Authentic Mexican Cuisine is a style of food that originates in Mexico. It is known for its varied flavors, colorful presentation, and variety of spices and ingredients, many of which are native to the country. The cuisine of Mexico has evolved through the centuries through a blending of indigenous and European (French, Spanish, German, Greek, etc.) elements since the 16th century. In November 2010 Mexican cuisine was added by UNESCO (United Nations Educational and Cultural Organization) to its lists of the world's "intangible cultural heritage.”