Really, Wyoming?
Google Trends released data that shows which Super Bowl party foods are uniquely searched for by state, and of all the options Wyoming had at its disposal, Wyomingites really searched most for … chia seed coconut milk dessert? Is this a joke?
Wyoming’s lack of Super Bowl party food awareness is frankly concerning, but it’s not the only state with some bizarre search results. Here’s a look at which states know how to throw a Super Bowl party — and which states clearly have learning left to do.
Massachusetts, Tennessee, Colorado — Chili
There are many correct answers to the Super Bowl food dilemma, but chili might be the most obvious one. There’s nothing wrong with a classic, either. These states have their parties figured out, that’s for sure.
The only question remaining is what the individual quirks of that chili will be. What types of beans are used? Beef, chicken or vegetarian? No two chilis are alike, but most of them are quite good.
Ohio — Cheese ball
Ohio isn’t messing about. When it comes to enjoying the Super Bowl, simple sometimes is best. There’s no need to disguise cheese as anything fancy — just make a ball and enjoy. Solid plan.
Thirteen states — Various dips
About a quarter of the country knows dips are the way to go — scoop up some delicious amalgam of ingredients and apply directly to the mouth. There are some interesting variables in here, though.
For one, buffalo chicken dip proved to be the most popular choice, with Wisconsin, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Missouri and Kansas all getting in on that action. Unsurprisingly, 7 layer dip was highly searched in Louisiana, Arizona, Utah and Washington.
But then things get a little weird. Iowa, for example, channeled its inner Maryland by searching for crab Rangoon dip. And Nebraska opted for labneh, a strained yogurt dip originating in the Middle East.
Montana — Keto egg bites
Montana is big on diets, it seems. In a decision almost as bizarre as Wyoming’s chia seed thing, Montana has bought into the Ketogenic diet, which focuses on low-carb, high-fat eating that’s supposed to do something good for the body, apparently.
Whatever the health benefits, that doesn’t sound like prime Super Bowl food.
Washington, D.C. — Mochi
In a hipster move to end all hipster foods, Washington, D.C., wants — truly wants — to eat Japanese rice cakes at Super Bowl parties. Way to stay on brand.
• Andy Kostka can be reached at akostka@washingtontimes.com.
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