Kunming Airlines Eat like Local
If you are foodie and love to munch on the local flavor of any place then, Philadelphia is your next destination. With a broad range of cultures in the metropolitan city, you can find foods from almost every country imaginable. But, if you are looking for something truly authentic nothing says Philadelphia quite like these local favorites. Certain foods have become iconic to the city like the ‘cheesesteaks’ and ‘soft pretzels’ Here goes the list of local food to try out when in Philly.
Local Flavours of Philadelphia
Cheesesteaks
Fresh, soft and squishy Italian rolls, typically 12 inches long, filled with melted cheese and tender pieces of meat are the main components of this truly Philadelphia sandwich. Make the cheesesteak tastier with American or Provolone cheese and the option of adding fried or raw onions to the steak. The juices of the succulent cheesesteak tend to run out the back of the roll, so lean over and dig in because you could end up wearing it!
Hoagies
The “Official Sandwich of Philadelphia,” hoagies are a regional concoction packed with lettuce, tomato, onions, peppers, oregano, oil dressing, cheese (Provolone or American, usually) and of course, delicious Italian lunch meats like dry salami, mortadella and capicolla – hence the nickname, “Italian Hoagie.”
Scrapple
Hailed as the first pork food invented in America, this local invention is a fried treat at any meal. A mishmash of pork, cornmeal, flour, onions, herbs, spices and other seasonings packed into a loaf before being fried to perfection for your taste buds.
Soft Pretzels
These soft and chewy, hand-twisted baked goods are the ultimate comfort food for Philadelphians. Baked fresh everyday and available at street vendors, local stores, or directly from the factory, these salty satisfiers are delicious with a little spicy mustard.
Water Ice
Nothing says summer in Philadelphia better than water ice (also known as Italian ice). A cool and refreshing frozen treat is a smooth mixture of ice, fruit juice and fresh fruit. Available at street vendors and establishments throughout the City and comes in traditional flavors such as cherry and lemon, as well as more exotic flavors like chocolate, mango, passion fruit and coconut.
