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Ligurian cuisine consists of the traditional food of the region of Liguria in Italy. It features dishes whose preparations, techniques and ingredients are related to local production, such as preboggion, a mixture of wild herbs. Imported ingredients from areas which were frequently in contact with the Liguarians play a prominent role as well, such as Pecorino Sardo cheese. Perhaps the most famous dish of the region is pesto.

With its long coastline and large forest surface, seafood and game are important ingredients. Due to its location close to the sea, the climate is mild and favorable to the production of olive oil and wine. Like many other Italian regions, fresh and dry pasta is prominent as well.

History
Historically, root vegetables were central to Ligurian cuisine.

Dishes
The origins of focaccia are uncertain, but is associated with Liguria.