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https://www.thekitchn.com/hoagies-heroes-subs-and-grinders-whats-the-deal-with-these-sandwich-names-222944
Layer some meat, maybe some cheese, a spread, and your favorite toppings between two slices of bread and you’ve got yourself a sandwich. Swap that bread for a long, thick roll (the longer, the better) and you’ve got something else entirely. This isn’t just a sandwich — it’s something far greater.As for what it’s called, however, that’s a whole other thing. Hoagie, sub, grinder — what’s the deal with all these names for a fairly straightforward food?
Subs
Growing up in northern New Jersey, I knew these sandwiches — piled high with meat, cheese, fixings, and dressing — by one name: a sub. Served on a long Italian roll anywhere from six inches to six feet, this sandwich is named for its resemblance to a submarine.
“Sub” is probably the most widely used name for this type of cold sandwich. Whether you’re in the north, south, east coast, west coast, or midwest, you’ve probably used this term before. (Or at the very least, you’ve heard of it.)
Hoagies
Going to college in Pennsylvania taught me that people from Philadelphia and South Jersey are adamant about calling this sandwich a “hoagie.” Like a sub, hoagies are also served cold, but have a stronger association with Italian-Ameican culture.
There are several theories surrounding the origin of this sandwich’s name. One of my favorites is that these sandwiches got their name from popularity among the Italian immigrants who worked at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, once known as Hog Island. These workers were known as “hoggies,” which eventually morphed into “hoagies.”
HeroesThis sandwich variation hails from New York City, and is seemingly the most versatile. It uses a range of different fillings that span beyond meat and cheese, and can be served warm or cold.
One fun explanation is that the name implies the heroic effort needed to actually eat this sandwich.
Grinders
This sandwich variation is well-known among New Englanders, and can be served warm or cold. Instead of cold cuts and cheese, you might also find grinders filled with meatballs or sliced chicken breast.
One theory is that these long sandwiches got their name because they require so much grinding or chewing.
What do you call this type of sandwich?
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It’s always been sub to me.0
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Hmm...never knew of the New England vernacular. I don't normally get a grinder but, around here, it's just a hoagie thrown in the oven for a bit.
God damnit....I want another hoagie nowwww.myspace.com0 -
North of England say pop for what you call soda
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The Juggler said:Hmm...never knew of the New England vernacular. I don't normally get a grinder but, around here, it's just a hoagie thrown in the oven for a bit.
God damnit....I want another hoagie now
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Grew up in VT and it was a grinder when it went in the ovenThe love he receives is the love that is saved0
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lastexitlondon said:North of England say pop for what you call sodaI'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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F Me In The Brain said:Grew up in VT and it was a grinder when it went in the ovenI'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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I’ve never used the term grinder but I used to order an incredible meatball sub quite a bit. Its just called a meatball sub though.0
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mcgruff10 said:F Me In The Brain said:Grew up in VT and it was a grinder when it went in the oven
Did you get them all?
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F Me In The Brain said:mcgruff10 said:F Me In The Brain said:Grew up in VT and it was a grinder when it went in the oven
Did you get them all?I'll ride the wave where it takes me......0 -
mcgruff10 said:lastexitlondon said:North of England say pop for what you call soda
this song is meant to be called i got shit,itshould be called i got shit tickets-hartford 06 -0 -
lastexitlondon said:mcgruff10 said:lastexitlondon said:North of England say pop for what you call sodaI'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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bbiggs said:I’ve never used the term grinder but I used to order an incredible meatball sub quite a bit. Its just called a meatball sub though.www.myspace.com0
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Grinder is the Connecticut term for sub, hoagie, or wedge (a westchester NY thing). Hot or cold. And while Connecticut owns pizza for the nation, and we do have some great grinder shops, we can tip our hats to Jersey and Philly.0
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Get_Right said:Grinder is the Connecticut term for sub, hoagie, or wedge (a westchester NY thing). Hot or cold. And while Connecticut owns pizza for the nation, and we do have some great grinder shops, we can tip our hats to Jersey and Philly.I'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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mcgruff10 said:Get_Right said:Grinder is the Connecticut term for sub, hoagie, or wedge (a westchester NY thing). Hot or cold. And while Connecticut owns pizza for the nation, and we do have some great grinder shops, we can tip our hats to Jersey and Philly.0
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Get_Right said:mcgruff10 said:Get_Right said:Grinder is the Connecticut term for sub, hoagie, or wedge (a westchester NY thing). Hot or cold. And while Connecticut owns pizza for the nation, and we do have some great grinder shops, we can tip our hats to Jersey and Philly.I'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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mcgruff10 said:Get_Right said:mcgruff10 said:Get_Right said:Grinder is the Connecticut term for sub, hoagie, or wedge (a westchester NY thing). Hot or cold. And while Connecticut owns pizza for the nation, and we do have some great grinder shops, we can tip our hats to Jersey and Philly.0
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Wedges?!?! What the hell is that?!I'll ride the wave where it takes me......0
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