Lying on the crossroads of the three continents, the Turkish-Cypriot cuisine has been influenced by different cultures throughout history, owing most of its heritage to Mediterranean and Middle Eastern influences. Many dishes vary from region to region making North Cyprus a wonderful place to eat. The finest restaurants may however, be found in and around Kyrenia. North Cyprus is literally studded with restaurants ranging from the authentic Cypriot cuisine offering very good value for money, to the fashionable restaurants like French, Chinese or Indian. Prices in the restaurants vary accordingly.