Holy Yum, Batman: Famous Philly Cheesesteaks Go National
In the City of Brotherly Love, Philly cheesesteaks are A Very Big Deal. Rivalry runs heated between local cheesesteak purveyors, all of whom claim they serve the finest sandwiches in the city. When visitors come to town – even big names like President Obama – they follow a predictable pattern. The admire the crack in the Liberty Bell, they pose near the Rocky statue, and they head to either Pat’s or Geno’s to get a juicy, cheesy, fat cheesesteak. Other places around the country put “Philly cheesesteaks” on their menus, but I am here to tell you that they are pale, sad imitations of the real thing. Up until recently, if you wanted a Philly chessesteak, you had to come to Philly. Well ring the bells, dear readers, because some of Philadelphia’s most famous cheesesteaks are about to go nationwide.
Before you ask, no. Pat’s King of Steaks is not opening any new locations. What they are doing is pairing with the website Goldbely to deliver their sandwiches to you. From Goldbely’s website:
“When asked about Philadelphia many mention the legendary Rocky Balboa, maybe the Liberty Bell, or even recent Eagles hero Nick Foles. Wait, did someone say Philly Cheesesteaks? Pat’s King of Steaks perhaps…THE Pat’s that started this whole craze? Yes! Get the ORIGINAL Philly Cheesesteak now and treat those taste buds to royalty!”
Just like at the order window, customer can order their cheesesteaks wit’ or wit’out, and with their choice of cheese (American, Provolone, or Whiz). Your sandwiches will be lovingly made to order, frozen, and shipped with ice packs. When you receive them, stick them in the fridge. Reheating instructions are included to make sure your cheesesteak tastes just as good as if you’d hopped a flight to Philly.
Alas, deliciousness comes with a hefty price tag. On Goldbely, customers can pick from a 4-pack, 8-pack, or 12-pack. They sell for $99, $179, and $219, respectively, with free shipping. Hey, nobody said that there was free admission to heaven.
