Food T-shirts From All 50 states
When giving gifts to friends in far flung places, there's nothing better than repping the thing or things that make your home state unique.
This holiday season, instead of shipping out another round of, say, gift baskets or cookbooks from your home base, give friends a way to celebrate your favorite iconic food in wearable form. From coast to coast, we have something here from every state.
Alabama
Any Alabamian worth their sweet tea knows that white BBQ sauce is king. Debate about the best sauce is fierce, but many vote for Big Bob Gibson’s, an iconic ‘que joint in Decatur.
Alaska
We asked, you answered! We got a surprising number of votes (well, two) for Moose’s Tooth Pizzeria in Anchorage.
Arizona
Every Arizonan knows the lure of cool, slushy eegee’s in the summer. You voiced your love, and we agree! (Well, the one Arizonan on staff agrees.)
Arkansas
Is there any other state in the Union that’s got such a tasty state treat? Chocolate gravy is what we heard about Arkansas, and all we can say is, can someone send us a recipe?
Delaware
Several states claim scrapple for their own, but research tells us Delaware is where it originated.
Georgia
If you’re from Georgia, you know The Varsity. At least a dozen of you mentioned it to us, so here it is!
Hawaii
Loco moco is a Hawaiian institution, and you need it in your life. Barring that, here’s a T-shirt.
Idaho
Okay, we tried to find a T-shirt with the iconic ice cream potato, but had no luck. So we have this cute t-shirt instead. Suggestions? Tell us on Facebook!
Illinois
Though there were a few votes for Chicago’s iconic pizza, a few of you mentioned the famous horseshoe sandwich, which hails from Springfield!
Indiana
We had a few votes for Wick’s Sugar Cream pies as an iconic food! While we couldn’t find a specific Wick’s-branded shirt, we did find this reminder of the sweet slices.
Iowa
Follow the Pork Tenderloin Trail to sample the best of Iowa’s iconic pork tenderloin sandwiches. When you’re finished, you’ll receive this handsome shirt—which must be earned, not bought—making it an even more precious gift.
Kansas
KC-style barbecue was the overwhelming response we got from you, and Joe’s Kansas City was the pick for the place.
Kentucky
Besides bourbon and Ale-8, is there any more iconic Kentucky food than the hot brown sandwich? We didn’t think so.
Louisiana
Is there any more iconic food than the muffuletta sandwich from Central Grocery? We thought not.
Maine
Our resident Maine expert in the office put out a big vote for Shipyard Brewing in Portland—he describes it as “capturing the spirit of coastal living with great seasonal brews.” And who could argue with that?
Maryland
The only answer we received more than simply “Maryland crab” was “crab with Old Bay.” So in honor of that, here’s a cute, vintage-y tea for the Old Line State-er in your life.
Massachusetts
Hey, who doesn't love pie? You apparently love Boston cream pie, so we thought this sweet slice was appropriate.
Missouri
The iconic slinger sandwich was invented in Missouri, and Eat Rite Diner is where you told us to get them.
Montana
The Pickle Barrel has been making sandwiches in Bozeman for 30 years. You chose it; here it is!
Nebraska
The Reuben sandwich is SO iconic, often, we don't even stop to think about where it came from. Well, it came from the Blackstone Hotel in Nebraska. So this shirt seems entirely appropriate.
Nevada
Okay, we admit it's a bit cheesy, but can you honestly say you don't love those lavish casino buffets?
New Hampshire
Though the Granite State can lay claim to birthing a number of iconic foods, we just really, really like cider doughnuts.
New Jersey
Talk to anyone from New Jersey or Pennsylvania and they'll tell you: people are PASSIONATE about Taylor ham.
New Mexico
Say "food in New Mexico," and likely one thing comes to mind immediately: the iconic Hatch chile.
New York
Sure, the Anchor bar wings of Buffalo are iconic, but we thought we'd give a shout out to New England chowder's under-appreciated cousin, Manhattan clam chowder.
Ohio
Coneys are notorious in Ohio for being piled high with Skyline's famous chili and cheese. Not exactly Cooking Light-approved, but delicious nonetheless.
Oklahoma
Is there anything more comforting and perfect than chicken fried steak? Not in Oklahoma! (But we got a vote for fried onion burgers, too.)
Oregon
Voodoo doughnuts—especially the bacon-maple bars—are a Portland staple. Give a taste of Oregon with this sweet tee (sorry, we had to).
Pennsylvania
This shirt showcases the four main Philly food groups: cheesesteaks, hoagies, soft pretzels, and scrapple.
Rhode Island
It's the official state drink of Rhode Island for a reason—what's not to love about coffee milk?!
South Carolina
Though there are many great things about the Palmetto State, pimento cheese has to be at least in the top ten.
South Dakota
Chislic (cubes of red meat served on skewers) is the state food of South Dakota. Varieties of meat and game vary regionally within the state.
Tennessee
Hot chicken has gotten so popular you can find it most anywhere. But never forget that it was born in Nashville.
Virginia
Virginia is known for its distinctive style of ham, similar to the salty country ham found elsewhere throughout the South.
West Virginia
West Virginians claim that the pepperoni roll was invented there... and we're not going to argue!
