In partnership with
Sandwiches on Parade
ISSUE #10 — August 4, 2026
Recipe of the Week
What IS the secret to a great summer sandwich? Contrast. A winter sandwich can be substantial, layered, creamy. A summer sandwich should feature something crisp for contrast. Lettuce, cucumber, celery, slaw. And there you have it! Let’s get crackin! 🥪 🥒 🍋
AND, is a hamburger really a sandwich?! When they were first marketed in the late 19th century they were called “hamburger sandwiches,” so I say YES.
Go on to explore ideas for Danish open-faced sandwiches, creations from Kraft, and of course grilled cheese, as an intro to fall and winter! It’s time for a treat, so let’s all eat! — Brian Theis
Sentimental Journey
YOU DECIDE
(choose one)
Keep only one Labor Day cookout extra:
August is National Sandwich Month
THROWBACK TUESDAY
Pimento Cheese Sandwiches!
That time I cooked up my famous pimento cheese sandwiches in honor of the Kentucky Derby, for my friends Dan and Arrianee on PIX11 TV New York.
À bientǒt!
(see you soon)
Q: Okay, we agree summer sandwiches are yummy. But what about fall and winter?
A: Glad you asked. My grilled cheese sandwiches of many lands are sure to comfort you in the colder months upcoming. (Illustration by the wonderful Mary Blair)! Recipes here.
An Amazon Holiday Cooking Bestseller
165 easy-to-follow international, seasonal, and everyday recipes,
perfect for you or a friend
"THE INFINITE FEAST is a fun guide to graciously hosting loved ones. Brian Theis does a great job melding his innate Southern Charm with experience gained from travel and time abroad. His book will be a welcome addition to people who enjoy sharing food and drink with friends."
— Jacques Pépin
Most Men Notice Aging All at Once
Men's skin is 25% thicker than women's. That sounds like an advantage. It isn't. Thicker skin delays the visible signs of aging — until collagen drops. And when it drops, it drops hard: heavier eye bags, deeper wrinkles, dark spots, loss of firmness. All at once. Most men were never taught to get ahead of it. That's where Particle Face Cream comes in. A 6-in-1 formula engineered specifically for men's skin — reduces eye bags, dark spots, and wrinkles, restores firmness, hydrates deeply, revives dull tone. Two minutes a day. No complicated routine. Over 1,000,000 men already use it. Try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 20% off with code BH20.