On today’s episode of The Food Show, Mary Ann Fitzmorris dives into two classics that always spark strong opinions: crab cakes and deli meats. She talks about what makes a great crab cake, the right balance of ingredients, and the differences you’ll find from place to place. Mary Ann also takes a look at deli meats — quality, tradition, and what to look for when you’re ordering or shopping.  Today is national pastrami sandwich day.

Mary Ann reviews her lunch at Desi Vegas’ in Metairie.