Philadelphia • 6 months ago

Why do Philadelphians call it a ‘hoagie?’ Does anyone else? It’s complicated.

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Why do Philadelphians call it a ‘hoagie?’ Does anyone else? It’s complicated.

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Philadelphia • 6 months ago

Several theories have breadcrumbs tracing back to the Hog Island shipyard.

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1•6 months ago

it’s still acceptable to call a Philly cheesesteak a hoagie.

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