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Food / drink

Pierogies

Food / drink Food / iconic

Meaning

What it means

Plural/common local form of pierogi.

Pierogies are a staple of Pittsburgh food culture, church events, restaurants, and family meals.

Usage

Use it like this

“We’re having pierogies for dinner.”
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Local note

Why it feels Pittsburgh

Common local plural usage.

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