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Nuevo León

An adventure destination with dazzling mountains, a distinctive cuisine, and a cosmopolitan capital

The sprawling northeastern state of Nuevo León, which borders Laredo, Texas, is draped in dazzling rocky mountain peaks and miles of desert making it a destination for adventure sports like rock climbing and rappelling. Neslted in a valley of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range is the state’s capital, Monterrey, the second-largest metropolitan area in Mexico and an important entrepreneurial and industrial hub. Defined by its sparse ingredients, proximity to the US, and influences from Sephardic Jewish culinary roots, the flavors here are truly distinctive.

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    An adventure destination with dazzling mountains, a distinctive cuisine, and a cosmopolitan capital

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    Land of the Mayan legacy with a cuisine unlike any other in Mexico

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    Birthplace of tequila, mariachis, birria, and many more beloved Mexican cultural traditions

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    Shares the longest border with Mexico of any of the U.S. border states and home to Tex-Mex cuisine

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    Known as “Mexico’s great frontier” for its ruggedly beautiful desert landscape, cattle ranches, wheat fields, and at the heart of its cuisine is carne asada

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    Considered the birthplace of Mexico’s independence and one of the most beautiful and historical states

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    A main culinary hub where many of Mexico’s most iconic dishes originated and the home of Cinco de Mayo

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    A hub of art and cuisine that has been largely influential on Mexico’s gastronomy and culture for centuries

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Avocado and Panela Cheese Salad

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Poison Beans

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Roasted Tomato Rice with Cumin and Oregano

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Super Greens Salad

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Chicken Livers with Chipotle Caramelized Onions

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Spicy Honey, Garlic and Orange Roasted Duck

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Green Piquin Chile and Oregano Salsa

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Ginger and Pistachio Guacamole

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