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On September 14, it's time to get your hoagie on and celebrate National Eat A Hoagie Day! The classic hoagie sandwich has been around since the early 1900s and is still one of the most beloved sandwiches in America. It comes in many variations but typically consists of a long roll filled with cold cuts, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, oil and vinegar dressing. This delicious sandwich is a great way to show someone you care – or simply just treat yourself to something tasty. So let's all join in this day of hoagy goodness and enjoy some hearty eats!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Early Italian Immigrants</div><div class='timeline-text'>Early Italian immigrants, who started arriving in large numbers during the late 19th century, brought with them the tradition of large sandwiches.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of the Hoagie</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 1900s in Philadelphia, the hoagie sandwich was invented, typically consisting of a long roll filled with meats, cheese, and veggies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1931</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Hoagy Carmichael</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1931, Hoagy Carmichael became popular, and some believe the sandwich was named after him.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Popularity Spreads</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1950s, hoagies were widely popular not only in Italian-American communities but more broadly across the United States.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Hoagie Day Founded</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1992, the first National Eat a Hoagie Day was celebrated, dedicated to enjoying this popular sandwich.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Gather friends for a hoagie-making party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate National Eat A Hoagie Day than to get together and make hoagies? Invite your friends over, and each person can bring their favorite ingredients for the hoagies. Have a competition to see who can make the best hoagie.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Order from a local sandwich shop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If making hoagies isn't your thing, order from a local sandwich shop. You could even order enough for your entire family or office, so everyone can join in on the fun. Have everyone choose their favorite ingredients and make it a party.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a new deli</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local deli and try out some new hoagie combinations. You could even make it a game by seeing who can create the most creative combination of ingredients. And don't forget to take pictures, so you can share with your friends with your favorite creations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a hoagie contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>National Eat A Hoagie Day is also the perfect day to throw a hoagie contest. Invite your friends over and have them bring their favorite homemade hoagies. Have everyone vote on their favorite creation and award the winner with a prize.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a giant hoagie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a giant hoagie that is big enough for the entire family to share. Load up all of your favorite ingredients onto a large baguette or focaccia bread and enjoy! Make sure to take pictures, because this will be one meal you'll never forget.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Hoagies are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There's nothing quite like a freshly made hoagie. From the crunch of the bread to the juicy fillings, it's a sandwich that's sure to please any palate. Plus, you can customize your hoagie however you want with whatever meats and veggies you have on hand!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Hoagies can be made quickly</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Crave a quick, hot meal but don't have time to cook? Hoagies make an excellent last minute dinner, as they can be assembled in just minutes. All you have to do is pick out your favorite deli meats and cheese, grab some fresh vegetables and spread on some condiments - voila! You've got yourself a tasty hoagie.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Hoagies are great for groups</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Hoagies are also a great option for feeding a crowd. It's easy to make giant sandwiches that will feed a lot of people without having to break the bank. Plus, everyone can customize their own hoagie so there is something for everyone - even picky eaters!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-core-content'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hoagie is a Philly Classic</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>The hoagie sandwich was invented in Philadelphia and is so beloved that it was declared the official sandwich of Philadelphia in 1992.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-core-content'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>There are Countless Combinations of Hoagies</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>With the multitude of meats, cheeses, toppings, and sauces available, the combinations of hoagies you can create are almost limitless.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-core-content'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hoagies Have Various Names Across the USA</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>Across the United States, hoagies go by a variety of names such as sub, hero, grinder, Po-boy, bomber, Italian sandwich depending on the regional lingo.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-core-content'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>The Largest Hoagie Weighed Over 700 Pounds</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>The world record for the largest hoagie was achieved in 1998 by a supermarket in Philadelphia, it was estimated to weigh over 700 pounds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-number-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-core-content'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hoagies were a Favorite Among World War I Workers</h3><p id='' class='facts-content'>It's believed that hoagies were popularized by Italian immigrants working at the Hog Island shipyard during World War I. Workers would bring these hefty sandwiches for their lunches, leading to the name "Hog Island" sandwich, which got shortened to "Hoggies" and eventually "Hoagies".</p></div></div>
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