3rd November: National Sandwich Day

National Sandwich Day  will be celebrated in the US on November 3rd on every year. For all the hardcore foodies, National Sandwich Day is one of the most popular delicacies in the world. A sandwich is considered as one of the most popular lunch items in the United States.

In the United States alone, we have some pretty delicious sandwich inventions. The cheesesteak and sloppy joe are American classics. Don’t forget the muffuletta or the Monte Cristo. We love our Po boys and grilled cheese, pork tenderloins, and po’boys, too. However, we can’t forget some of these other absolutely delicious options:

• BLT
• Club
• Dagwood
• French Dip
• Peanut Butter and Jelly
• Pilgrim

History

The delicious combination of bread filled with various fillings like cheese and meat have been enjoyed by people for several years. However, the name sandwich and its creation have been attributed to the 4th Earl of Sandwich, John Montagu. It is said that he created the now popular dish at a gambling table. Sandwich is a city in the shire of Kent in England. John Montagu was the 4th Earl of this town. John Montagu was a well-known lover of card games. It is said that he originally ordered his cook to have his meat delivered to him without using any cutlery and in between two slices of bread.

This was done so that he could have his one hand free while eating and still continue his game without getting his grease-laden fingers on cards. Later, people started ordering their food in a similar manner, which eventually became the current sandwich.