It’s been too long. I believe I went three days without a full Turkey Sandwich. So, I got after it today - and had two.
Turkey Sandwich #1: I stopped by my local Safeway story to pick up some stuff before work this morning. I had an idea that I would get a Turkey Sandwich from the deli, but I wasn’t expecting to get a PANINI!! There there were, right when I walked in, just staring at me – Paninis.
They have a nice selection, Ham, Meatloaf, Breakfast, Roast Beef and of course the Turkey and Havarti. Even though I have never “officially” had meatloaf, that panini looked pretty fucking good. (Side note: I have become more interested in meatloaf lately as I have realized that it is basically the same thing as meatballs, which I like).
So I get the Turkey and Havarti. It should be noted at this time that the Paninis are grilled at the time they are ordered, which I think is a nice service. But, the overall sandwich was disappointing. Way too much butter was slimed on there for the grilling, and the inside was still cold when I ate it. And let’s face it, “Panini” is just a fancy name for a Grilled Cheese.
Sandwich #2
It’s been a long time coming. And I won’t deny it: I have faced a firestorm of criticism that I have not reviewed a Turkey Sandwich from our neighboring Blake Street Tavern. I acknowlege these remarks (mainly by my competitor Turkey Sandwich sites) and decided that today was the day that I face may critics and review the damn Turkey Sandwich.
First, let me specify what I ordered: “Build Your Own Deli Sandwich” with Turkey, Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Rye Bread.
What I got: Far from “Deli Sandwich”. This was more like a “kitchen sandwich” – meaning I could make this thing in my Kitchen. Sure, I give props on the Marble Rye bread – but dude, $6.95 for Carl Buddig Turkey, a slice of cheese and couple of slices of Wonder Bread? You’ve got to be kidding me.
I say this with all due respect, of course. So this is how we can fix the situation. I am announcing right here, on The Turkey Sandwich Report, that I am offering Blake Street Tavern my services to create a Turkey Sandwich. My asking price? That it is called “The Stewart” – that’s all.
What a deal! The world’s foremost Turkey Sandwich authority ALLOWING you to name a Turkey Sandwich after him!
BTW, I am also lobbying for them to officially name the watered down cranberry drink the “Chris Rippe”.
I only have one comment to make today. When you said, “meaning I could make this thing in my Kitchen. Sure, I give props on the Marble Rye bread – but dude, $6.95 for Carl Buddig Turkey, a slice of cheese and couple of slices of Wonder Bread? You’ve got to be kidding me.”
I would have added at least one “fuck” word. Here are two possible suggestions:
“You’ve got to be fucking kidding me.”
…or “but dude, $6.95 for fucking Carl Buddig Turkey, a slice of fucking cheese and couple of slices of fucking Wonder Bread?”
Can you see how much stronger that is?
Anyway, I am always glad to help.
yes, i fucking missed that one.