Maine Voices: That was amore: When Portland was known for Italian sandwiches

Jan 26, 2016 470

by Bill Smith


I'm pretty sure that for the most part, native Portlanders like Italian sandwiches more than people who move here do. That's a shame; I invite newcomers to reconsider. Let's be clear. A real Maine Italian starts with a pillow-soft roll split down the middle.

On one side is a layer of deli ham; on the other, a strip of white American cheese. Then veggies: a generous handful of chopped onion, sliced tomato, tangy sour pickles, green pepper slices and pungent olives.

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