What it is
A Baltimore carryout meal: fried chicken wings and fries, often seasoned with salt, pepper and ketchup or hot sauce, with a dinner roll. The classic drink is a half-and-half: half lemonade, half iced tea.
How to eat it
- Order "salt, pepper, ketchup" on the fries.
- Most carryouts sell them in four, six or more wings.
The story
Sold at carryouts all over the city, the chicken box is a cheap, filling meal with a loyal following.
Local tip: Get the half-and-half.
Tips from travellers
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