Amoroso Rolls…the Secret to Authentic Philly Cheese Steak?

Amoroso Rolls…the Secret to Authentic Philly Cheese Steak?

Amoroso Rolls...the Secret to Authentic Philly Cheese Steak?

Ever since my first visit to The Cheese Steak Shop in Manila (where I was disappointed with the quality of their bread), I’ve always wondered how an Amoroso Roll would taste like. Some say most shops in Philly use Amoroso Rolls to serve that authentic Philly Cheese Steak experience.

In my recent trip to the Bay Area, I decided to find The Cheese Steak Shop to try out the Amoroso…

We were staying near Union Square, and I decided to walk all the way to the first and original branch of The Cheese Steak Shop in California in Divisadero, San Francisco.

The shop looks like a neighborhood store that’s a bit run-down through the years.

Click here for a large version of the menu.

I learned that their most popular cheese steaks are:

• 10″ Philly Cheese Steak ($6.39) with white american cheese;
• King of Philly ($8.19) with extra meat and cheese on the 10″ Philly Cheese Steak;
• 7″ Philly Cheese Steak ($4.49); and
• Mushroom and Cheese Philly Cheese Steak.

7″ Philly Cheese Steak ($4.49). Steak sandwich with 100% beef loin, thinly sliced and chopped on the grill melted with white american cheese, grilled onions, and hot sweet peppers.

The Amoroso Rolls are really soft but still firm enough to hold the steaks, onions, peppers, and the oil without breaking. The Amoroso makes a lot of difference because you can enjoy a soft roll that does not fill you up easily.

The Cheese Steak Shop is proud of their partnership with Amoroso’s, which is one of the secrets behind their authentic Philly Cheese Steak.

Back in Manila…

The Cheese Steak Shop finally had their grand opening when their shipment of Amoroso Rolls arrived.

The rolls are individually quick-frozen and shipped to Manila so that Filipinos can enjoy them. 

When served, the rolls are super soft and have a nice, textured surface. It can hold all the oily ingredients firmly. Try it!

Aside from the Amoroso Roll, I love the hot and sweet peppers on my Philly Cheese Steak. 

Most of the ingredients are imported to keep the authenticity of the Philly Cheese Steak sandwiches. 

The Chicken Sandwiches are also now available in Manila.  But I still prefer the classic Philly Cheese Steak (I reco you upsize it to the King of Philly).

The Cheese Steak Shop Divisadero
Divisadero St., San Franscisco, California
Website:  http://www.cheesesteakshop.com/

Related Blog Post: Amoroso Rolls…the Secret to Authentic Philly Cheese Steak?

The Cheese Steak Shop Manila
Original Philadelphia Style Sandwich
G/F The E-Hotel Makati, (near Milky Way)
906 A. Arnaiz St. (formerly Pasay Road)
Telephone: +632 555-0235
Website: www.CheeseSteakShop.com.phFacebook: Cheese Steak Shop Manila

Prague Travel Information

Prague Travel Information

The golden city of Prague is one of Europe’s most popular tourism destinations and one of the cultural centers of Europe. The historical center of the city has remained undamaged and is now the main attraction of Prague. The Medieval buildings, cobblestone streets, countless museums, bridges, and churches of the hometown of Franz Kafka offer a visitor a great deal to explore in Prague. The city’s pubs, quality restaurants, and cafes wait for visitors interested in the famous Czech beer as well as culinary treats.

A famous clock in Prague

The famous capital of Czech Republic, Prague lies along the Vltava River plain in central part of the country. Founded already in the 9th century, Prague has seen a myriad of different rulers and historic periods that have all left their mark on this beautiful Bohemian city. Today, Prague is a large cosmopolitan city full of history, music, art and culture, receiving a large number of visitors from abroad throughout the year.

Sights & activities Prague: from historical & cultural attractions to nightlife & shopping

There are activities in Prague to attract every type of visitor.Sightseeing in Prague is by far the most popular activity in the golden city. Stare Mesto, Prague’s World Heritage -listed Gothic-style old town, is the center of the city’s historic and cultural attractions, including several museums, churches and historical attractions such as the astronomical clock and the writer Franz Kafka’s birthplace. The city’s famous medieval castle and the Charles Bridge are must sees for visitors, but you should also visit the fortress area of Vysehrad and the Mala Strana quarter next to the Prague castle. If you don’t feel like walking around, you can go to see theater or opera or hop on a sightseeing cruise on the Vltava River that runs through Prague.

A city view of Prague

Entertainment & culture. Many people visit the city also because of the vivid nightlife in Prague, offering options from opera to pubs and from concerts to nightclubs and bars. You can find a large number of bars and clubs in Prague that are open very late. There are also many popular venues for concerts in Prague, ranging from classical to popular music. There are plenty of opportunities for shopping in Prague. The capital of the Czech Republic is an excellent place for buying for example jewelry and crystal. The Prague Zoo is one of the best zoos in Europe.

Prague travel tips and practical information

Prague has a temperate continental climate with four distinct seasons. The winters from November to March are cold and sometimes also snowy, while the summers from June to August are generally pleasant, often offering sunny and warm weather.

As the city has plenty of sights and activities for visitors, visiting Prague is good at any time of the year.

Prague skyline with the castle

Traveling to Prague is easy: The city is home to a busy international airport with plenty of flights to Prague from around Europe and beyond. Prague is also well connected to the other European cities by international train and bus network, and most visitors to this city of 1,2 million inhabitants actually arrive to Prague by land transport. The best way to get around in the historic center of Prague is by foot, but the public transportation in the city introduces yet more choices offered by trams, an effective underground system, local trains, and buses. Driving in Prague is not easy because of the often narrow streets, but renting a car in Prague is a good option if you want to visit the Czech Republic beyond the capital.

People admiring the Prague skyline

Services & safety. There is a large variety of restaurants in Prague, offering a multitude of cuisines. The ones in the crowded main streets and squares of the old town tend to be more expensive than the others. Hotels in Prague also offer a wide variety of choice suitable to every taste and budget, and are available in great numbers. Prague is generally a safe destination although some problems with petty crime such as pick-pocketing and scams do exist. Watch out for your belongings in crowded tourist areas and public transport. English is spoken by many local people in Prague.

New Vegas hotel may be demolished

New Vegas hotel may be demolished

LAS VEGAS — The prospect of an imploding hotel tower on the Las Vegas Strip conjures images of Hollywood blockbusters — lots of dynamite, a dramatic fall and billowing clouds of dust.

But the owners of the never-opened Harmon near the Strip’s midpoint are convinced that bringing down the 26-story structure can be done safely, with minimal disruption to neighboring buildings and nearby traffic.

Seems tough to fathom given where the stylish oval cylinder sits, but demolition experts say it shouldn’t be too tough thanks to the building’s size and the pedigree of those running the job.

New Vegas hotel may be demolished

“They have to be careful, they have to clean all around it, and they have to make sure there’s an area where the building comes down if it spreads out,” said Herb Duane, a demolition consultant based in New Hampshire who has worked in the industry more than 30 years.

“Twenty-six stories is very doable,” Duane told The Associated Press.

MGM Resorts International, the casino company that owns the Harmon as part of its $8.5 billion CityCenter joint venture, said as it proposed demolition to the county that implosion is the best option for a building that they say wouldn’t be able to support its own weight in a strong earthquake. County building officials had asked the company to propose a plan to fix the building they call a public health hazard.

The Harmon was originally envisioned as a boutique hotel and condominium tower to open in December 2009 with the rest of the 67-acre complex of hotels, entertainment and a casino. But problems with reinforcing steel in the construction led MGM Resorts to shorten the tower in half and put off its opening at least a year. It never opened.

Now, plans call for an implosion in six months, followed by four months of cleanup.

Company spokesman Alan Feldman declined comment Tuesday, saying the company was waiting for all necessary approvals from the county and court officials handling a separate legal case involving MGM Resorts and Tutor Perini Corp., the main contractor for CityCenter. A county spokesman declined comment.

Perini contends the building is structurally sound, and that MGM Resorts is pushing for demolition to bolster its legal case because it’s more economically wise than having to fill more rooms on the Strip. No matter what happens to the Harmon, MGM Resorts and Perini are likely to still have a dispute over unpaid construction bills.

Representatives for LVI Services, Inc., the demolition company that would run the job, and Controlled Demolition, Inc., the subcontractor in charge of the implosion itself, declined comment, referring questions to MGM Resorts.