Olivia Jose
Subway is an American chain of fast-food restaurants specializing in sandwiches, burgers, and other foods. It was founded by the young tenured de Luca and funded by Peter Buck in 1965. The company has several branches in all parts of America. The company derives its name from a Yiddish word meaning’sub’ or subways. Today, Subway sandwiches are offered in various types, styles, and sizes for everyone, from kids to seniors.
Subway has several celebrity supporters too. Two of its biggest franchises are sandwich and pizza outlet franchises. These outlets are located in New York City and Los Angeles.
Subway has had to face criticism on several occasions because of its unhealthy sandwiches. Earlier, the food chain had released lower-calorie and low-fat versions of their sandwiches. However, the improved ingredients have reduced the calorie content and the fat percentage in the original recipe. In addition, subway has introduced calorie-free meals and drinks to its restaurant menu, and these meals and drinks are found to be much healthier than the calorie content of the original recipe.
The other chain of Subway, which is also popular as a family restaurant, is the Port Authority, located in New York City. This chain also serves some delicious sandwiches. However, like Subway, the Port Authority chain too has faced criticisms for its unhealthy sandwiches.
Unlike Subway, the Port Authority restaurant chain does not use low-fat or cholesterol-reducing ingredients in its sandwiches. Instead, the chain uses natural ingredients and flavors to make its food tasty. There are many options available to customers here. For example, they can order a grilled turkey sandwich, a vegetarian Reuben, a Caribbean chicken salad, or a Reuben with mushroom sauce. All these sandwiches have been rated very well by health experts.
Another chain, which is eating up market share in the US, is the Outback Steakhouse. Outback uses a variety of natural ingredients to prepare its steaks. For instance, Outback uses high-quality beef that is marinated with garlic and turmeric. The beef is then given a smoky flavor after it is seasoned with pepper. Outback’s hot dogs and chili are another hit with shoppers.
Last but not least is the vegetarian Subway. The vegetarian Subway has a menu that is loaded with spinach, mushrooms, tomatoes, herbs, and other natural ingredients. The sandwich may contain a slice of tomato and some greens to go along with it. The sandwich is served on a wheat roll, which is prepared by using wheat flour, egg, and water.
A lot has been talked about about Subway sandwiches. However, it appears that more people are now switching to these healthy food chains to satisfy their appetites. These chains offer a wide selection of dishes from salads to wraps and even grilled cheese. With the fast-food giants facing tough times due to the recession, it would be safe to say that Subway will continue to dominate the fast-food market for the foreseeable future.
The Subway sandwich is so popular that almost all major hotels in Manhattan have one. This has given the fast-food chain an upper hand when it comes to grabbing consumers’ attention. Another factor contributing to the growth of Subway sandwiches is the number of outlets it has around the globe. It now has outlets in China, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Paris, and even Belfast in Ireland.
Apart from the variety offered by Subway, it also has its own unique selling proposition that makes it stand out from the rest. According to the experts, the biggest selling point of the sandwich chain is its chicken sandwich. The chicken sandwich is offered along with a tomato and green leafy salad. While you can order the original version of the sandwich with Canadian bacon and Canadian butter on it, you can also get a vegetarian version with mushrooms and spinach.
The other sandwiches offered by Subway include Italian, Chinese, Mexican, and Hawaiian. While the tuna and mushroom La FM Italian is considered the best Italian food in the world, the Chinese chicken sandwich is considered another hot favorite of subway customers. The Hawaiian recipe of which Subway is so proud has made its way to almost every part of the globe. In fact, the Chinese restaurant chain has even started to offer it in their lunch menus!
The Chinese restaurant chain has also come up with some toppings that are not so common with Chinese food. For example, the Chinese chicken sandwich with mayonnaise and spicy buffalo sauce is many people’s favorite. The Indian mayonnaise pizza is another favorite of subway riders. Even though most of these sandwiches are available for free, it is best to try them at home first before you go to a Subway restaurant!
