January 30, 2025

soft pretz a Philly cheese tee an

American classic the Philly cheese tea

is one of America's most famous and

beloved sandwiches originating in

Philadelphia Pennsylvania this hearty

sandwich is known for its thinly sliced

beef melted cheese and soft hogy W

created in the early 1930s by Pat and

Harry olivi who ran a hot dog stand the

sandwich quickly became a local favorite

and later gained Nationwide popularity a

true fil cheese tea starts with riby

steak which is thinly sliced and cooked

on a griddle the meat is often chopped

as it Cooks to enhance its texture

traditional cheese options include

cheese whiz calone or American cheese

each bringing a different level of

creaminess and flavor the sandwich is

served on a long fresh hoby roll which

absorbs the juices from the steak making

each bite incredibly flavored variations

of the cheese tee exist with some people

adding onions Peppers mushrooms or even

ketchup and mayonnaise while purists

often debate the best way to enjoy a

cheese tea the classic version Remains

the most popular Philadelphia is home to

Legendary cheese tea spots such as Pat's

King of staks and Gino staks both of

which have been serving the sandwich for

decades visitors from around the world

come to the city to try an authentic

Philly cheese tea making it a true

symbol of American street food Beyond

Philadelphia cheese DS have become a

nationwide sensation available at food

trucks diners and restaurants across the

country whether eaten in its birthplace

or elsewhere the Philly cheese teeth

remains an American classic known for

its rich flavors and satisfying

simplicity