Here Are 9 Things You Can Only Find In Missouri
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Missouri wouldn’t quite be Missouri without having these staple items. Here are a few of my favorite that you’ll only find in the Show-Me State.
Provel is a tri-blend of cheddar, Swiss and provolone cheeses and is said to have originated in Missouri. In fact, it's what makes our St. Louis-style pizza so unique and delicious.
That's right, Panera. Even though we've branched out to become one of the greatest chains in the world, we're still holding true to our original name. And the St. Louis Bread Company restaurants can only be found in Missouri.
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To the rest of the world, a shut-in is a reclusive person who stays in. To Missourians, our shut-ins are the reasons we get out of the house in the summer. This Ozark term refers to a river that is naturally confined within a deep, narrow channel. Johnson Shut-ins and Castor Shut-ins are our most popular ones.
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Keyword: greatest. When it comes to BBQ ribs, pulled pork and burnt ends, Missouri tops the list. Chicago, you're okay. Memphis, you're good. But Missouri? We're the greatest.
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You'll only find this donut franchise in Columbia, Kirkwood and Maplewood. Not going to lie, their donuts can get pretty, well, strange...but that's why we love them so much.
For those special days that you find yourself wanting to spend your afternoon at a hair museum, there's Leila's Hair Museum in Independence. As strange as it sounds, Leila's may be the only hair museum in the United States, which is pretty cool. Or just plain weird.
Most Americans are familiar with the Golden Arches, also known as, McDonald's. However, St. Louis just needs one arch to draw in millions of visitors each year, and we call that the Gateway Arch.
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We may not be the only state with water mills, but we do have the most picturesque ones thanks to our crystal clear rivers and springs.
Askinosie Cholates are another sweet treat that can only be found in Missouri. You can order online, but nothing beats drinking a cup of delicious hot cocoa at their Springfield shop.
What’s your favorite thing that can only be found in Missouri? Share with us in the comments.
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