National Sandwich Day is celebrated globally on November 3, commemorating the birth anniversary of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich, and celebrating the diversity, history, and deliciousness of sandwiches.
Observed on the birthday of John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich (born November 3, 1718), who popularized placing cold meat between slices of bread in 18th-century England so he could eat without interrupting his work. From ancient Jewish sage Hillel the Elder's Passover bitter herbs and matzo to modern American subs, French croque monsieurs, Vietnamese bánh mì, Cuban sandwiches, and Middle Eastern shawarma wraps, the sandwich has evolved into the most versatile meal on the planet.
