Carlos Parisi, the co-host of Deadline Detroit's former food show, "Detroit Digest," picks his top 10 most craveable sandwiches in Metro Detroit in a posting on WDIV's website.
Pariis knows his food. Besides being a food critic, he owns Aunt Nee’s, a local tortilla chip company that also sells guacamole and salsas. He's also planning a sandwich festival at Eastern Market on Sunday, Sept. 1.
Here's his list:
Capri Italian Bakery, 4832 Greenfield Rd, Dearborn: Meatball sandwich.
Ventimiglia’s Italian Food, 35197 Dodge Park Rd, Sterling Heights: The turkey, add prosciutto.
Mitsos Greek Food and Coffee, 2614 Riopelle St Unit 4, Detroit: The breakfast sandwiches.
Puma Detroit, 4725 16th St, Detroit: The Chorpian.
Mike’s Famous Ham Place, 3700 Michigan Ave, Detroit: The ham sandwich.
Hamido in East Dearborn and Deaborn Heights: The mixed shawarma sandwich (meat and chicken).
New Saigon Market, 30573 John R Rd., Madison Heights: Banh Mi.
Mudgie’s Deli and Wine Shop, 1413 Brooklyn St, Detroit: Jerk, shawarma-style sandwich (off the menu item).
The Original Gonella’s, 295 Oakwood, Detroit: Gonella's special.
Matt and Mo’s Italian Beef, 24110 John R Rd, Hazel Park: Hot beef sandwich
Watch some of Carlos Parisi's "Detroit Digest" shows