Portland is the birthplace of the "Italian sandwich".

"People who come here want Italian sandwiches, not McDonald's."

Instead of selling sweets, they offer panini, the traditional Italian sandwich served in Italy at espresso bars.

Another is that he's an artist with a single-minded devotion to making Italian sandwiches.

Lunchtime was long past, and we were carrying around those fabulous Italian sandwiches.

The only difference is we also serve Italian sandwiches.

The most egregious example of this is a store in my neighborhood that sells Italian sandwiches and wraps and has on its (its!)

This Italian sandwich and wine bar is a relaxed place to drop in for a snack and a drink.

Amato's is best known for its Italian sandwich, called "the Real Italian," which it claims to have invented in 1902.

Soups, salads, interesting Italian sandwiches, pizza, pastry and excellent homemade ice cream.