Philly Sandwiches

The Cheesesteak Contest that Changed John’s Roast Pork

When John’s Roast Pork was crowned the ultimate cheesesteak in 2001, it changed the shop’s history

Details that have changed since the book was published.

A wrap up of additional photos that weren’t featured in A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches.

History of Philly’s chicken cutlet Italiano, in photos

Historical roast pork Italiano photos that didn’t make A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches

This short clip on Man vs Food forever changed Philadelphia sandwich culture.

Many memories of Old Original Levis can be found on social media — here are some of my favorites

The Schmitter is a Philly classic, invented at McNally’s Tavern in Chestnut Hill.

Historical cheesesteak photos that didn’t make my A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches book.

Historical hoagie photos that didn’t make A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches by Mike Madaio

Learn about how Shank’s Original has created their roast pork sandwich since the 1960s

The Texas Tommy was supposedly invented in Pottstown, PA

When JFK tried Lenny’s Hot Dogs, a Philadelphia institution.

Historical hot dog photos that didn’t make the book A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches.