I just LOVE this series! I am a longtime subscriber to America's Test Kitchen and Cooks Country. Keep this series going and Brian, you are essential for it! I love your interaction with the locals and the chefs!
I can't believe you went to Tampa without me. I moved from Tampa to Minneapolis. I think all I ate when I lived there was Crroz con Pollo and Cuban sandwiches. Best Cuban food in Tampa is La Teresita on Columbus Drive. AWESOME food.
Yes! La Teresita is the best! Would go every morning after an overnight fishing trip. Even went after all night partying for my bachelor party wrap up.
I love La Teresita. Columbia is upscale. (and a great place to take a date to impress them). La Teresita is more working class and a great place to take a date to *feed* them.
I grew up in Florida and every summer we went to the Columbia on St. Armands key. I recently celebrated my 70th birthday at the Columbia in St. Augustine. One of my favorite restaurants in the country.
I’m Cuban born and raised in Cuba moved to Tampa in 2009, have been in Miami many times and tried Cuban sandwiches on many different restaurants and stalls, Tampa Cuban is better although must admit never tried the Cuban bread from “La Segunda”. I also have tastes I put tomate on mine, yes I know🫣love it though😂.
I live in Tampa, the Cuban influence is amazing. I really wonder why there isn't Cuban food all over the country like you find Mexican or Italian. I think it would make whoever could pull it off very successful
@@lampshade87 I'm just saying if there was someone who could get the ingredients and techniques to people where there isn't a cuban influence it would probably be even more popular than any other food. because you're right, in the places that do have the influence, it's huge and absolutely adored!
@@bigboy6704 I'm just talking smack.....but actually my older brother and i spoke on that topic a few weeks ago he said this: (First off we're half Mexican half Cuban) and we grew up with strong deep roots mom and dad don't speaks english He said Cuban food doesn't lend itself as well as Mexican food Cuban food is sit down at the table with family, much more formal ex: ropa vieja y congrincon yuca While Mexican food is portable tacos and keep moving and it can also be sit down like a good pozole or mole
I lived and went to college in Tampa back in the early '90's and Ybor was my playground, the Columbia was my go to snack shack, I lived in SRQ after school and they have one there in St. Armand's Circle as well, that's where my obsession for cigars took hold of me too. I moved from there about 20 years ago but still have family there and always enjoy a trip back to memory lane. Thx. for the vid.
idk what the Columbia was like 30 years ago but "snack shack" isn't exactly how I would describe it now. you must have had an awesome college experience 🤣
@@bigboy6704 Oh, I imagine it was pretty typical, working full-time, school full-time and parting most of the time but things have slowed down dramatically, only Thanks to God I made it through alive. Gasparilla was always a hoot too. Thanks for the reply.
I ate at the Columbia only once, back in the late '60s, but I'm eager to go back. It's the oldest restaurant in Florida, and the largest Spanish restaurant in the world.
Man, being Cuban and from Tampa... giving up a Cuban sandwich when I stopped eating meat was one of the hardest. Delicious... now, I do not agree eith that lady, there are some amazing authentic Cubans at random gas stations in Tampa. One of which was right next to my school, we got that every week after school.
There's a vegan deli in Gulfport called Golden Dinosaur that gets close enough to scratch the itch. They have some very impressive mock meats (seitan based,I think?)
Can't believe I spent 42 OF my 52 years, 30 min North of Tampa, and I never went to this festival!!!😭😭😭😭 But I can attest that Tampa Cubans ARE the absolute best though!🙌 I'm in NC permanently now and I am desperately craving one, or 3!!😂 Tried one while in Kentucky and it was absolutely horrid!!🤮 Definitely GET a Cuban if you are ever in, or even near, Tampa!!👍🤤🤤🤤 Particularly Ybor!!!🙌
@@charg4519 I was still living in Spring Hill up until 2021. But still hadn't ever heard of it! Granted I don't watch any television! But figured I'd have seen something online. Nope.👎 Just wish I could've gotten to go!! 😭😭😭😭 DON'T take that kinda stuff for granted!! You NEVER really know what life WILL throw at you!! So, GO!!👍 DON'T put stuff off or say "Next time/year/one"!👌 Because you may NOT have ANY of those!!!🙌❤️
"...two sandwich’s..." * Sandwiches. With exceptions so rare that they can be all but ignored, an apostrophe-s NEVER makes a word plural, it makes a singular possessive. Example: There were several sandwiches for sale, but one sandwich's price was beyond my budget.
I bought a bottle of Goya Mojo on Saturday. It is half gone. First time I tried Mojo. I WILL be getting more, I've got 3 bone-in pork loins to smoke. steve
I remember the first time ,I was offered a Cuban sandwich 🥪 my friend was like I'm go get Cuban sandwich,I had never heard of one that's when he said come on bro I got you I couldn't believe I never heard of it until that day been one of my favorites since m
I finally found a great cubano sandwich at NW Sausage and Deli, home of Dicks Brewery! Right here in Centralia Washington! They also make a fantastic pastrami sandwich on rye. I make both at home, and each is a 3 day process. Not including the 7 days it takes to make the corned beef. And both are tied for 1st place as the greatest sandwiches on God's green earth. I use ATK'S recipes for the pan cubano, and the brazed Boston butt. You can't improve on perfection. The best Cubano I've ever had was in little Havana, in Miami. Set sails out of Titusville for Jamaica on a 50' sailboat, and were boarded by a Cuban patrol. It was amicable. We were not boarded on the return leg. c1980s. Parrot head loggers from southeast Alaska. Cheers.
Thank You. I am going to stop and check the deli out just after Christmas when headed to Eugene from Port Townsend. I already checked out their menu online and it will definitely be a pastrami on rye for me. My girlfriend is vacillating between the trio and ham and turkey. Hope she makes up her mind beforehand or it will be a least a 5 minute wait staring at the menu while she makes up her mind.
As I watched this video… I noticed a bunch of people who were born and raise up North pretend to know what the best Tampa bay sandwich is… they should of found actual locals not transplants, and discovered real FL Cuban food
Croquetta preparada is the best cuban sandwich in my opinion, it's basically a cuban sandwich with sweet bread and ham Croquettas added, not salami. Miami style
I am thrilled to death that y’all were in Ybor! Sounds like you got it right, but I would be remiss if I didn’t mention my two favorites: D and D Sandwich shop over off of 20th and Little Habana Cafe off of Big Bend in Riverview! Thanks for showcasing Ybor City, ATK! 💜💜💜
Tampa created the Cuban sandwich before Miami existed Miami was cow pasture Tampa created the Cuban sandwich in the 1800s Miami was not founded until 1896 almost 70 years after The salami is part of the sandwich Tampa Germans had their own neighborhood and added the pickle, mustard and swiss Miami had no German population....... That's why the Cuban sandwich is a Tampa thing Miami got media noches they are ok
The ORIGINAL Cuban sandwich in Tampa was not pressed. That is a ‘70’s phenomenon. If the sandwich was pressed when made in the morning it would be hard as a rock by lunch
The Columbia has great food for top dollar. Better Cuban food for half the price can be had in West Tampa. Check out the lunch counter at La Teresita for an authentic experience.
Exactly. I don't know where all of this "Columbia" love is coming from. First, their Cubans (and the entire menu) is TOP DOLLAR and second...their Cubano is not NEARLY one of the best in Tampa. La Terisita and La Segunda are FAR better and half the price. I loveThe Columbian for special occasions...but for Cubano's!? Nah.
@@stgrsa there's nothing traditional about salami in a cuban sandwich. The pork is the main ingredient. No one in Miami will serve salami on it, you'llbe laughed at. That's way too salty and only here have I heard of it.
As someone who is born and raised in MIami, currently living in Tampa for the past 2 years and someone who is half cuban...Miami has the better cuban sandwich in my opinion. Doesn't mean Tampa's cuban sandwiches are bad, far from it. They're actually really good, but I feel Miami has the most authentic cuban sandwich.
Ta loco Tampa was founded in 1823 and was eating Cuban sandwiches when Miami was a cow pasture Remember miami was founded until 70 years after Tampa The Cuban sandwich is from Tampa and it's because the Italians Spanish and Germans added to it Si no fuero por ellos será un pan con lechón Tampa!
@@optimaldefiance4605 pero, what city is closer to Cuba, Tampa or Miami? Yeah it may have started in Tampa technically yes, but I feel like when the Cubans migrated down to Miami, that’s when it went more towards their roots. Like you said, the tampa cuban sandwich was a combination of the Italians, Germans, etc whereas the Miami version is just more tailored to the mainland of Cuba. I still enjoy both versions regardless.
@@sebastianc4369 Miami is the closer city now But when the Cuban sandwich was invented Tampa was the closer city because Miami didn't exist........... So Tampa created it and Miami started making it but they didn't have the Italian population like Tampa so the salami came off........ Tampa has a German neighborhood that's why the sandwich has german pickles and mustard, and swiss ....... Miami didn't have a German population like Tampa But miami grew fast and now it's Tampas big brother But we made that sandwich 😅
There are two important things to know about Cuban sandwiches in Tampa (the birthplace of the Cuban in its understood form): 1. The pork included in the sandwiches in the traditional local restaurants is sliced roast pork (like what is pictured in the footage from the Columbia), not pulled/shredded pork. 2. Nobody calls it a Cubano. It is a Cuban.
Unfortunately the sandwich businesses that enter the competitions serve sandwiches that they don't make in their businesses. If you want to know about Cuban sandwiches in Tampa, go to Boliche Boulevard. If you can't find it on a map, ask a local.
The authentic Tampa Cuban sandwich, delicious! And the bread from La segunda is second to none!
Absolutely !!!!
@Stephen Ritger awesome, I will get some the next time I go
La Segunda makes my favorite Cubano.
They have a distribution deal with the Publix's in the downtown area, and they sell fresh 3 ft loaves... They're so good. Cheap too.
As a person that loves to cook from the Tampa Bay area and absolutely LOVES a great Cuban...this video just made my life!!!!
great video! greetings from Rome
I am from Canada. The Cuban sandwich is the best!
I went to Florida once. Torrential rain the whole time. But I remember this glorious sandwich. Apparently simple sandwich, but not really.
I just LOVE this series! I am a longtime subscriber to America's Test Kitchen and Cooks Country. Keep this series going and Brian, you are essential for it! I love your interaction with the locals and the chefs!
La Teresita in the 90’s
MY HOME TOWN!!❤❤❤❤
I can't believe you went to Tampa without me. I moved from Tampa to Minneapolis. I think all I ate when I lived there was Crroz con Pollo and Cuban sandwiches. Best Cuban food in Tampa is
La Teresita on Columbus Drive. AWESOME food.
Yes! La Teresita is the best! Would go every morning after an overnight fishing trip. Even went after all night partying for my bachelor party wrap up.
I love La Teresita. Columbia is upscale. (and a great place to take a date to impress them). La Teresita is more working class and a great place to take a date to *feed* them.
We do have amazing cubans. TAMPA BABY
I love any episodes with Bryan, but this is top notch! Hope this becomes a series for ATK!
I’m a native Floridian but moved to Oklahoma almost 30 years ago. The Cuban sandwich is the only thing I miss! Dexter was right.
your roots are calling you back my friend . listen to your soul and return home my son. 🥪🥪
@@amtravelingservice4400 😂🤣No thank you!
As a native Tampanian our Cubans rule
LOL! "Tampanian". And your a "native"? That's funny. I've been here 54 years and never heard us referred to as that.
Tampa Native here - La Segunda Cafe now has the best Cuban sandwich around.
La Segunda Bakery in Ybor makes the best cuban sandwiches! Not even their other locations compare to the Ybor location
I agree ! They are the best.
i regret never visiting ybor city. i worked in tampa for 7 months and recently left. i will definitely go back to visit this part of tampa.
I live in the Tampa Bay area and this is awesome! I prefer the Miami Cuban - who doesn't like slow roasted pork?
I loved all of their answers in what they looked for in a good Cuban sandwich.
A festival dedicated to Cuban sandwiches sounds amazing.
It is!!!!!
I don't believe in a heaven on earth, but this sounds as close as it gets.
There is nothing quite like a good pressed Tampa style Cuban sandwich!
I grew up in Florida and every summer we went to the Columbia on St. Armands key. I recently celebrated my 70th birthday at the Columbia in St. Augustine. One of my favorite restaurants in the country.
Would love to visit Tampa for this festival and those Cubans look amazing!
Oh the bread is special. One foot or three. Mmmm.
I’m Cuban born and raised in Cuba moved to Tampa in 2009, have been in Miami many times and tried Cuban sandwiches on many different restaurants and stalls, Tampa Cuban is better although must admit never tried the Cuban bread from “La Segunda”. I also have tastes I put tomate on mine, yes I know🫣love it though😂.
I watched this just after breakfast, but, I wanted a Cuban sandwich to eat anyway.
As you should
I am so jealous, I've eating at the Columbia but you got to see the whole place including the kitchen.
The best Cuban Sandwich is the one sitting in front of me, with all the fixins'. I wish I had o e right now! It's my favorite Sandwich.
Mine too
I live in Tampa, the Cuban influence is amazing. I really wonder why there isn't Cuban food all over the country like you find Mexican or Italian. I think it would make whoever could pull it off very successful
Cubans in general aren’t as spread out as Mexicans, but the places where you’ll find them the cultural impact is huge
@@lampshade87 I'm just saying if there was someone who could get the ingredients and techniques to people where there isn't a cuban influence it would probably be even more popular than any other food. because you're right, in the places that do have the influence, it's huge and absolutely adored!
I can tell you why!
@@optimaldefiance4605 why then?
@@bigboy6704 I'm just talking smack.....but actually my older brother and i spoke on that topic a few weeks ago he said this:
(First off we're half Mexican half Cuban) and we grew up with strong deep roots mom and dad don't speaks english
He said Cuban food doesn't lend itself as well as Mexican food
Cuban food is sit down at the table with family, much more formal ex: ropa vieja y congrincon yuca
While Mexican food is portable tacos and keep moving and it can also be sit down like a good pozole or mole
Tampa Native. 48 yrs. My FAVE sandwich. Maybe I'm biased... I do like a Philly Cheesesteak too
More of this please!!!
Best Cuban I ever had was at a horse racing track near the florida keys. Don't remember the name of the facility, as I was young, but it slapped.
I lived and went to college in Tampa back in the early '90's and Ybor was my playground, the Columbia was my go to snack shack, I lived in SRQ after school and they have one there in St. Armand's Circle as well, that's where my obsession for cigars took hold of me too. I moved from there about 20 years ago but still have family there and always enjoy a trip back to memory lane. Thx. for the vid.
idk what the Columbia was like 30 years ago but "snack shack" isn't exactly how I would describe it now. you must have had an awesome college experience 🤣
@@bigboy6704 Oh, I imagine it was pretty typical, working full-time, school full-time and parting most of the time but things have slowed down dramatically, only Thanks to God I made it through alive. Gasparilla was always a hoot too.
Thanks for the reply.
I ate at the Columbia only once, back in the late '60s, but I'm eager to go back. It's the oldest restaurant in Florida, and the largest Spanish restaurant in the world.
Bryan Roof is a treasure. I hope he stays at ATK forever!
Tampa native here, there are so many good Cubans in town.
Man, being Cuban and from Tampa... giving up a Cuban sandwich when I stopped eating meat was one of the hardest. Delicious... now, I do not agree eith that lady, there are some amazing authentic Cubans at random gas stations in Tampa. One of which was right next to my school, we got that every week after school.
There's a vegan deli in Gulfport called Golden Dinosaur that gets close enough to scratch the itch. They have some very impressive mock meats (seitan based,I think?)
Lol Tampa in the houseeee
Not only was Ybor founded by Cubans, but also Italians. That's where the Genoa Salami comes in.
Tampa has the best Cubans I've tried. Been to Miami and the Keys and they are good, but they don't compare.
2 pickles is not enough pickle
Can't believe I spent 42 OF my 52 years, 30 min North of Tampa, and I never went to this festival!!!😭😭😭😭 But I can attest that Tampa Cubans ARE the absolute best though!🙌 I'm in NC permanently now and I am desperately craving one, or 3!!😂 Tried one while in Kentucky and it was absolutely horrid!!🤮 Definitely GET a Cuban if you are ever in, or even near, Tampa!!👍🤤🤤🤤 Particularly Ybor!!!🙌
Its relatively new, only 10 or so years old.
I'd send you one 😂 with a deviled crab if i could Tampa ❤️
@@charg4519 I was still living in Spring Hill up until 2021. But still hadn't ever heard of it! Granted I don't watch any television! But figured I'd have seen something online. Nope.👎 Just wish I could've gotten to go!! 😭😭😭😭 DON'T take that kinda stuff for granted!! You NEVER really know what life WILL throw at you!! So, GO!!👍 DON'T put stuff off or say "Next time/year/one"!👌 Because you may NOT have ANY of those!!!🙌❤️
Ahora yo quiero un sanwiche cubano! 🤤
Love Cuban sandwich! Have to improvise here in NC.
Live in Texas now no Cuban sandwiches miss you very
Much
Wonderful
HFS!! Andrea is my newest hero, my spirit guide, my one and only Cubana sandwich maestra 😍 FOREVER
Oh man! Somebody send me one now! I’ll pay for two sandwich’s and the airmail. I love them!
"...two sandwich’s..."
* Sandwiches. With exceptions so rare that they can be all but ignored, an apostrophe-s NEVER makes a word plural, it makes a singular possessive. Example: There were several sandwiches for sale, but one sandwich's price was beyond my budget.
@@seikibrian8641 spell check
@@sandyfitchcorbett1782 Yeah, sure.
I bought a bottle of Goya Mojo
on Saturday. It is half gone.
First time I tried Mojo. I WILL
be getting more, I've got 3
bone-in pork loins to smoke.
steve
Think about making your own mojo marinade. It's easy and so much tastier (and cheaper) than store-bought. Lots of versions can be found online.
And you could be on Milk st. With Glasses talking about broccoli. Nice gig.
I remember the first time ,I was offered a Cuban sandwich 🥪 my friend was like I'm go get Cuban sandwich,I had never heard of one that's when he said come on bro I got you I couldn't believe I never heard of it until that day been one of my favorites since m
Nah I'm gonna need more than 2 tiny pickles wtf
I laughed so hard when I seen this comment. Because I was thinking the same thing
2 LONG strips of pickles. Everyone knows this. Anyone else is banned from an opinion.
I'll have two to start😁
So many great sammies here...but do try West Tampa Sandwich Shop...and kudos to La Teresita.
I actually worked on the Columbia remodeling part of the one in Ybor city about 6 years ago. It's the oldest restaurant in tampa. Over 100 years old.
You did a great job my friend, y’all should do more of these travel segments! Congratulations to the crew too! Well done!
Bryan your the best
Those sandwiches look amazing, but what I really want is that wrap dress!!
Ha! I was loving on that colorful dress too. Loved the pattern. But the sandwich looked pretty good too.
I've been to the Columbia restaurant many times it's my favorite restaurant!!!
Just no salami on a real Cuban sandwich. I had them in Cuba like that when I was a kid. I left there when I was 10 years old and I am now 71...
I now want to try the Cuban sandwich with salami.
Best Cuban in Tampa was at the 4th of July Cafe on 7th Ave.
Para mí, los mejores sándwiches cubanos son los de la Barra Payan, cerca de mi casa.
I finally found a great cubano sandwich at NW Sausage and Deli, home of Dicks Brewery! Right here in Centralia Washington! They also make a fantastic pastrami sandwich on rye.
I make both at home, and each is a 3 day process. Not including the 7 days it takes to make the corned beef. And both are tied for 1st place as the greatest sandwiches on God's green earth. I use ATK'S recipes for the pan cubano, and the brazed Boston butt. You can't improve on perfection. The best Cubano I've ever had was in little Havana, in Miami. Set sails out of Titusville for Jamaica on a 50' sailboat, and were boarded by a Cuban patrol. It was amicable. We were not boarded on the return leg. c1980s. Parrot head loggers from southeast Alaska. Cheers.
Thank You. I am going to stop and check the deli out just after Christmas when headed to Eugene from Port Townsend. I already checked out their menu online and it will definitely be a pastrami on rye for me. My girlfriend is vacillating between the trio and ham and turkey. Hope she makes up her mind beforehand or it will be a least a 5 minute wait staring at the menu while she makes up her mind.
It’s all about layers
OMG That scarface truck is parked in the parking lot of my favorite sushi restaurant I always wanted to try them but Im always over there for sushi.
Magnífico sándwich cubano que NO existe en CUBA. Dios bendiga USA
So where do I go to try where the winner works? One is the Cozy Coffee Cafe
Hey it’s Fester!
I have lived here (Tampa Bay) my whole live (31 years)… the best Cuban sandwich is at a mini mart in tarpon spring
As I watched this video… I noticed a bunch of people who were born and raise up North pretend to know what the best Tampa bay sandwich is… they should of found actual locals not transplants, and discovered real FL Cuban food
Great video!
Who were the winners? I couldn't hear haha I want to try them out
2:55 what are those leaves called again? pomelo leaves? are they edible?
Palmetto leaves
I know low and slo, but in the end, ANY sandwich is ALL about the bread! (for me.)
the best cuban sandwich is at la pola in west new york, new jersey
also home of the best pan con bistec at Dos Amigos
I didn't even know jersey had cuban people
Thought it was just Italians, whites, Dominican, and blacks
La Segunda just bought out the last competing bakery in Tampa, but 6 months ago if you had said La Segunda made the best Cuban bread I’d fight you.
Croquetta preparada is the best cuban sandwich in my opinion, it's basically a cuban sandwich with sweet bread and ham Croquettas added, not salami. Miami style
I am thrilled to death that y’all were in Ybor! Sounds like you got it right, but I would be remiss if I didn’t mention my two favorites: D and D Sandwich shop over off of 20th and Little Habana Cafe off of Big Bend in Riverview! Thanks for showcasing Ybor City, ATK! 💜💜💜
Let me add La Cubanita at Lumsden & Kings in Brandon. I’ve missed that place ever since I left Tampa!
Use roast beef, instead of pork, preferably thinly sliced prime rib.
Actually living in Tampa Colombia would be the last place I would go to get a good Cuban
2 pickles is about 10% that I want on that sandwich.
A Cuban sandwich does NOT have salami in it! Sincerely...a former Hialeah resident.
A Cuban sandwich DOES have salami in it! Sincerely…a current Tampa resident.
Tampa created the Cuban sandwich before Miami existed
Miami was cow pasture
Tampa created the Cuban sandwich in the 1800s
Miami was not founded until 1896 almost 70 years after
The salami is part of the sandwich
Tampa Germans had their own neighborhood and added the pickle, mustard and swiss
Miami had no German population.......
That's why the Cuban sandwich is a Tampa thing
Miami got media noches they are ok
The ORIGINAL Cuban sandwich in Tampa was not pressed. That is a ‘70’s phenomenon. If the sandwich was pressed when made in the morning it would be hard as a rock by lunch
I love cuban sandwiches ! I've lived here for 30 years . I'm still taste testing . The best Cuban sandwich I've had has come from my own kitchen.
Thanks Brian!!! The proper response to, "Do you want Salami on that?" is yes, please...
I enjoy my Cuban not pressed. I prefer the flavor of the soft bread.
The Columbia has great food for top dollar. Better Cuban food for half the price can be had in West Tampa. Check out the lunch counter at La Teresita for an authentic experience.
Exactly. I don't know where all of this "Columbia" love is coming from. First, their Cubans (and the entire menu) is TOP DOLLAR and second...their Cubano is not NEARLY one of the best in Tampa. La Terisita and La Segunda are FAR better and half the price. I loveThe Columbian for special occasions...but for Cubano's!? Nah.
@2:00 the women in the olive green top 😍😍😍🥰
What makes your Cuban sandwich different?
(Guy @8:50 ... wipes his beard with his kitchen towel a couple of times... ): I dunno, man... I dunno... 😜
I wanted their opinion on cozy coffee's sandwich
Wow I have never heard of salami on a Cuban sandwich. I'll try that one day!
Salami is too salty and ruins the pork flavor and texture
@@heyump1432 Nah it's the traditional meat on a Cuban
@@heyump1432 Get a Cubano from La Segunda, you'll taste the difference
@@stgrsa there's nothing traditional about salami in a cuban sandwich. The pork is the main ingredient. No one in Miami will serve salami on it, you'llbe laughed at. That's way too salty and only here have I heard of it.
@@heyump1432 Well no one in Miami knows how to make a Cuban because it's a Tampa creation.
I've never tried a Tampa version only miami and it seems Tampa version is a hybrid of pan con lechon and cuban. Maybe it's better, dunno
As someone who is born and raised in MIami, currently living in Tampa for the past 2 years and someone who is half cuban...Miami has the better cuban sandwich in my opinion. Doesn't mean Tampa's cuban sandwiches are bad, far from it. They're actually really good, but I feel Miami has the most authentic cuban sandwich.
Ta loco
Tampa was founded in 1823 and was eating Cuban sandwiches when Miami was a cow pasture
Remember miami was founded until 70 years after Tampa
The Cuban sandwich is from Tampa and it's because the Italians Spanish and Germans added to it
Si no fuero por ellos será un pan con lechón
Tampa!
@@optimaldefiance4605 pero, what city is closer to Cuba, Tampa or Miami? Yeah it may have started in Tampa technically yes, but I feel like when the Cubans migrated down to Miami, that’s when it went more towards their roots. Like you said, the tampa cuban sandwich was a combination of the Italians, Germans, etc whereas the Miami version is just more tailored to the mainland of Cuba. I still enjoy both versions regardless.
@@sebastianc4369 Miami is the closer city now
But when the Cuban sandwich was invented Tampa was the closer city because Miami didn't exist........... So Tampa created it and Miami started making it but they didn't have the Italian population like Tampa so the salami came off........
Tampa has a German neighborhood that's why the sandwich has german pickles and mustard, and swiss .......
Miami didn't have a German population like Tampa
But miami grew fast and now it's Tampas big brother
But we made that sandwich 😅
@@sebastianc4369 you right too
The Cuban was first made in Tampa for the cigar workers and they are the absolutely best. Miami is too Floridized
🤤🤤🤤🤤
Whaaaa? No gas station?
Box of Cubans has a great Cuban Sandwich & they're in a gas station here in Tampa.
Cuban sandwiches get better the closer you are to Miami.
Not really better, just less authentic.
I'm sure that 1st place sandwich is good. But no pickles and cheese sauce ln Cuban? So you made a Philly ham sandwich....got it.
Pickle placement is off.
There are two important things to know about Cuban sandwiches in Tampa (the birthplace of the Cuban in its understood form):
1. The pork included in the sandwiches in the traditional local restaurants is sliced roast pork (like what is pictured in the footage from the Columbia), not pulled/shredded pork.
2. Nobody calls it a Cubano. It is a Cuban.
Unfortunately the sandwich businesses that enter the competitions serve sandwiches that they don't make in their businesses. If you want to know about Cuban sandwiches in Tampa, go to Boliche Boulevard. If you can't find it on a map, ask a local.
Ahh yes the Cuban…or as I refer to it a ham and Swiss with mayo.