Delawarean are a particular group of people – we have our strange habits and there are a few ways out-of-staters can easily make us mad. That being said, we are a very diverse population! There’s a clear divide at the Canal, and those of us who live in Slower Lower consider ourselves very different from the people who live in Northern Delaware. However, it’s easy to spot someone who doesn’t live in Delaware at all… because even though we’re all pretty unique, there are a few hard and fast rules that we stick to. Next time you’re trying to figure out if someone is a Delaware imposter, see if they commit any of these Delaware sins.

1. They try to serve you round dumplings.
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Here on Delmarva, we prefer slippery dumplings. They're so much better!
2. They say they're "heading down the shore".
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It's the beach! We'll know you're from Jersey if you call it the Shore.
3. They'll ask "what's that?"
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First of all, it's scrapple. Second of all, nobody knows, or WANTS to know, what it is.

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4. They'll try to order a grinder, or a hero.
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We'll let you get away with calling it a hoagie if you're above the canal, but anywhere else? It's a sub.
5. They can't bring you to a local farmstand.
Flickr / Lee Cannon
We really value our fresh produce, and can bring you to the closest local stand with our eyes closed.
6. They'll ask for a nutcracker for crabs.
Flickr / Jason Yung
Much like our friends in Maryland, we scoff at anyone who tries to crack crabs. You waste so much! A true Delawarean knows how to pick them.
7. They'll ask for ketchup with a bucket of Thrasher's Fries.
Flickr / Wayne Thume
It's a Delaware sin to put ketchup on Thrasher's fries. Malt vinegar, only!

But don’t worry! If you’re new to Delaware, we’re happy to show you around, and teach you our ways. Let’s start with lunch at some of our iconic restaurants: you’re sure to enjoy any of these 12 Tasty Restaurants In Delaware Out Of Towners Will Simply Love.

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