pasty

A mash up of a pizza and a pasty looks an awful lot like a calzone, just don't tell that to a Yooper.

Recently, I've seen a few things pop up around social media that have infuriated me. Why? Because just because you call something a pasty, that doesn't actually make it a pasty.

Food Newtork went on a mission to determine the Most Iconic Food in all 50 States. They say these must-try dishes are packed with iconic local flavors that share its history and define its geography. Food Network's pick for Michigan is the pasty.

Every state has its own 'language'. Take a look at some key Michigan words and phrases that everyone should know.

If there's one dish that's perfect for a food truck it would be Michigan's beloved pasty.

While they're biggest in the UP, these tasty treats are one of Michigan's favorite things to chow down on.

Let the debate begin. On her recent trip to the Upper Peninsula, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer was seen adding a questionable condiment to her pasty.

A new list has been released that suggests the "Must Try" food in every state. What Michigan food should people try?

Gravy on a pasty, yes. Ketchup on as pasty, for sure. Mayo, through? That's certainly cause for an intense debate.

There's an emoji for everything. Hearts, and this thing: . And an eggplant which means...eggplant. But could there be an emoji for the Upper Peninsula's signature dish, the pasty?

Grab a pasty, the iconic dish of Michgian's Upper Peninsula, and you've got a pretty good idea what to expect - beef (maybe chicken) in a pastry with root vegetables like potato, rutabaga, carrots and onion. Expect something different at Joe's in Ironwood.

Heading north to the Upper Peninsula is a summertime tradition for anyone from West Michigan. It's a long trip and all that time on the road can work up an appetite. Make your next road trip to the U.P. a delicious one with our map of places to stop for a pasty along the way.