The story behind the Thanksgiving po' boy
Briefly

Justin Kennedy emphasizes the appeal of his Thanksgiving Po' Boy by saying, "It ain't nothing fancy. Just good home cooking. But people love it." This highlights how comfort food resonates deeply with consumers.
Kennedy's meticulous approach to the layers of the sandwich includes, "Get you a nice toasty piece of New Orleans French bread... She puts the stuffing on. Three healthy scoops... It's hard to get those consistent slices with the dark [meat]... So we take the dark, roll it into the dressing..." This showcases his dedication to quality.
The inspiration for the Thanksgiving Po' Boy originated nearly two decades ago: "The idea for a Thanksgiving version came to Kennedy almost two decades ago as a way to boost sales, and customers went crazy over it..." underscoring its successful evolution.
Kennedy recalls the overwhelming demand and emotional impact of his dish after a colleague's passing, stating, "It got so insane making this thing... Too much anticipation. People waiting outside with lawn chairs..." showing how much the community values this tradition.
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