What do you eat in Kentucky?

Barbecue. Western Kentucky barbecue, also known by the specific regional designations of Owensboro barbecue and Pit barbecue, is a style of pork barbecue in which the protein is seasoned with a sweet vinegar-based sauce, and traditionally pork shoulder or pork butt is slow-cooked over hickory coals until tender. While this style of barbecue preparation can also be found elsewhere in Kentucky, it is most notable in the western part of the state.

Burgers. Kentucky is home to some of the best burgers in the country, thanks in part to the state's strong agriculture industry. Many of the state's burgers are made with fresh, local ingredients, and they often come with unique toppings and sauces. Some of the most popular burgers in Kentucky include the Hot Brown Burger, the Louisville Burger, and the Lexington Burger.

Hot brown. The hot brown is an open-faced sandwich that consists of turkey, ham, and bacon, topped with Mornay sauce and baked until bubbly. The hot brown is believed to have originated at the Brown Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky, in the 1920s.

Ice cream. Kentucky is also home to some of the best ice cream in the country. The state's ice cream makers use fresh, local ingredients to create delicious and unique flavors. Some of the most popular ice cream flavors in Kentucky include bourbon ball, butter pecan, and chocolate mint.

Derby Pie. Derby Pie, created by Kern's Kitchen in Louisville in 1950, is a six-layer chocolate pecan pie that is the official dessert of the Kentucky Derby.