Join Kae Sprung and guest actor, writer, and director Eddie Mujica as they explore the delicious and storied history of the Cuban sandwich on this episode of Sprung On Food. From its origins in Havana to its cultural significance in Tampa and Miami, discover how this beloved sandwich became a symbol of Cuban American culture. Dive deep into the immigrant influences that shaped its unique flavors and learn about the friendly rivalry between Tampa and Miami versions. Plus, get a glimpse into Eddie's personal connection with the sandwich and his creative twist on its story.

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Jamonton (Cuban Hamilton Parody)
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Sprung On Food is a digital and podcast series, hosted by Katherine "Kae" Sprung, an award-winning pastry chef and food and media entrepreneur. This season, we're talking about favorite foods- the history behind them and the role they play in the world today. Each episode features a special guest to talk about their favorite food, and help comment on the historical origins and pop-cultural and modern society moments tied to that food. Its food history meets food pop-culture, a dose of education, with sprinkles of comedy.

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00:00 Introduction to the Cuban Sandwich
00:29 Eddie Mujica's Cuban Sandwich Connection
04:34 The Origins of the Cuban Sandwich
07:40 The Evolution of the Cuban Sandwich
12:13 Ybor City: The Melting Pot
16:45 The Medianoche: The Cuban Sandwich's Sibling
17:59 Cuban Sandwich vs. Medianoche: A Personal Preference
19:11 Nelly and the Mixto City Pitch
19:59 The Origins of the Cuban Sandwich
21:10 Tampa vs. Miami: The Great Cuban Sandwich Rivalry
22:44 Jamonton: A Cuban Parody of Hamilton
28:03 The Cuban Sandwich Goes Global
34:35 Pop Culture Moments and Cuban Sandwich Records
37:32 Final Thoughts and Farewell