From finger-licking-good fries to melt-in-your-mouth handcrafted chocolates, there’s certainly no shortage of good eats when you come to Idaho. There are a few unique foods, however, that will help you earn your Idaho bragging rights. Take a look at this list to discover what food Idaho is known for and see what you’re willing to try.
Huckleberry … Anything
The huckleberry holds the honor of being the state fruit and one of Idaho’s unique foods, but beyond that claim to fame, the tiny berry is packed with flavor. These tasty blue-black-purplish berries (which are related to the blueberry) are highly sought after since they take nearly two decades to mature. Idaho huckleberry picking locations are so coveted, in fact, many spots remain family secrets. When you visit Idaho, make sure to sample this delectable fruit in a syrup, chocolate, ice cream or fresh from the mountain.
Idaho Sturgeon Caviar
Raised near Hagerman by Fish Breeders of Idaho, these dinosaur-like fish produce the phenomenal Idaho White Sturgeon Caviar known as The American Beluga. These giants are raised in the local spring water, which caviar enthusiasts say makes all the difference.
This luscious wine comes with an icy edge. Ice wine is created with grapes that were allowed to freeze on the vine. The practice significantly concentrates the grape’s sugars and intensifies the flavor profile (YUM!). Grab your own bottle of this sweet treat from Koenig Vineyards and Distillery or Ste. Chapelle.
Ice cream potato at Westside Drive-In. Photo credit: Jessica Hirsch/@cheatdayeats.