Growing up in Michigan meant more than just lakes and cold winters. It meant snacking on treats that felt like home, no matter where you went.
I want to share the foods that made every Michigan kid smile, the ones that still make us nostalgic today.
1. Better Made Potato Chips
Nothing beats ripping open that red bag after school and hearing that satisfying crunch. Better Made chips have been a Detroit staple since 1930, and every Michigan kid knows the taste.
I remember trading sandwiches just to get a handful from a friend’s lunch. The salty, crispy perfection never gets old, and the rainbow chip flavor remains a local legend that outsiders just don’t understand.
2. Faygo Pop
Every corner store in Michigan stocked these brightly colored bottles, and picking your flavor felt like the biggest decision of the day. Rock & Rye and Redpop were my go-to choices that I’d sip slowly to make them last…