>>212661531
>most culturally distinct state
I definitely think it's in the running with the unique populations converging in one area with an interesting history connected to the Spanish and the Camino Real. I had Pinon cola, was excellent. Posole is god tier. Sopapilla is alright. Hatch green chiles are also delicious. When I first started writing this I was going to try and give a counter-example state to be contrarian, but I think you're right. It really is one of a kind. I'm from AZ and New Mexico is one of my favorite states. It's up there with Montana and California.