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Whiz Wit
For those curious about the title, let me explain …
Philadelphia is a city known for being the birthplace of the nation, a persistent fictional boxer named Rocky and probably most popular of all are cheesesteaks.
Cheesesteaks are a basic comfort food generally consisting of thinly grilled slices of steak served on a fresh baked long roll with your choice of cheese and usually served with or without fried onions.
A myth about ordering a cheesesteak is that one must use the appropriate terminology for fear of being ostracized and banned from making a purchase altogether. That’s where the title comes from because “Whiz Wit” is how one would order a cheesesteak with Cheez Whiz and fried onions. I guess that's the most popular combination, but my personal preference is an American wit....
This picture was taken at the cheesesteak epicenter in South Philly where 9th and Passyunk intersect. Located at this intersection are Geno’s and Pat’s, which have a long running feud over who is the originator of the cheesesteak. Located directly behind me is the rather less assuming façade of Pat’s and that is why I choose to photograph Geno’s. However, had I been hungry for a sandwich I would have chosen another popular spot Tony Luke's....
Explore November 15, 2009 #378
Whiz Wit
For those curious about the title, let me explain …
Philadelphia is a city known for being the birthplace of the nation, a persistent fictional boxer named Rocky and probably most popular of all are cheesesteaks.
Cheesesteaks are a basic comfort food generally consisting of thinly grilled slices of steak served on a fresh baked long roll with your choice of cheese and usually served with or without fried onions.
A myth about ordering a cheesesteak is that one must use the appropriate terminology for fear of being ostracized and banned from making a purchase altogether. That’s where the title comes from because “Whiz Wit” is how one would order a cheesesteak with Cheez Whiz and fried onions. I guess that's the most popular combination, but my personal preference is an American wit....
This picture was taken at the cheesesteak epicenter in South Philly where 9th and Passyunk intersect. Located at this intersection are Geno’s and Pat’s, which have a long running feud over who is the originator of the cheesesteak. Located directly behind me is the rather less assuming façade of Pat’s and that is why I choose to photograph Geno’s. However, had I been hungry for a sandwich I would have chosen another popular spot Tony Luke's....
Explore November 15, 2009 #378