Favorite foods in Maine

Answer 1

Age, economics, cultural influences, marketing, advertising, religion, travel experiences, nutrition and health all factors that create Favorites for different people.

Barbecue is an example and here is an example of the why:

It was a holiday meal created by slaves from the rejects of the plantation owners kitchen. Ham, Shoulder and Loin had been reserved for the smokehouse or for a special meal. Ribs, hocks, neck, ears, and tail were combined with sour wine (vinegar) and the sediment from the molasses barrels to become a gourmet treat and a form of soul food for many. Post Civil War Texas trail drives added another BBQ variant that was to become a favorite. Add beans and peppers to scraps of meat for Chili.

Age plays its part with favorites like milk toast, grits and oatmeal. Kids and toothless old coots can both get it down and it becomes a favorite. Chop Suey became a favorite in San Francisco as bits an pieces. Certain spices added to a meatball or a type of sausage becomes a favoritebecause it provided the 'essence' of the old country.. Marketing of a simple thing like fried chicken made the Colonel famous.

Religious tradition sets limits.

Economics sets limits. Beluga caviar costs more then a grilled cheese sandwich.

Nutritional needs set limits.

Maine was blessed with a simple crustacean that could be marketed as a favorite.

Answer 2

The same stuff that the rest of America likes to eat.

French toast and French Fries.

McDonalds.

BBQ.

Belgian Waffles.

Buffalo Wings.

Kentucky Fried Chicken.

Chicken cacciatore.

Chicken Fried Steak.

Kung Pao Chicken.

Kobe Beef.

Answer 3

Maine is known for their seafood dishes. One very popular food item in the state is the lobster roll. Another popular food is the clam chowder.

Answer 4

lobster and other fish related dishes