A Picture Worth a Thousand...bites

If Heaven was to be in the form of food, this is what it would look like. LaSpada's Original Hoagies, one of the most popular 'hole-in-the-wall' establishments in South Florida to date, make the "Best Damn Hoagies in Town". Located in Davie, FL, right outside of Nova Southeastern University, LaSpada's has called University Boulevard home since 1973. Top quality USDA meats, fresh veggies, and locally baked bread makes LaSpada's THE top choice for subs, salads, and platters. From an 8'' tuna to their famous "Monster" (Ham, Cheese, Roast Beef and Turkey Breast Combo), there's no stopping anyone from enjoying the meal of all meals. The prices may run a little higher than your typical Subway, but hey, for top quality food, a great famiy atmosphere, and an ever-lasting local tradition, it is worth it. Come by LaSpada's, where Heaven meets hoagie (I should market that slogan).

I had my first LaSpada's hoagie roughly 6 years ago. Although I cannot remember much of that visit due to the food coma I induced, I can tell you that every time I order a sub from there I am never disappointed. I wanted to share with you the same experience I shared on my last visit to the local shop on July 22. I will tell you a simple story, one of which takes you from the creation, to the presentation, and finally the annihilation of this monstrosity of a sub. I will include detailed images (taken by my iPhone 4) as well as photography tips and tricks I incorporated into each shot (based off Kodak's Tips for Great Pictures).

"The Life of a Turkey Sub"


Walking into LaSpada's shop, there is not a soul in front of me, as if I am reaching the checkered flag. I place my order, the sub artist immediately goes to work, slicing the meat, applying the mayo spread to the bread. He places the meat in the hoagie, filling it with an abundance of lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and hot peppers. He then, as if it were a present to be wrapped, covers the sub's fillings with more turkey. It is a thing of beauty, like a new born baby I can't wait for it to be placed in my arms. It is beautiful.

Kodak Great Pictures Tips used: Take Some Vertical Pictures; Lock the Focus; Move it from the Middle



Here you can see the sub in all its glory. I want to enshrine it and place it on my mantle (if only I had a mantle). I didn't want to eat it, it was too awe-inspiring; the drool that escaped my mouth reminded me of Victoria Falls. But I couldn't let it just sit there. It was calling me, "Josh, eat me, I want you to eat me. I am lost, your mouth is my home; I must find my way home." I had to help the sub out, as well as my tummy; both were screaming at me to eat the sub. So I did.

Kodak Great Pictures Tips used: Get down on their level; Move in close; Lock the focus;


Victory is mine! I have conquered this beast they call turkey feast. I am immortal, a god among men. Fatigue soon started to kick in, and as I starred at the empty parchment that laid in front of me, it was I who'd been defeated. I lay there in agony and pain, but joy and satisfaction. Having the best of those two worlds, that is what a meal is all about.

Kodak Great Pictures Tips used: Get down on their level; Move in close; Lock the focus


My meal (Thursday, July 22):
Drink: 1 Budweiser Ale
Main course: Small 8'' Turkey on Wheat w/ Provolone Cheese, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, extra Hot Peppers, Oil/Vinegar, Salt/Pepper, Oregano
Side: Zapps Voodoo Potato Chips

My rating:
5 of 5