A couple's sandwich preferences have sparked a heated debate. Carol, who grew up in Ireland, insists a proper sandwich must have two slices of bread with fillings neatly contained. Lucas, from Norway, defends open sandwiches as a Scandinavian norm, valuing generous toppings and texture.
The Prosecution: Carol
Carol argues that food should not fall out while eating a sandwich. She describes Lucas's open sandwiches as messy, with cheese and sauce spilling over the edges. She criticises his use of a Norwegian cheese slicer that shaves layers hanging off the bread, and his tendency to overfill tacos. Carol believes a sandwich should be practical and neat.
The Defence: Lucas
Lucas counters that two slices of bread are excessive. He explains that open sandwiches are standard in Scandinavia, and he adjusts bread thickness for Carol. He defends the ostehøvel for even cheese coverage and attributes mess to the oval shape of Norwegian bread. Lucas values texture and generous fillings, rejecting the idea of a single correct sandwich-making method.
What the Jury Says
Reader Nicola suggests letting sandwiches be sandwiches, while Tom agrees Carol is technically correct but Lucas should enjoy his food. Andy advises using plates and cutlery. Amanda quotes a song, and Gerald wonders if Carol is homesick. The poll asks readers to decide if Lucas is toast.
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