And here I thought they were a New England thing. I don't care for them but go for it!
Don't quote me on this, but the Finish people used to pickle suckers. (um ew) I don't recall the exact details of it, but it was so they could store them safely until winter.
Edited for: Sorry, I should have read the rest of the notes, this style of food was already mentioned and again, its not just a New England thing! I learn so much off these types of topics! Thanks!