me items which have some difference from what is available in the UK are: The Chesapeake crab cakes and blue crabs already mentioned. Beef is served much more frequently and the cuts of meat are thicker. Basically while you are here give a NY strip or Porterhouse steak a try. The highest end steaks, such as an 8oz filet mignon appear to be the same in both countries. While pizza is popular in the UK, the American deep dish pizza is worth tasting but I would suggest one of the better pizza chains for this as it varies in quality from restaurant to restaurant. Since you will be heading south along the east coast of the US see if you can find grits, a side dish served with every meal in the southern portion of the US. Southern fried chicken Try an American hot dog for lunch. Being from Chicago my taste runs to putting everything on the dog and bun but ketchup. Look for a sign for Vienna hot dogs at a small hot dog stand. Also for lunch try an American cheeseburger, be careful in that you want a good or great hamburger restaurant as the quality varies and you don't need to come to the US to experience a McDonald's hamburger or cheeseburger. Corn on the cob. An American side dish frequently served in the summer and frankly a part of our culture. While you experiencing America you might order a slice of apple pie, not much different than in the UK but is an icon of American culture. The lobsters and oysters will be different to what is usually served in the UK. If you like these you may give them a try. Be prepared for restaurant portions significantly larger than what you are use to. Good luck and enjoy the stay. Marty Campanella Bay Pelican KK42

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