Out & About Article
Man vs. Sub
Author: Jim Miller
Our O&A correspondent tackles seven sandwiches in seven days
It’s been at least seven years since I ordered an Italian sub.
Likewise, cheesesteaks come about only on special occasions for me nowadays. But make no mistake: My self-imposed embargo on subs and steaks wasn’t enforced because I ceased to like them. Rather, it’s because I loved them so much.
So when the challenge was presented to me to eat seven subs or steaks in seven days, it was like letting the shark out of its cage.
What follows is a week in the life of a man/animal free to eat his favorite food once again. On the agenda were some personal favorites, some area classics, and a few newcomers and/or hidden gems. For more information, see the Deli Directory at left. And enjoy!
Day 6: Claymont Steak Shop
Confession time: I’d never had a Cheesesteak at Claymont Steak Shop until now. Then I had to have a second one just to make sure I wasn’t dreaming the first time.
I’m tempted to just say “wow” and leave it at that. But, if you, too, have yet to sample this Claymont classic, you should know it’s a delicious serving of juicy, tender steak on a soft bun that barely holds it all together. Yum.
It’s no wonder that Out & About readers have consistently picked Claymont as one of their favorite cheesesteaks for the past five years.
