CT Deli’s Innovative Sandwiches: Bread Replaced by Pickles!

I recently came across some news that Jimmy John's is set to launch a new sandwich featuring a giant pickle instead of bread. I was so inspired by this idea that I wrote an article, published on October 29th, challenging local delis in Connecticut to follow suit.

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While researching, a listener of the I-95 Morning Show mentioned a deli in Brookfield that is already serving pickle sandwiches. I included this tidbit as a brief footnote in my article. Shortly after, the deli contacted the radio station and generously offered to send over a selection of their pickle sandwiches for us to taste!

On Thursday morning, they arrived. Dash N' Dine Deli in Brookfield sent me a chicken cutlet sandwich with a giant pickle in place of bread. Check this beauty out.

Photo; Lou Milano

Review:

This sandwich exceeded all my expectations! As a huge pickle fan, I can confidently say that nothing beats a sandwich made of pickles. Just a heads-up for anyone planning to dive into one of these: it can get messy. Dash N' Dine uses toothpicks to help with structural integrity, but you'll want to remove them before you take your first bite. That’s when things can start slipping and sliding, but honestly, who cares? I’ve always believed that the messier the meal, the better it tastes. If you enjoy a great Philly cheesesteak, you’ll end up wearing some of it. And if you have amazing wings, you’ll definitely need napkins. I absolutely love this idea and this sandwich—so I highly recommend you grab one right away!

Thank you Dash N' Dine Deli for the delicious lunch. Go check them out for yourself at 540 Federal Road in Brookfield, CT.

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