Daydreaming

Just this morning I found myself contemplating, actually daydreaming, about a certain food item from a well known eatery. At least well known around these parts.

UHOP, IHOP, We all hop for BHOP. OK, not really, as UHOP (University House of Pizza) is far superior to BHOP (Boston House of Pizza). That isn't really saying much since the college crowd will eat anything if it was deep fried and smothered in cheese.

One sandwich does however stand out at UHOP, right next to Punter's Pub across the street from the Museum of Fine Arts. The steak sandwich.

Not the steak and cheese that Philadelphia is famous for, but just a steak sandwich. And the best part is I am in control of what I am eating.

I always ask for mayo, lettuce, tomatos, onions and cheese. Why all the veggies you may ask? Am I on a diet? No, I am not but the crisp, cool taste of lettuce mixed with the incredible tomato flavor (my favorite vegetable) complements the warm, perfectly cooked beef steak. The mayo adds a creamy zing and as for onions, I'll eat them on just about anything.

So as I am writing this, my mouth is salivating, it has been a while since I've had this dish. With a side of mozzerella sticks (remember what I said about deep fried and cheese), this is a meal to be reckoned with. Filling and affordable (steak sandwich is approximately $5 and mozzerella sticks are about $4), eating this specific combination at UHOP is one of those indulgences I allow myself from time to time. And it's been some time since I have spoiled my taste buds.

That will change after within a few hours.