Weird History Food: The Unexpected and Untold Chronicles of Food

The Downfall of Blimpie: A Sandwich Empire's Collapse

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Today, when people crave a sandwich, they often turn to Subway, Panera Bread, Jimmy John's, Jersey Mike's, or Firehouse. However, not too long ago, Blimpie was the leading name in sandwich shops. Its name evoked the promise of a satisfying meal, but what caused this once-prominent franchise to follow the path of the Hindenburg?


#Blimpie #sandwich #franchise #Subway #PaneraBread #JimmyJohn's #JerseyMike's #Firehouse



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