Arcadia Publishing is pleased to announce the publication of A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches: Steaks, Hoagies, Iconic Eateries & More, a new history of the area by author Mike Madaio. Philadelphia boasts some of the most delicious original sandwiches and passionate sandwich aficionados.

From the classic cheesesteak to the delectable roast pork, the city’s cultural and ethnic diversity has resulted in many of America’s most established meals between bread. Iconic sandwich slingers Pat’s and Geno’s, DiNic’s and John’s Roast Pork continue to feed hungry hordes of tourists and locals alike.

“Wiz wit,” “cutlets,” “rabe,” “long hots” and “combos” are vital lingo needed to navigate the sandwich scene. Join author and bona fide sandwich obsessive Mike Madaio as he journeys through the history and eateries behind Philadelphia’s most iconic sandwiches and discovers some unsung heroes along the way. 

Mike Madaio is a food and wine writer based outside of Philadelphia. His career began with the creation of Main Line Dine, a popular restaurant and dining blog covering the Philadelphia suburbs, and his writing has appeared in publications such as Wine Enthusiast, VinePair and Edible Philly. He has also achieved Italian wine ambassador certification from the Vinitaly International Academy. His previous book for The History Press—Lost Mount Penn: Wineries, Railroads and Resorts of Reading—covered the wine house scene in and around Reading, Pennsylvania, in the 1800s.