There are a few unique-like foods in this part of the world.
Grits...usually served with butter and salt and pepper. My wife grew up mixing them with fish roe and when she makes that, I literally have to leave the house. The smell alone grosses me out.
biscuits and gravy for breakfast (reallly good but so unhealthy)
Fried chicken like no other I have tasted...so good.
Ramps...again something I cannot stand...so pungent and overpowering.
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The flavor and odor of ramps is usually compared to a combination of onions and garlic, and the garlic odor is particularly strong. Strong enough, in fact, that even ramp-lovers will advise caution. If you sit down to a big meal of ramps, don't be surprised if people continue to keep their distance after a few days have passed!
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