State dinners often consist of, but are not limited to, black tie or white tie dress, military honor guards, a four or five course meal, musical entertainment, dancing, and speeches made on behalf of the head of state hosting the state dinner as well as the foreign head of state.
Jerky is lean meat that has been trimmed of fat, cut into strips, and then dried to prevent spoilage. Normally, this drying includes the addition of salt, to prevent bacteria from developing on the meat before sufficient moisture has been removed.
Neither jerky nor meat sticks are exactly good for you, but jerky is the more healthful protein pick-me-up. Among the very tasty choices, Pacific Gold is the best value. For more snack reviews, visit our Food & Drink Guide.