21 Foods Every Seattle Native Misses When They're Out of Washington
With Seattle’s diverse population and access to such rich ingredients, it’s no wonder that Anthony Bourdain says that Seattle has “one of the best and most interesting food scenes in America.”
There are certain foods that Washington simply does better than just about anywhere else in the United States. Here are 21 foods that Seattleites and other Washingtonians specifically miss when they’re out-of-state:
1. Apples
Washington is known for its crisp and juicy apples. I can’t even begin to compare how much better the apples are in Washington than those produced in any other state. In fact, Washington apples constitute about 70% of apple production in the United States.
2. Artisanal Chocolate
The chocolate scene in Seattle has been growing so much that it has become a sort of artisanal chocolate Mecca. One renowned local favorite is Fran’s Chocolate which has President Obama’s favorite candy: Fran’s Smoked Salt Caramels – delectable caramels coated with milk chocolate and sprinkled with smoked sea salt. He even reportedly keeps the White House stocked with these treats for visitors. Read More...