Photo taken on April 28, 2014 shows a chef making Lizhuang boiled pork, a famous local specialty, in Lizhuang township of Yibin city, southwest China's Sichuan province. One of the most popular types worldwide, Chinese food is famous for its taste and variety, with an unparalleled range of ingredients, techniques, dishes and eating styles. The history of Chinese food stretches back for thousands of years and has changed from period to period and in each region according to climate, tradition and local preferences. Chinese people pride themselves on eating a wide variety of foods while remaining true to the spirit of Chinese food culture. [Photo/Xinhua]

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