"The book unpacks . layers of history like those of thesandwich itself . to understand where it came from and how it has evolved.It weaves together research and profiles of artisans who are making thesandwich in different parts of the world today."-- NPR "Trace(s) the sandwich's history not just as a food but as a vital expression of a complex culture, both on the island of Cuba and among the diaspora of its people."-- Tampa Bay Times "Makes it clear the story of the Cuban sandwich is as mixedup and nuanced as the flavors of the sandwich. The book is told in clean,bright prose, a pleasure to read."-- Miami Herald "In this new perspective on a passionate, long-standingcontest, University of South Florida academics Huse and Cruz and food writerHouck suss out the origins of the Cuban sandwich and steer readers through theintense, fraught debate between Miami's and Tampa's fiercely defendedversions.

"-- Booklist "An excellent, approachable resource on Cuban history told through the complexities of a beloved food item. Highly recommended for foodies and history buffs."--Library Journal, Starred Review "A delicious look at Cuban and Cuban American history told through its most iconic meal."--Foreword Reviews "Gives a detailed description of the Cuban sandwich and at the same time engages the intellectual and historical context of the creation and popularization of this sandwich."--Latino Book Review "A fun read that will prompt discussion. And many, manycravings."-- Orlando Sentinel "Not only gives an impressive history of the sandwich butalso offers firsthand accounts from restaurateurs and chefs who have made thepreservation of the Cuban's recipe, authenticity, and lore their mission."-- LocalPalate.