The Official Food of Every State in the U.S
Did you know that most states in the U.S. have designated official foods ranging from official state dishes and desserts to state nuts, legumes and more? Scroll through the slideshow below to learn more about the unique meats, treats and iconic dishes that have become known as “official foods” across the U.S.
Oregon: Pear
Oregon grows an impressive number of the country’s pears, which is why it was chosen as the state’s official fruit in 2005. Pear trees are even the bestselling fruit tree crop in the entire state.