Whether you have lived in Illinois all of your life or just moved here, there are certain things you just can’t live without. Here are 11 things Illinoisians just can’t get enough of.
1. Portillo's
How can one live without Portillo's delicious fries, shakes, and burgers?
2. Sports
Win or lose, we are crazy about football, basketball, baseball and hockey.
3. Italian beef
One of our culinary contributions from Illinois is the Italian beef sandwich. The juicier, the better.
4. Corn
Heck, we grow enough of it. Grilled is best, but boiled is fine in a pinch.
5. Enjoying all four seasons
Hey, it doesn't mean that all four seasons are of equal length, but we definitely get to see all four in all their beauty.
6. Beautiful scenery
We've got fields as far as the eye can see, but we also have rolling hills, bluffs, and rocks.
7. Garage sales
When the weather starts to get warm, the garage sale signs start to go up. It's fun to go around and try to find a bargain.
8. Beer
Illinois makes some really great beers. Don't take away my 312.
9. Chicago
People not from Chicago may not "love" Chicago, but Chicago brings a good deal to our economy.
10. Culture
Art, music, theater--people love culture here.
11. Deep dish pizza
Is it a pizza or a lasagna? It's rich, filling, saucy, and an Illinois favorite.
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