The True Tale of the Philadelphia Cheesesteak - AFAR
"Operating around the clock in South Philadelphia, this long-running institution claims to be the original cheesesteak, tracing the sandwich’s invention on its corner to 1930 by the founder’s family. The classic here features thinly sliced rib eye and sautéed Spanish onions on a chewy, slightly crusty old-world Italian hoagie roll (sourced from a New Jersey bakery), with cheese choices of provolone or the iconic Cheez Whiz; peppers and mushrooms are optional. The roll is emphasized as the defining element, and a colorful wartime publicity stunt and ongoing 24-hour service have helped cement its legendary status in the city’s cheesesteak lore." - Ariel Ramchandani
