"When it comes to comfort food, no region in the U.S. does it like the South. Those in-the-know can tell you that there are many Southern side dishes that you should definitely try at least once, and that includes things like fried green tomatoes, succotash, hush puppies, corn fritters, and any number of casseroles. (A sweet potato casserole with bacon? Yes, please!)"
"That list brings up a question, though, and if you're wondering why so many Southern dishes have such odd names, you're not alone. What the heck does "succotash" mean, anyway? We know what hush puppies are, but ... why? Is it acceptable to order a hoecake in polite company? What is poke salad? If Southern cuisine leaves you with more questions than answers, don't worry. We've got you covered."
"The name is definitely weird, but don't worry, the origin of the pig pickin' cake is almost unexpectedly delicious. This traditionally yellow or vanilla cake gets a kick of flavor from mandarin oranges, pineapple, and a pudding-based frosting, and we'll give you a hint as to the source of the name by saying that this cake almost certainly comes from North Carolina."
The American South excels at comfort food and offers many iconic side dishes such as fried green tomatoes, succotash, hush puppies, corn fritters, and numerous casseroles. Several Southern dish names sound odd and often prompt curiosity about their meanings and origins. Regional food names reflect historical practices, local ingredients, and social traditions tied to gatherings and barbecues. Pig pickin' cake exemplifies this link: a yellow or vanilla cake flavored with mandarin oranges, pineapple, and pudding-based frosting that became associated with North Carolina whole-hog barbecue events called pig pickins.
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