This “big gooey messy burger” is an iconic American lunchroom staple beloved by both adults and children. How did the Sloppy Joe become so ingrained in our repertoire of convenient quick meals? Its origin story can be traced all the way back to Prohibition, is set in Cuba and Key West, and one of the main characters is Ernest Hemingway. Who would have thought this deliciously simple sandwich would have such an intriguing past!? In this episode, Emily and Katie explore their favorite friendship story centered around the Sloppy Joe and investigate the story behind its creation, other versions of the sandwich, and how Manwich and Sloppy Joes have found their way into the pop culture landscape.
 
What is the Sloppy Joe Incident and why is it so important to Katie & Emily’s friendship?
Where and when was the Sloppy Joe invented?
Why is Ernest Hemingway part of this story!?
What is a New Jersey Sloppy Joe?
What are some classic pop culture references to this iconic sandwich?
 
https://melmagazine.com/en-us/story/sloppy-joe-history#google_vignette
https://the80sand90s.com/articles/sloppy-joes-in-fim-and-tv#google_vignette=
https://quaintcooking.com/2019/10/09/history-of-sloppy-joes/ 
https://www.manwich.com/about-us
https://sloppyjoes.com/history/

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