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| - Sandwich places have 4 levels:
1 - pre-made, like a gas station or grocery store (don't bother)
2 - fresh made at counter (Subway, Potbelly, Whichwich) the key there is not much TLC in the ingredients and construction, but acceptable and cheap
3 - fresh made AND some ingredient TLC, but still some suspect construction (bread:filling ratio off) and a few ingredients just tossed in - think a local Italian or Jewish deli with great meat but crap bread, or a bagel shop that also does sandwiches - good sometimes, but you know there is something more out there...
Level 4! That's when you get TLC in every ingredient and the construction is thought through. Questions are answered like 'What bread does this sandwich need for its level of moisture? What thickness of veggies are needed? Is there a proper crunch:goo element? Should the cheese be melted? Condiments included within, or is this a dipper?' As for construction, the sandwich should be well-distributed, but not perfect, though there should be a high probability of receiving the 'perfect bite.' Part of the charm of a sandwich is any bite may feature a certain ingredient that might have been overshadowed in other bites - it's constantly changing, but also consistent - an enigma!
That's what Mr. Steven did so well in conceptualizing my Cuban - melt-in-your-mouth pork, gooey cheese, sliced pickles (a wedge would have been too much), toasted bread - this sandwich lived up to the standard of a restaurant/chef-inspired meal.
I also shared some party tots with my toddler - tots with nacho toppings, not as good a dish as I would have hoped - kinda sogged up after a while. They had games and toys for the kiddos, which was fun while we waited. 4 stars cuz I've only been once, but I'm sure I'll bump it up to 5 next time so go!
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