Seen this question posed from time to time on Reddit and Facebook, and decided to bring it here:
Say there was a nationwide picnic, and each state had to bring one delicacy to be represented. What would you choose for your state? Me, I'd go with BBQ, both Lexington-style and eastern-style.
Teriyaki from a random strip mall in the suburbs. The only authentic kind.
Heh. This topic brings back some high school memories I hadn't thought of in years. Back in the summer of 1988 I was on a school trip to a convention in Boulder and one of the guys from our state was running for a national office. His dream was to be a chef when he grew up and his speech's theme was "Robbie's recipe" in which he was trying to mention some signature dish most associated with each state (he made the list by asking people from each state). I recall him mentioning Virginia hams and Pennsylvania shoo-fly pie, but I can't say as I remember anything else at this point.
Knowing that Maine will probably bring lobster, I will have Massachusetts bring locally grown cranberries.
There was a show on cable, probably Food Network, a series called "State Plate" or something similar. Each show would visit one state and put together a representative meal of main dish, side dish, dessert and something else, maybe appetizer. Some of the selections to me seemed pretty generic - you could get that food in any state, not just the one they were highlighting.
Anyway, for Michigan I'd pick a pastie.
I'd pick bubble gum.
I'll bring some Coney's. Hot dogs from Koegel's and coney sauce from Abbott's meat. Genuine Flint style Coney.
And since we are approaching summer fire up the grill and serve the curve.
Boston creme pie
Venison jerky
Springfield style Cashew Chicken
If hot dogs are already coming from another location, might I request that Illinois bring some Italian beef sandwiches? Preferably in all the varying degrees of "wet".
California Burgers
Brisket
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 11:15:29 AM
If hot dogs are already coming from another location, might I request that Illinois bring some Italian beef sandwiches? Preferably in all the varying degrees of "wet".
That's a hell yes I love Chicago's Italian beef
Dipped with hot giardiniera.
Personally I think that a Chicago Deep Dish out of Illinois is the way to go. Michigan could be represented by some of those Coney Island Dogs from downtown Detroit.
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 12:34:04 PM
Personally I think that a Chicago Deep Dish out of Illinois is the way to go. Michigan could be represented by some of those Coney Island Dogs from downtown Detroit.
I had thought of pizza first, but I figured New York would probably be bringing that to the picnic, and one can only eat so much pizza.
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 12:52:53 PM
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 12:34:04 PM
Personally I think that a Chicago Deep Dish out of Illinois is the way to go. Michigan could be represented by some of those Coney Island Dogs from downtown Detroit.
I had thought of pizza first, but I figured New York would probably be bringing that to the picnic, and one can only eat so much pizza.
Yeah, but Chicago Deep Dish (IMO) is so much better than New York style. I tend to be of the mindset that there is no such thing as too much pizza.
With Florida I'm thinking a good old box of Publix fried chicken.
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 01:00:35 PM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 12:52:53 PM
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 12:34:04 PM
Personally I think that a Chicago Deep Dish out of Illinois is the way to go. Michigan could be represented by some of those Coney Island Dogs from downtown Detroit.
I had thought of pizza first, but I figured New York would probably be bringing that to the picnic, and one can only eat so much pizza.
Yeah, but Chicago Deep Dish (IMO) is so much better than New York style. I tend to be of the mindset that there is no such thing as too much pizza.
Solution:
Illinois brings Chicago deep dish pizza.
New York brings hot dogs.
Michigan brings pasties.
Unfortunately, that leaves us without Italian beef sandwiches.
I'm not coming to the picnic if Kentucky doesn't bring bourbon.
Well, this thread just took a turn.
Question is: Will Washington or California bring the wine?
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 01:15:57 PM
Well, this thread just took a turn.
Question is: Will Washington or California bring the wine?
California, there are way more wine regions here than just the "Napa Valley" stuff you hear of. I still have eight bottles from my own wedding in the San Joaquin Valley region. The assortment here probably can't be matched in the other states.
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 01:21:59 PM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 01:15:57 PM
Well, this thread just took a turn.
Question is: Will Washington or California bring the wine?
California, there are way more wine regions here than just the "Napa Valley" stuff you hear of. I still have eight bottles from my own wedding in the San Joaquin Valley region. The assortment here probably can't be matched in the other states.
True, but I'd be open to trading that variety for some good Mission-style burritos.
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 01:14:11 PM
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 01:00:35 PM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 12:52:53 PM
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 12:34:04 PM
Personally I think that a Chicago Deep Dish out of Illinois is the way to go. Michigan could be represented by some of those Coney Island Dogs from downtown Detroit.
I had thought of pizza first, but I figured New York would probably be bringing that to the picnic, and one can only eat so much pizza.
Yeah, but Chicago Deep Dish (IMO) is so much better than New York style. I tend to be of the mindset that there is no such thing as too much pizza.
Solution:
Illinois brings Chicago deep dish pizza.
New York brings hot dogs.
Michigan brings pasties.
Unfortunately, that leaves us without Italian beef sandwiches.
I would think New York style is different enough from Chicago style to qualify as separate (but really, I'm a NY girl, and who can have too much pizza?). That said, NY style pizza might be tied enough to North Jersey for NJ to bring it, leaving NY free for something else. Not sure what hot dog ties you're talking about, unless you mean white hots from Rochester? I would think the most famous non-pizza thing from NY would be Buffalo wings. Other options would be garbage plates (also from Rochester) or Utica tomato pie.
Quote from: vdeane on May 01, 2020, 02:02:56 PM
Not sure what hot dog ties you're talking about
Sorry, I've never been to New York, but I have an image in my mind of hot dog carts on the street in Manhattan. Perhaps TV lies to me.
Quote from: cabiness42 on May 01, 2020, 01:15:25 PM
I'm not coming to the picnic if Kentucky doesn't bring bourbon.
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Now that I think about it, Coney Island hot dogs are a thing, so we can add them to the list of NY possibilities.
Tater tot hot dish.
Quote from: vdeane on May 01, 2020, 02:15:09 PM
Now that I think about it, Coney Island hot dogs are a thing, so we can add them to the list of NY possibilities.
Despite the name, these actually originated in Detroit.
Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 02:51:28 PM
hot dish
hehehe.. This might confuse some people on here.
Afterward, everyone can play Duck Duck Grey Duck.
Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 02:51:28 PM
Tater tot hot dish.
Who will bring the molded jello? Iowa?
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Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 02:51:28 PM
Tater tot hot dish.
Who will bring the molded jello? Iowa?
North Dakota can bring that. Iowa can bring the pork chops for the grill.
And here I was assuming Utah would bring the Jello.
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 02:57:15 PM
Duck Duck Grey Duck
It just occurred to me that my saying that might confuse people from Minnesota just as much as it might confuse people from outside Minnesota.
:D
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 03:34:37 PM
And here I was assuming Utah would bring the Jello.
What the hell would Utah bring anyways? I've been interacting with Utah for over twenty years and I can't even think of anything that they have which is unique dish wise.
I'm tempted to say grilled cactus for Arizona but maybe that's just a me thing after living there.
Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 02:51:28 PM
Tater tot hot dish.
Quote from: vdeane on May 01, 2020, 02:15:09 PM
Now that I think about it, Coney Island hot dogs are a thing, so we can add them to the list of NY possibilities.
Despite the name, these actually originated in Detroit.
The original Nathan's location is at Coney Island. Nathan's started as a competitor to Feltman's, also at Coney Island. So the Michigan folks using that name actually has an historical basis from New York. Whether the Michigan product has any resemblance to the real thing, I don't know, as I have not been to Detroit (been to other parts of Michigan, even Isle Royale, but never to Detroit).
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 03:49:13 PM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 03:34:37 PM
And here I was assuming Utah would bring the Jello.
What the hell would Utah bring anyways? I've been interacting with Utah for over twenty years and I can't even think of anything that they have which is unique dish wise.
I'm tempted to say grilled cactus for Arizona but maybe that's just a me thing after living there.
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the
Mormons, no wait,
Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
For Jersey, you can do a number of things with Jersey Tomatoes.
NJ = Rutt's Hut rippers.
I actually have no idea what the hell most of the Plains states would bring. ND/SD, MN, and WI are pretty much the same culinarily other than WI's cheese. NE, KS, OK, no idea. Tulsa style BBQ? bugo says that's a thing.
I suppose one of ND and SD gets the short straw and has to bring the lutefisk. Maybe the other can bring the Swedish meatballs. Lefse maybe?
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Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 03:49:13 PM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 03:34:37 PM
And here I was assuming Utah would bring the Jello.
What the hell would Utah bring anyways? I've been interacting with Utah for over twenty years and I can't even think of anything that they have which is unique dish wise.
I'm tempted to say grilled cactus for Arizona but maybe that's just a me thing after living there.
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
Learn something new everyday I suppose? What about New Mexico? I would say chili from the fields in Hatch.
Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 05:09:11 PM
I actually have no idea what the hell most of the Plains states would bring. ND/SD, MN, and WI are pretty much the same culinarily other than WI's cheese. NE, KS, OK, no idea. Tulsa style BBQ? bugo says that's a thing.
I suppose one of ND and SD gets the short straw and has to bring the lutefisk.
Bread
Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 05:10:30 PM
What about New Mexico?
Either a green chile cheeseburger, or else a green chile smothered burrito. That's what I'd go for.
As for South Dakota, let's just ask them to bring a bag of chips or some Oreos. Isn't that what you tell someone like that in real life?
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Quote from: Max Rockatansky on May 01, 2020, 05:10:30 PM
What about New Mexico?
Either a green chile cheeseburger, or else a green chile smothered burrito. That's what I'd go for.
As for South Dakota, let's just ask them to bring a bag of chips or some Oreos. Isn't that what you tell someone like that in real life?
Or actual bison burgers.
Ale-8.
And I might swing through Cincinnati to get some Skyline or Gold Star.
For Texas, I know brisket was said, but I think Texas has some much more unique options:
Any Tex Mex
Crawfish (or would Louisiana bring that?)
Kolaches (my personal favorite)
Beaver Nuggets from Bucee's (in fact, basically anything original from Bucee's is awesome)
Dr Pepper
Quote from: CoreySamson on May 01, 2020, 08:35:54 PM
For Texas, I know brisket was said, but I think Texas has some much more unique options:
Any Tex Mex
Crawfish (or would Louisiana bring that?)
Kolaches (my personal favorite)
Beaver Nuggets from Bucee's (in fact, basically anything original from Bucee's is awesome)
Dr Pepper
Once Buc-ee's finishes their area location in neighboring St. Johns County (probably will have a St. Augustine mailing address), I'd gladly stop by for some beaver nuggets.
As for Florida, someone already mentioned Publix chicken...but our area favorite here is jumbo shrimp (and thus named our local MiLB team).
Quote from: bandit957 on May 01, 2020, 09:28:20 AM
I'd pick bubble gum.
State as in the 50 US states, not state of mind.
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
I suppose either Rocky Mountain Oysters or weed.
Chris
Quote from: webny99 on May 02, 2020, 12:18:04 AM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
Arizona can offer either the Sonoran Hot Dog or the Chimichanga.
The feast would not be complete without an Iowa pork tenderloin sandwich.
And if somebody doesn't bring the Italian Beef, we can get it at Portillo's in Scottsdale or Tempe (although my understanding is that all of their Italian Beef is produced at one of their kitchens in the Chicago suburbs.)
It should be noted that Washington leads the nation in the production of apples and hops. And a decent portion of the potatoes.
Crabs or crabcakes, I'm not picky.
Are Indian tacos a thing in other states? Oklahoma can bring that. It's a taco with frybread instead of a shell or tortilla.
Quote from: Rothman on May 01, 2020, 04:56:43 PM
NJ = Rutt's Hut rippers.
I had to look this up. Deep Fried Hot Dogs isn't a Jersey thing.
Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 12:40:41 AM
Quote from: webny99 on May 02, 2020, 12:18:04 AM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
As a non-Mormon from Utah, I grew up never really eating much Jello - in fact, I didn’t realize green Jello was a thing here until reading a “facts about the 50 states” type book. As far as funeral potatoes are concerned, I’ve had them in many places - the name seems to be the only thing about that dish distinctive to Utah.
To be honest, I would have picked fry sauce for Utah - basically a mixture of ketchup and mayo that people in Utah and eastern Idaho put on burgers and dip fries in. Which is why Heinz’s “mayochup” they introduced a while back was dumb IMO. That was by no means some clever new creative product - it was already a thing with its own name here.
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Quote from: Rothman on May 01, 2020, 04:56:43 PM
NJ = Rutt's Hut rippers.
I had to look this up. Deep Fried Hot Dogs isn't a Jersey thing.
Psst: Rutt's Hutt is in NJ. :D
Quote from: US 89 on May 02, 2020, 09:43:20 AM
Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 12:40:41 AM
Quote from: webny99 on May 02, 2020, 12:18:04 AM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
As a non-Mormon from Utah, I grew up never really eating much Jello - in fact, I didn't realize green Jello was a thing here until reading a "facts about the 50 states" type book. As far as funeral potatoes are concerned, I've had them in many places - the name seems to be the only thing about that dish distinctive to Utah.
To be honest, I would have picked fry sauce for Utah - basically a mixture of ketchup and mayo that people in Utah and eastern Idaho put on burgers and dip fries in. Which is why Heinz's "mayochup" they introduced a while back was dumb IMO. That was by no means some clever new creative product - it was already a thing with its own name here.
Yeah, my Utahn wife misses the broad availability of fry sauce.
Although I understand your lack of exposure to jello salads galore, I suspect that is a matter of sampling bias, given Utah is surprisingly somewhere around 60% Mormon (higher percentage than you'd think nowadays).
Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 10:37:52 AM
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Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 12:40:41 AM
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Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
As a non-Mormon from Utah, I grew up never really eating much Jello - in fact, I didn't realize green Jello was a thing here until reading a "facts about the 50 states" type book. As far as funeral potatoes are concerned, I've had them in many places - the name seems to be the only thing about that dish distinctive to Utah.
To be honest, I would have picked fry sauce for Utah - basically a mixture of ketchup and mayo that people in Utah and eastern Idaho put on burgers and dip fries in. Which is why Heinz's "mayochup" they introduced a while back was dumb IMO. That was by no means some clever new creative product - it was already a thing with its own name here.
Yeah, my Utahn wife misses the broad availability of fry sauce.
Although I understand your lack of exposure to jello salads galore, I suspect that is a matter of sampling bias, given Utah is surprisingly somewhere around 60% Mormon (higher percentage than you'd think nowadays).
60% is lower than I expected. Thought it was 70-80%.
Oregon has what I call "boutique" farming. That means lower quantity of the highest quality. The usual deal for most shipped fruits and some veggies is a lower sugar content so they do not spoil. Taste gets lost though.
Raspberries of various varieties from around Hillsboro, strawberries grown by Port Orford and corn from the Umpqua Valley would top the list of produce we produce which is most excellent. From the Pacific Ocean comes the Dungeness crab. Its meat has a decent taste instead of being blander like some other crab varieties. Toss in some smoked salmon and voila, whatever else is at the picnic will taste even better with all these delicious side items!
Treat me nice and lots of craft beer to drink with MJ to smoke for those who need some appetite enhancement will be included :-)
Rick
Quote from: Roadgeekteen on May 02, 2020, 10:53:52 AM
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Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 12:40:41 AM
Quote from: webny99 on May 02, 2020, 12:18:04 AM
Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
As a non-Mormon from Utah, I grew up never really eating much Jello - in fact, I didn't realize green Jello was a thing here until reading a "facts about the 50 states" type book. As far as funeral potatoes are concerned, I've had them in many places - the name seems to be the only thing about that dish distinctive to Utah.
To be honest, I would have picked fry sauce for Utah - basically a mixture of ketchup and mayo that people in Utah and eastern Idaho put on burgers and dip fries in. Which is why Heinz's "mayochup" they introduced a while back was dumb IMO. That was by no means some clever new creative product - it was already a thing with its own name here.
Yeah, my Utahn wife misses the broad availability of fry sauce.
Although I understand your lack of exposure to jello salads galore, I suspect that is a matter of sampling bias, given Utah is surprisingly somewhere around 60% Mormon (higher percentage than you'd think nowadays).
60% is lower than I expected. Thought it was 70-80%.
Some Utahn Mormons would say that was before the Californian Invasion thirty years ago and then bemoan how Californians came for the nice environment that Mormons worked hard to establish and then worked to destroy it. :D
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Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
As a Mormon myself, all I can say is there were unlimited types of jello recipes -- on a widespread spectrum of quality -- that would show up at potlucks and whatever else, so the stereotype stuck.
Funeral potatoes are a close second.
As a non-Mormon from Utah, I grew up never really eating much Jello - in fact, I didn't realize green Jello was a thing here until reading a "facts about the 50 states" type book. As far as funeral potatoes are concerned, I've had them in many places - the name seems to be the only thing about that dish distinctive to Utah.
To be honest, I would have picked fry sauce for Utah - basically a mixture of ketchup and mayo that people in Utah and eastern Idaho put on burgers and dip fries in. Which is why Heinz's "mayochup" they introduced a while back was dumb IMO. That was by no means some clever new creative product - it was already a thing with its own name here.
Yeah, my Utahn wife misses the broad availability of fry sauce.
Although I understand your lack of exposure to jello salads galore, I suspect that is a matter of sampling bias, given Utah is surprisingly somewhere around 60% Mormon (higher percentage than you'd think nowadays).
60% is lower than I expected. Thought it was 70-80%.
Some Utahn Mormons would say that was before the Californian Invasion thirty years ago and then bemoan how Californians came for the nice environment that Mormons worked hard to establish and then worked to destroy it. :D
A lot of Californians moved to Utah and Arizona around the same time. The Colorado Plateau Region is probably a good analog for how both states used to be demographically when it comes to a population distribution on how high the Mormon populace really was. Seems like Idaho is the big migrating spot for disenfranchised Californians now.
We'll bring some pork roll along, in addition to Jeff's Jersey tomatoes.
Somebody from PA better bring some Lebanon Bologna and other PA Dutch fare, along with cheesesteaks from Philly (but not from Touristy Trap places like Pat's or Geno's).
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Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
Hopefully you don't mean that Utah can't bring Jello for that reason. I mean, pizza was invented in Italy!
Besides which, people have been boiling hooves to get gelatin since at least the 15th Century.
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Quote from: kphoger on May 01, 2020, 04:08:17 PM
Utah is somewhat famous for Jello because of the Mormons, no wait, Latter Day Saints, no wait, ah whatever, I'm sticking with Mormons.
I have no idea what the connection is between Mormons and Jello, but FWIW, the Mormons originated in Palmyra, NY, and Jello was invented in LeRoy, NY. Both are about a half an hour away from where I sit right now.
Hopefully you don't mean that Utah can't bring Jello for that reason. I mean, pizza was invented in Italy!
Not at all, I was only pointing out that both Mormons and jello originated elsewhere, and both in the same area... and that area isn't Utah.
AQ Chicken, Tontitown Italian spaghetti
Quote from: Rothman on May 02, 2020, 10:35:08 AM
Quote from: jeffandnicole on May 02, 2020, 09:11:10 AM
Quote from: Rothman on May 01, 2020, 04:56:43 PM
NJ = Rutt's Hut rippers.
I had to look this up. Deep Fried Hot Dogs isn't a Jersey thing.
Psst: Rutt's Hutt is in NJ. :D
What I'm saying is..and what I believe this thread is meant to be about...is what foods is your state known for that you could being to a picnic. A one-off restuarant selling something that you really can't find elsewhere in the state isn't that.
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Quote from: Rothman on May 01, 2020, 04:56:43 PM
NJ = Rutt's Hut rippers.
I had to look this up. Deep Fried Hot Dogs isn't a Jersey thing.
Psst: Rutt's Hutt is in NJ. :D
What I'm saying is..and what I believe this thread is meant to be about...is what foods is your state known for that you could being to a picnic. A one-off restuarant selling something that you really can't find elsewhere in the state isn't that.
You certainly can't find them outside of NJ, either (especially with their version of relish).
Well, since the hamburger was first served in New Haven, I'll bring the burgers. You have your choice of a steamed burger or one served on grilled white bread with tomato and onion.
Quote from: TheHighwayMan394 on May 01, 2020, 05:09:11 PM
I actually have no idea what the hell most of the Plains states would bring. ND/SD, MN, and WI are pretty much the same culinarily other than WI's cheese. NE, KS, OK, no idea. Tulsa style BBQ? bugo says that's a thing.
I suppose one of ND and SD gets the short straw and has to bring the lutefisk. Maybe the other can bring the Swedish meatballs. Lefse maybe?
Nebraska can bring the Runza.
Once we get to 30 states decided, we should make a map.
Hmmmmmm this one is tough
I'd probably go with the Italian beef sandwich
Iowa's entree would probably be a loose meat sandwich.
Quote from: hbelkins on May 05, 2020, 11:05:04 AM
Iowa's entree would probably be a loose meat sandwich.
I don't know. A pork tenderloin sandwich is pretty hard to beat for its Iowishness.
Indiana could very claim the pork tenderloin as well. When it comes to signature dishes from this state, it's the one I hear of the most. Sugar Cream Pie is the other major claim for a signature dish. Naturally I've never eaten either of them.
Michigan - Cornish pasties
Wisconsin - curds
Indiana - persimmon pudding
Quote from: hbelkins on May 05, 2020, 11:05:04 AM
Iowa's entree would probably be a loose meat sandwich.
Maid-Rite? ;)
Did we assign pies to the South? I recall Key Lime pie for FL. Peach for GA, and pecan for AL?
Can't have a good picnic without desserts.
Quote from: Roadrunner75 on May 02, 2020, 01:11:39 PM
We'll bring some pork roll along, in addition to Jeff's Jersey tomatoes.
Somebody from PA better bring some Lebanon Bologna and other PA Dutch fare, along with cheesesteaks from Philly (but not from Touristy Trap places like Pat's or Geno's).
Gotcha covered, including the shoo-fly pie, scrapple and birch beer.