Lubbock residents have a simple summer diet plan: consume cold things and hope for the best. With temperatures expected to reach 106 degrees, many are turning to classic summer snacks to cool off.

Summer Favorites

Some of the most popular summer foods in Lubbock include popsicles, watermelon, snow cones, hot dogs on the grill, Sonic drinks, bologna sandwiches, pickles, brisket, corn dogs, and root beer floats. These foods are often associated with summer and are a staple in many Lubbock households.

The real taste of summer in Lubbock is anything but fancy. It’s more about sticky fingers and things you can eat in the backyard while you run through the sprinklers. Many residents enjoy these classic summer snacks as a way to beat the heat and enjoy the summer season.

Original reporting: News/Talk 790 KFYO (Lubbock) — read the source article.