The Lower Saxony State Museum in Hanover is not only a place of art, culture, and history, but it is near areas where traditional Lower Saxon cuisine can be found. Lower Saxony's culinary history is rooted in hearty and robust dishes, with an emphasis on local ingredients like asparagus, potatoes, and a variety of cereals due to its extensive farmlands. Hanover, being the state's capital, showcases a wide range of local cuisine with a history shaped by both rural and urban influences. The proximity of the museum to historic parts of the city means that visitors can step out and explore a variety of traditional eateries that have been serving regional specialties for years.