Planker Sandwiches Presents: Traveling Sandwiches

Croque Monsieur- ham (or turkey) and gruyere with dijon crème...

Sun, 11 Dec 2011 21:07:57 -0500

Croque Monsieur- ham (or turkey) and gruyere with dijon crème fraîche, broiled. on pain de mie and served with a small green salad.

You can find this excellent sandwich at Mike & Patty’s in Boston, Massachusetts. Boston is a great sports town with a ton of delicious food to choose from. If you are in the mood for a homemade sandwich check out Mike and Patty’s.

Boychick- Smoked Salmon and Sable with Cream Cheese on a Bagel...

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 20:12:43 -0500

Boychick- Smoked Salmon and Sable with Cream Cheese on a Bagel or Bialy

Russ and Daughters in the Lower East Side of Manhattan is famous for its delicious salmon. This place has been serving up the good stuff since 1914 and is well-known around the city. If you want to taste some seriously delicious lox, stop into Russ and Daughters the next time you are in the Big Apple.

Turkey with- Smoked Gouda, Caramelized Onions, Sprouts, Balsamic...

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:16:00 -0500

Turkey with- Smoked Gouda, Caramelized Onions, Sprouts, Balsamic Mayo

You can find this delicious sandwich at La Bodega in Cleveland, Ohio. This place is great for lunch and has a ton of salads, vegetarian options, and 60 different sandwiches to choose from. If you are traveling around Cleveland in search of a delicious sandwich, this is the place you want to eat at.

Dad’s Killer- Roast beef, turkey breast, smoked ham,...

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:40:00 -0500

Dad’s Killer- Roast beef, turkey breast, smoked ham, corned beef, pepper cheese, Swiss cheese, American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, Kosher pickles, mustard, Miracle Whip, tuscan Italian dressing on an Italian hoagie roll

Even though presidential elections are way off in the distance the Iowa caucuses have been coming up a lot in the news lately. In honor of this important event we are bringing you this delicious sandwich from Des Moines, Iowa. You can find this killer sandwich at B & B Grocery. This sandwich was voted one of Iowa’s best in 2008. If you are traveling around Iowa and need a huge sandwich to fill you up, look for B & B Deli.

Club Sandwich-Triple Decker on Toast- Turkey, bacon, sliced...

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:29:00 -0500

Club Sandwich-Triple Decker on Toast- Turkey, bacon, sliced tomato, Russian Dressing on toast

You can find this gargantuan sandwich at Hobby’s Delicatessen in Newark, New Jersey, known for its seriously delicious deli sandwiches. Newark is about 20 minutes outside of Manhattan so they need great sandwiches to compete with the Big Apple. If you are ever around Newark check out Hobby’s Delicatessen.

Lugano- Bakes ham, swiss, lettuce, tomato, honey mustard &...

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 20:09:00 -0500

Lugano- Bakes ham, swiss, lettuce, tomato, honey mustard & mayo on a croissant

Delicious buttery croissants make any sandwich tase better. You can find this one at Firehouse Deli in Fairfield, Connecticut. Fairfield is a quant little town about an hour outside of Manhattan. If you happen to be passing through Fairfield, be sure and get yourself a sandwich from Firehouse Deli.

Little Chef- Mortadella, pecorino, green olive You can find this...

Sat, 03 Dec 2011 22:38:53 -0500

Little Chef- Mortadella, pecorino, green olive

You can find this delicious yet simple sandwich at Saltie in Brooklyn, New York. Saltie has a small menu, but it has some seriously delicious sandwiches. It also has pastries, so if you are in the mood for pastries or sandwiches stop into Saltie in Brooklyn, New York.

Chicken Salad Melt- All white meat chicken salad sandwich with...

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 16:23:00 -0500

Chicken Salad Melt- All white meat chicken salad sandwich with cheese, grilled on your choice of bread with lettuce and tomato

You can find this delicious twist on a classic sandwich at Sandwich Works in Newton, Massachusetts. Newton is a Boston Suburb and the name Fig Newton comes from this town. Newton is a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of Boston. If you are traveling around Beantown, definitely check out Sandwich Works.

Salami Slam- Salami, onions, mushrooms, black olives, tomatoes,...

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:06:34 -0500

Salami Slam- Salami, onions, mushrooms, black olives, tomatoes, and jack on a white hoagie

Almost sounds like a slice of pizza in sandwich form. You can find this delicious sandwich at the Blue Moon Bakery in Big Sky, Montana. Big Sky is a great ski town with beautiful mountains and great sightseeing. Big Sky is only a few hours from Yellowstone National Park. The next time you are out west doing some skiing or sightseeing, be sure and check out Blue Moon Bakery.

Meatloaf- bread & butter pickled vegetables, cheddar...

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:41:00 -0500

Meatloaf- bread & butter pickled vegetables, cheddar & horseradish mayo

You can find this delicious sandwich at Duckfat Restaurant in Portland, Maine. You may be asking yourself why a restaurant would call itself Duckfat… Well it has to do with the famous recipe they have for their fries. They make their fries Belgian style, from potatoes grown in Maine and fry them in Duckfat. If you have never experienced this culinary wonder, stop into Duckfat in Portland, Maine. You’ll be glad you did.

Mediteranean Panini- Fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, provolone...

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:25:00 -0500

Mediteranean Panini- Fresh spinach, artichoke hearts, provolone cheese and sundried tomato garlic pesto

This fresh and delicious sandwich comes to you from The Washburne Cafe in Springfield, Oregon. Springfield is the next town over from Eugene (University of Oregon), so you know it has a lot of Ducks fans. The Washburne Cafe is locally owned and operated and has a ton of delicious menu items to choose from. If you are traveling around Springfield, or are in town for a Ducks game, check out the Washburne Cafe.

Chad’s Choice- Chicken, provolone, green chilies, sprouts,...

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 17:57:26 -0500

Chad’s Choice- Chicken, provolone, green chilies, sprouts, mayonaise, on White.

This sounds like an unbelievably delicious sandwich, and then when you add the green chilies, it takes this delectable creation to a whole different level. You can find Chad’s Choice at Beyond Bread in Tucson, Arizona. Beyond Bread consistently ranks among the best sandwiches in Tucson, making it a must try if you are in the area. Stop in and see what else they have to offer at Beyond Bread.

Bearcat- turkey, bacon, swiss, coleslaw, 1000 island, tomato,...

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:49:46 -0500

Bearcat- turkey, bacon, swiss, coleslaw, 1000 island, tomato, onions & peppers

You can find this delicious sandwich at Johnny McGuire’s Deli in Aspen, Colorado. This almost seems to be a delicious cross between a classic club sandwich and a reuben. Whatever it is, it sounds delicious and the perfect contrast to Aspen’s multitude of 5 star dining adventures. The next time you are exploring Colorado, and happen to pass through Aspen, check out Johnny McGuire’s Deli.

Crab Salad Sandwich- Tender and Flavorful. Still made the...

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 19:28:41 -0500

Crab Salad Sandwich- Tender and Flavorful. Still made the old-fashioned way with REAL Alaskan Snow Crab with lemon juice, mayo and celery.

Fenton’s Creamery in Oakland, California is where you can find this deliciously famous Crab Salad Sandwich. This place has delicious ice cream and extremely tasty sandwiches. Fenton’s is an Oakland staple, and has been around since 1894! If you are traveling around Oakland be sure and check out this historic restaurant for excellent food and desserts.

The Gobbler- Turkey Breast, Stuffing, Gravy, Cranberry...

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 19:47:47 -0500

The Gobbler- Turkey Breast, Stuffing, Gravy, Cranberry Sauce

Happy Thanksgiving everyone, here is a Thanksgiving themed sandwich from Half Fast Subs in Boulder, Colorado. Have a great holiday, and enjoy the night.

Banh Mi- French Baguette and Vietnamese barbecued pork,...

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:46:05 -0500

Banh Mi- French Baguette and Vietnamese barbecued pork, sprinkled with shredded carrots, onions, jalapenos, and cilantro.

This unbelievably delicious creation comes to you from the Saigon Sandwich Shop in San Francisco, California. I think there is an important lesson to learn from the excursions of Traveling Sandwiches; never judge a sandwich restaurant by its cover ( in this case its exterior). Sandwich places come in all shapes, sizes, and locations so don’t let a somewhat shabby looking place drive you away. If you are in The Bay Area any time soon, and need a delicious sandwich, definitely seek out the Saigon Sandwich Shop.

Cochinita Pibil- Wood-roasted suckling pig with achiote, black...

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:02:42 -0500

Cochinita Pibil- Wood-roasted suckling pig with achiote, black beans, pickled onion, habanero.

This is widely considered to be one of the greatest sandwiches in America, and by the description, it certainly sounds like it. You can find this delicious Torta (Mexican sandwich) at Xoco in Chicago, Illinois. Chicago is a great foodie town (one of the best in fact) so if you get a hankering for a delicious sandwich like this one, and you are in Chicago, be sure and stop by Xoco.

Italian Sub- Mortadella, Capicola, Sorpressata, Pepperoni &...

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 18:45:26 -0500

Italian Sub- Mortadella, Capicola, Sorpressata, Pepperoni & Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, Cherry Peppers, Romano Cheese, Mayo, Mustard

This delicious Italian sub comes to you from the Lone Star State, and was actually voted best Italian in Dallas. Jimmy’s Food Store in Dallas, Texas has a huge array of Italian sandwiches for anyone who is in the mood for a feast. Touting the best Italian Sub in Dallas really means something, so the next time you are in the area, check out Jimmy’s Food Store.

Hot Hand Carved Turkey Breast- (Freshly Roasted) Topped with...

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:04:23 -0500

Hot Hand Carved Turkey Breast- (Freshly Roasted) Topped with melted cheddar, red leaf lettuce & tomato, choice of dressing

This delicious sandwich comes to you from Chris’ NY Sandwich Co in Buffalo, New York. It’s amazing how something as simple as a sandwich can have so many delicious variations and combinations. This interesting take on a turkey sandwich sounds quite tasty, despite the simplicity of the ingredients. Planker Sandwiches has brought you some delicious sandwiches over this journey, and we look forward to bringing you a lot more. If you are up around the Buffalo area, be sure and check out Chris’ NY Sandwich Co.

Bistro Beef Sandwich- Grilled Beef Filet, Bleu Cheese Crumbles,...

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 21:08:10 -0500

Bistro Beef Sandwich- Grilled Beef Filet, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Grilled Vidalia Onions, Peppadews, Mixed Greens & Tomato on Ciabatta

It’s getting chilly in Baltimore, Maryland this time of year, and there’s nothing like a delicious sandwich from Miss Shirley’s to warm you up. Baltimore is a great city known for crab cakes, but don’t let that steer you away from the great sandwiches the city has to offer. Baltimore is a great sports town, and if you happen to be in that area in the upcoming months, stop in and try one of Miss Shirley’s legendary sandwiches.