A nickname for St. Louis, originating in the Native American burial mounds that were once common to the city.
Another name for a laundromat, taken from Houston's rich "Spanglish" vernacular.
A french-style doughnut, typically dusted with powdered sugar and accompanied by a cup of chicory-laced cafe au lait. Made famous in Cafe Du Monde, located in the old French Market on Jackson Square.
Old nickname for Milwaukee, esp. in the 19th century. The source of the nickname was the cream colored bricks once manufactured in Milwaukee.
Crayfish.
What you'll find on local bumper stickers in reference to the town of Homer.
Slugging is a form of hitchhiking in DC that benefits both the hitchhiker and the driver. The driver can use the much faster HOV lane after taking on a passenger.
A county park situated along Lake Travis, is the only clothing-optional public park in Texas.