Porchetta sandwich at Eataly
This Thursdays-only special, served out of the rosticceria in the back of Mario Batali’s Italian superstore, manages to hit all of the high points of a sandwich with just a few well-chosen ingredients. Crackly shards of caramelized skin contribute crunch; juicy, garlic-rubbed chunks of pork provide meaty heft; and ridges of satiny fat seep into the bread, along with seasonings like oregano, fennel and massive flakes of sea salt. 200 Fifth Ave between 23rd and 24th Sts (212-229-2560, eataly.com). Small $11.80, large $14.80.—Chris Schonberger
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