Andrew Lekashman

Andrew Lekashman

Four glass jars of pickles on a marble counter against white subway tile, whole and sliced cucumbers packed with dill fronds and mustard seed.

Cubano Pickles

No Cubano sandwich is complete without the signature tangy crunch of dill pickles. While store-bought options can work in a pinch, making your own pickles at home gives you control over flavor and adds an exciting, personalized touch to your sandwich.

A pressed Cubano halved in a paper-lined basket, griddle-marked bread around roast pork, melted cheese and pickle slices.

The Cubano

The Cubano is settled by the press: ham, mojo-roast pork, Swiss, pickle, and mustard on Cuban bread, flattened on a plancha into one dense, crisp object, with a recipe four cities still argue over.

a sandwich named after my cat Bear

The Bear

Bear was no ordinary cat—fat, clever, and shamelessly obsessed with food. During writing this blog, he kept me company every morning, always hoping for a bite. His adventurous spirit inspired this sandwich: crispy, tart apples, rich brie, and chicken. It’s a reminder to be bold and try new things.

a glass bowl of homemade mayonnaise

Rich Mayonnaise

If you've never tasted homemade mayonnaise, you're in for a treat. With this easy recipe, you’ll whip up a luscious, perfectly balanced mayo using fresh egg yolks, mustard powder, and a bit of olive oil.

Lobster roll sandwich on a cutting board

Lobster Roll

Picked lobster on a griddled split-top roll with warm butter or cold mayonnaise, and that is the whole sandwich. The lobster roll spends everything on the filling and builds the rest to step aside.

A Philly Ches

Regional Sandwich Evolution

From the bustling streets of Philadelphia with its iconic Cheesesteak to the aromatic stalls of Vietnam serving Banh Mi, and onto the refined tea rooms of the UK boasting the Egg Salad Tea Sandwich; explore the history behind these sandwich classics and spark your local sandwich adventure.

Andrew Lekashman
Andrew Lekashman
· 10 min read
A toasted turkey sandwich on a white plate, sliced turkey with melted cheddar, tomato and green leaf lettuce between griddled slices of seeded bread.

Ultimate Turkey and Cheese Sandwich

Elevate your lunch game with our Ultimate Turkey and Cheese Sandwich. Combining succulent roasted turkey slices with rich, gooey cheese on perfectly toasted bread, it's a bite of indulgence you deserve.

a bacon wrapped hot dog, tijuana or san jose california style

Danger Dogs

A beef frank spiraled in bacon and fried in its own fat, sold off a midnight sidewalk cart. The name points at the vendor's health-code status, not the plate.

A bottle of secret orange sauce from La Victoria, San Jose, California

Orange Sauce

"Discover the secret behind the renowned La Victoria Orange Sauce, perfect for enhancing your Danger Dog. This smoky and creamy sauce, inspired by the legendary original, is a must-try for food enthusiasts.

Is a hot dog a sandwich?

Is the Hot Dog a Sandwich?

While this is reasonably definitive, even prestigious dictionaries have difficulty closing a debate on what a word means by themselves. Fortunately, the good folks at Wikipedia have fully endorsed the “hot dog is a sandwich” argument.

Andrew Lekashman
Andrew Lekashman
· 3 min read
Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Blueberry Burger from Scolari's in Alameda

Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Blueberry Burger

Featuring a delightful blend of tart blueberries, crispy bacon, and melted blue cheese, the Blueberry Bacon Burger from Scolari’s in Alameda, California, offers a flavorful twist on the classic burger experience.

a thanksgiving sandwich with delicate and secret ingredients

Sandwich Secrets

Discover the art and science behind the perfect grilled sandwich, the nuanced difference between a melt and grilled cheese, and why a diagonal cut elevates your sandwich experience.

Andrew Lekashman
Andrew Lekashman
· 4 min read
The Elvis Sandwich - a peanut butter and jelly with bacon

Elvis Sandwich

Peanut butter, bacon, banana, and fruit preserves on griddled bread, in two forms: the Memphis household snack and the legendary Denver Fool's Gold Loaf flown for by private jet.

A peanut butter and jelly sandwich on a cutting board

Peanut Butter and Jelly

Delving deep into the nostalgic world of sandwiches, this chapter pays homage to the beloved Peanut Butter and Jelly, exploring its humble beginnings and artisanal variations.