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Shui Xi
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The Water Banquet, Shui Xi, which consists of 8 cold and 16 warm dishes cooked in various broths, gravies or juices, hence its name. It is considered one of the Three Wonders of Luoyang, along with the peony and the Longmen Grottoes.
The Water Banquet is an offshoot of Henanese cuisine, and has been in existence ever since the Sui and Tang Dynasties. It came into existence because of the climatic conditions around the city of Luoyang - notably the dry climate, mountainous terrain, and lack of fruits - which makes a 'soupy' meal an attractive option.
Category:Chinese cuisine
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