Posted in Rhode Island March 01, 2017 by

10 Things Rhode Islanders Do That Seem Insane To Everyone Else

If there’s one thing that’s certain about Rhode Island, it’s that the locals are a unique bunch of people. Not only do they have a very particular way of speaking, and one of a kind recipes, there are just things that might seem flat out crazy to people from out of state. Here are 10 examples of totally weird things that Rhode Islanders have in common.

We’re aware that these uncertain times are limiting many aspects of life as we all practice social and physical distancing. While we’re continuing to feature destinations that make our state wonderful, we don’t expect or encourage you to go check them out immediately. We believe that supporting local attractions is important now more than ever and we hope our articles inspire your future adventures! And on that note, please nominate your favorite local business that could use some love right now: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/nominate/
1. While the rest of the country is putting milk in their coffee, Rhode Islanders are putting coffee flavor in their milk.
Wikipedia
Coffee milk is the official state drink of Rhode Island and we wouldn't have it any other way.
2. Rhode Islanders most well known mascot is a giant termite on the side of the highway.
Flickr/Tom Woodward
Did you know the Big Blue Bug's official name is Nibbles Woodaway?
3. With some of the best pizzerias in the whole nation, you'll always find plain pizza strips at every family party.
Flickr/ChristinaEatsBrains
Party pizza is a tradition for some reason.
4. You'll see locals wearing shorts with piles of snow all around.
Flickr/Max Wheeler
Shorts are year-round attire in the smallest state.
5. The left lane isn't exactly used for passing in Rhode Island.
Flickr/thisisbossi
We're not sure what happened, but something was lost in translation in driver's ed about passing lanes.
6. In Rhode Island, the hotdogs are actually hot weiners and come decked out with meat, onions, and mustard.
Flickr/Matt
Make sure you order it, "all da way."
7. Rhode Islanders give all their directions based on the location of Dunkin' Donuts, or businesses that were there 20 years ago.
Flickr/Mike Mozart
"Go through the first set of lights and take a left at the Dunkin, then a right where the old Almac was."
8. Any drive lasting more than 15 minutes is called a road trip in Little Rhody.
Flickr/6SN7
"Pack up some snacks. We're going to Chepachet for the day."
9. The only acceptable form of lemonade is frozen and you are not allowed to drink it with a straw!
Flickr/Wally Gobetz
Del's Lemonade and Mr. Lemon are clearly the best choices.
10. From bubblers, grinders, and coffee cabinets, Rhode Islanders use a "wicked" lot of different words.
Flickr/Thankyouforvisitingmypage
Listening to a Rhode Islander speak almost feels like listening to someone from another country.

For more on what life is like in Rhode Island, click here.