Posted in New Jersey
April 01, 2021
7 Ways You Can Always Spot Someone Is From New Jersey, No Matter Where They Are
Is anyone prouder of their home state than those from New Jersey? Wherever a New Jerseyan goes, they carry their state pride with them. (Can you blame them? It’s a great place to live!) This makes it very easy to tell when someone comes from New Jersey, though. Here are the telltale signs.
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New Jersey residents aren't afraid to make themselves heard, that's for sure. They're incredibly friendly, too, so you won't be at all intimidated.

Also known as a Taylor ham sandwich, this savory morning treat is a favorite among New Jersey locals.

The undisputed king of music in New Jersey is Bruce Springsteen. Do not try to argue this point. He is the Garden State's legend.

Be prepared for a lecture about how those people aren't really from New Jersey if you dare to mention the infamous reality show.

Boost! was created in a New Jersey pharmacy. It's a unique kind of soda. Only a Jersey resident would swear by it.

Look, the Garden State just does pizza better than basically anywhere else in America. New Jersey understands pizza.

In New Jersey, it's not legal to pump your own gas. Cue instant confusion every time a New Jersey local leaves the state. It's not that intuitive, OK?!
How else can you tell someone is from New Jersey?