dungeness crab ready to eat at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco
Tacqueria Cancun, Mission District, San Francisco
An In-N-Out "Double-Double" cheeseburger with fries in a box for consumption in a car
Nachos are a Tex-Mex culinary dish consisting of tortilla chips or totopos covered with cheese or cheese sauce, as well as a variety of other toppings and garnishes, often including meats, vegetables, and condiments such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. At its most basic form, nachos may consist of merely chips covered with cheese, and served as an appetizer or snack, while other versions are substantial enough as a main course. The dish was created by, and named after, Mexican restaurateur Ignacio Anaya, who created it in 1943 for American customers at the Victory Club restaurant in Piedras Negras, Coahuila.
Nachos with tortilla chips, melted or not melted cheese, olives, jalapeño peppers, sour cream, and salsa
Camping-style nachos made in Bainskloof Pass, South Africa
Nachos in the Philippines at The Beanery
Nachos with beef and beans in a skillet