Michigan has a lot of touristy towns, especially along its many miles of coastline. Frankenmuth is one of our landlocked tourist towns where visitors can try the chicken, shop at Bronners for Christmas stuff all year, and where the locals can just go and stock up on chicken seasoning.
Superman ice cream is every child’s favorite in Michigan, and we’re shocked to find out that it doesn’t exist in other places. The yellow, red, and blue-colored blend not only looks pretty, but the original flavors taste like lemon, blue moon, and red pop.
Michiganders know that Vernors is the only kind of ginger ale worth drinking. When you have an upset stomach as a child, a Michigan mom will give you Vernors. We don’t even call it ginger ale, it’s just Vernors.
Michigan’s upper peninsula is known for serving pasties, which are pastries filled with meat. Usually, they contain beef, onion, potato, rutabaga, and seasonings, and if you’re not accustomed to the taste, it may not be enjoyable.
Many major cities have their own pizza, but in Michigan, we have our own deep dish square pizza. We’re all about plenty of crust, thick soft bread, and a side of cheese bread.
Paczkis are traditionally eaten on Fat Tuesday in Michigan as part of our Polish heritage. Michiganders know to get several and bring enough to share, because who doesn’t love a traditional take on jelly doughnuts?
In Michigan, we like our locally-made products, including Bettermade Potato Chips. They’re more popular here than any other brand. 