Dieline Road Trip USA: Pennslyvania

Virginia might be for lovers, but if you are fond of snacking, Pennsylvania might be more your speed.

The Mid-Atlantic commonwealth of Pennsylvania has served as the location for some of America’s most significant points in history, including its inception as host to the first and second Continental Congress and signing of the Declaration of Independence, as well as major Civil War battles, including Gettysburg. But Pennsylvania is also the birthplace and home of some of the country’s biggest brands, including Hershey’s and Heinz, and smaller, beloved regional favorites like Utz and Tastykake.

Pennsylvania is a feast of food and beverage brands, big and small. Between meals of cheesesteaks and scrapple chased with Pepto bombs, our journey through the Keystone State also includes a cornucopia of packaged food and drinks inspired by a unique melange of citizens with diverse backgrounds. Many items find inspiration in old-world recipes adapted by immigrants who settled there.