One of the biggest things people get homesick for is the food of their youth, especially around the holidays. Philadelphia is rich with unique foodstuffs, and I don't blame folks for missing cheesesteaks done right or any other local delicacy that's hard to find elsewhere — and you might miss them, too, once you've had them. So, here are a few classic Philadelphia foods to try when you're in Philly this fall, and info on how to send some to your favorite Philadelphian expat.

The Reading Terminal Market is a good place to both sample lots of stuff and get it shipped wherever. Better yet, it's super close to the Four Points by Sheraton Philadelphia City Center. After you peruse the dozens of specialty stores, restaurants and Amish farmstands, stop into the Pennsylvania General Store to have some of them shipped — including those beloved Tastykake treats found in convenience stores all over town. (You can order directly from the bakery, too.)

For Philly cheesesteaks, Campo's Deli is considered by some to be one of the best, and makes it easy (though not cheap) to get yours "whiz wit" shipped wherever you need it.

Gelato isn't exactly unique to Philadelphia, but Capogiro's superlative quality and wide range of unusual flavors inspire great devotion. As long as you're willing to purchase six pints at a time, you can order it online and have it shipped anywhere in the country. The "Thank You Thanksgiving" mix, with mint, pumpkin, apple cider, cinnamon, pear and mascarpone-apple would be perfect for the holidays.