Posted in Rhode Island
April 30, 2017
9 Strange Habits Every Rhode Islander Will Defend To The Death
One thing that everyone who’s been to the state can agree on is the fact that Rhode Islanders are a unique group of people! With tons of local customs, very distinct accents, and so much character, the culture here is simply in a league of its own. Here are 9 habits that you’ll find the people of Rhode Island defending when questioned.
You can recognize an out-of-stater a mile away based on how they drink their Del's and Mr. Lemon. If you see someone using a straw, chances are they are not from around here.
Wicked pissuh! This popular New England phrase simply stresses a point! You can even use "wicked" to replace "very," as in, "these clam cakes are wicked delicious."
If anyone asks you where the bubbler is while you're in Rhode Island, they're just looking for water.
This classic Rhode Island food is pure tradition! Just make sure you have them at Olneyville N.Y. System at least once.
Rhode Islanders use their 'R's' in very unique ways. "I'm going to stop at the Bubblah for some watuh."
New England weather has unexpected turns and Rhode Islanders would be the first to defend this strange clothing choice.
Rhode Island is filled with authentic Italian restaurants that serve wonderful pizza, but plain old bakery style pizza is all over the place.
Coffee milk is the official state beverage for a reason. It's as delicious as it is refreshing, but most people from other states have somehow never heard of it.
This is one that probably shouldn't be defended, but try and explain the purpose of the passing lane to a Rhode Islander and about half of us just won't get it.
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