Guided, walking food tour of Lambertville and New Hope.
03/02/2025
Fun Food Fact: The Accidental Invention of the Sandwich!
Did you know that the beloved sandwich was created out of convenience—and maybe a little bit of gambling?
Legend has it that John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, was so engrossed in a high-stakes card game in the 1700s that he didn’t want to leave the table for a meal. Instead, he asked his servant to bring him meat between two slices of bread, allowing him to eat with one hand while playing with the other. His fellow players took notice and started ordering “the same as Sandwich”—and just like that, the sandwich was born!
From classic PB&J to gourmet creations, sandwiches have evolved into one of the world’s most versatile and beloved foods. What’s your go-to sandwich? Tell us in the comments!
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BTW - The sandwich has a few fun nicknames, including:
- **"Sarnie"** – A popular British slang term for a sandwich.
- **"Butty"** – Common in Northern England, often referring to a sandwich with butter.
- **"Sando"** – A trendy, short form used in Japan and among foodies for Japanese-style sandwiches.
- **"Sub"** – Short for submarine sandwich, referring to long, baguette-style sandwiches.
- **"Hoagie"** – A term used in Philadelphia for a large sandwich on an Italian roll.
- **"Grinder"** – A New England nickname for a sub-style sandwich.
- **"Hero"** – A New York term for a long sandwich, similar to a sub.
