Stromboli

[swavrin]

I went to the Naval school in Philly, while there got enjoy the great food in Philly. My favorite was the stromboli that was delivered to the base by " Ernie the stromboli man" I have tried to find out what the restaurant was but have had no luck. Any help would be great.

[Philly Ray]

Can you narrow it down by telling us what years you were here? That might help.

[swavrin]

I was in school there in 1984. I have also found another person looking for the same answer. they were really good !!! We did not order them for delivery, he woul just show up like a lunch wagon, then they would anounce his presence over the intercom. Thanks for any help.

[Philly Ray]

If I had to guess, I would bet that he was purchasing them from a bakery and then re-selling them. In 1984, bakeries in South Philly selling stromboli that are still around today would include Cacia's, New York Bakery, and maybe Carangi's (not 100% sure if they were open in '84).

Were they as long as a loaf of bread, or a smaller, personal size?

[Bigley9]

wasn't Sarcone's also selling stromboli in 84?

[Philly Ray]

Probably, but I kept my suggestions to the ones closest to the Naval Base. I'm sure there are a few others that I missed.