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area or you can visit their website to order some, but watch out, you will be starting a habit!

GOLDENBERG PEANUT CHEWS
These bars of nuts, corn syrup, and chocolate are a Philadelphia favorite. Originated in the city and in the late 1800's by David Goldenberg, this candy treat is a must try by any out of towner.

ITALIAN WATER ICE
Any child chasing the ice cream truck down in the city of Philadelphia will not ask for an ice cream cone, but instead will want the Philly famous Italian Water Ice. Made of shaved ice and fruit and/or syrup, these cool treats are perfect for any hot summer day. If you decide to try one, make sure you try a gelati, which is a water ice with custerd ice cream in the middle.

OTHER LOCAL DELCACIES
If you have time while you are visiting Philly, then hop on the AC Expressway and take about an hour and a half drive down to the Jersey Shore. You can buy some of the best saltwater taffy ever made. This is a chewy, flavorful candy that is utterly addicting. Don't forget to add some Boardwalk fudge too!

If you do not plan on visiting the Philly area, then you can always order these items online. That's right, you can have a Philly Cheesesteak Fedexed to your front door along with other items not available anywhere else in the world. Trust me, when I went away to college, I had my Philly Cheesesteak sent to me every week.

You can't go wrong by ordering a hoagie made on the fresh Amoroso rolls or pork roll sandwich in Philly either. Don't worry, you may be scrunching your face up while reading this, but to us locals, these items are part of our normal cuisine.

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