Certain things are so exquisitely "Maryland" that just the mention of them makes you think of the state flag. Old Bay fries, anyone?
Blue Crabs
Blue crabs are at the top of the list, that's for sure. So much of Maryland culture revolves around this local industry—and they're delicious!
It's cold outside- come warm up with our hot and delicious Freshly Steamed Blue Crabs! #bobrooks #bluecrabs #maryland #baltimore #canton #seafood pic.twitter.com/vgDqrKz7Ij
— Bo Brooks Restaurant (@BoBrooksCanton) November 14, 2019
Love being the awkward vegetarian at a crab feast #somaryland pic.twitter.com/03XBJI5R
— Kelsey Crane (@klcrane1) September 15, 2012
Crab Cakes
Crab cakes are a thing of art, and everyone has a favorite recipe. Try ours here!
Mmm, mmm, good. #MarylandFood https://t.co/Y3dtHP1hYQ
— SheilaMac (@ReallyTurtlejay) May 12, 2017
Old Bay
Old Bay holds a place in every Marylander's heart. Love it or leave it, you can find it on almost anything nowadays.
Emily travels with old bay... Then talks about crabs for awhile.. #somaryland pic.twitter.com/jBptmSt1TC
— Becca Hanlon (@becchanlon) January 22, 2014
i just ate a snickedoodle that had old bay in it #somaryland
— a (@anniewatson_) November 20, 2015
At the "balmore" oriels game eating fries with old bay #somaryland
— Julia Mattson (@julia_mattson) September 1, 2014
Steamers
Don't forget about regional specialties, though. Have you ever had a steamer?
A Taste of Western Maryland #marylandfood, #steamers https://t.co/NxmXUH028J pic.twitter.com/MlJrcJmmFT
— Joyce White (@Joycemwhite) June 24, 2016
Berger Cookies
What about those decadent Berger cookies?
Nothing makes a #Baltimore morning brighter than #BergerCookies. Shown on our newest board. pic.twitter.com/9dcyDTAjmp
— Newfoundland Woods (@NewfWoods) October 25, 2014
Pit Beef
You can't beat a good pit beef sandwich!
Some Baltimore Pit Beef on this fine Sunday ! @HowToBBQRight #pitbeef #Weber pic.twitter.com/4KG8AKpWe7
— Adrian Moore (@yo_adrian26) June 11, 2018
One of those days where there aren't enough hours to do things. Also, I'm craving Pit Beef. Weird. #marylandfood
— Andy Sellers (@YouHave13Hours) August 21, 2012
One thing's for sure: Maryland is a great spot for exploring new foods and local specialties. Get out there and try some!
Did your favorite Maryland food make our list? If not, tell us what we're missing in the comments!