Publix Deli

So I ran out of body wash today........ok it was like three days ago but yeah I finally got around to taking a walk to the Publix grocery store near me. Publix originates in Florida with the first store being founded in Winter Haven. They have a lot of the typical items you would find at any store but what really sets them apart is their food. That and they've always got this really modern feel unlike lets say Winn Dixie, although I will say I've heard very good things about the new ones. Anyway Publix Deli is really good so I decided to pick up something for lunch.

I ended up choosing the Boar's Head Italian sub. You also have the choice of picking Publix brand instead. The Italian features three meats: Hot Cappy, Tavern Ham and Genoa Salami. The Hot Cappy is a type of Italian ham and I'm fairly certain it is a version of Cappicola, just going by the name of course lol.

For my bread I went with plain white. Wheat and Multigrain are also options.

Normally it comes with provolone, but I usually go with American Yellow or Asiago if I'm feeling fancy. It's a bit like subway where you can pick your ingredients. On this one I chose Spinach, Tomatoes, carrots, Kalamata olives (added those myself), onions, oregano, oil and vinegar. Also picked up Cheddar Broccoli soup which is one of my favorites.

Really tasty sub. I think Publix would be number 2 on my favorite sub places in Jacksonville. It probably would be higher or tied with my favorite with better bread and more ingredient choices.

The Sheik

Camel Rider (also known as the Desert Rider at other places) with fries and a Cherry Lime-Aid. a good ol' fashion Duval County classic from The Sheik. Some people prefer the Stack N Sack but that is never agreeable with my tummy.

Here is a great article if you want to learn more about the origins of the Camel Rider in Jacksonville and it's middle eastern origins. It's not a fancy foodie food but it is one of my local favorites and it really is a part of history. I think alot of times especially with how mismanaged the city has been for a very long time we aren't aware of some of the cool stuff around town and alot of the history.