On March 25, 2019 Jimmy John’s unveiled “The Frenchie,” a new sandwich that combined fresh, all-natural salami and capicola with delicious hand-sliced provolone and salted butter in a freshly-baked French baguette. The Frenchie was inspired by sandwiches found in cafes and boulangeries throughout France and was made fresh throughout the day so that customers could grab one to go. John Shea, Chief Marketing Officer at Jimmy John's, issued a statement saying “The Frenchie is the result of an obsessive focus on our customers and what’s important to them. It’s made to be taken anywhere, and the magic of its simplicity speaks to the quality of each ingredient. For busy people and families on the go, this product is perfect -- portable, easy to share, and most importantly, delicious.”

Shortly after its release my wife and I went to Jimmy John's as we often do and when we walked in there were several Frenchie's in a jar sitting in front of the register. We decided to buy one to give it a try. What followed was a life changing experience. To start, the Frenchie is wrapped in checkered paper at the bottom and clear plastic at the top. Once you remove the clear plastic at the top you have the perfect to go sandwich. Inside you have the most fresh and delicious meat, complimented by the provolone cheese, then the butter adds a salty richness that helps meld together all the flavors, all surrounded by the fresh French bread that Jimmy John's is known for. After our first few bites we knew that a new love affair had started. Whether it was a quick snack to go or a couple for dinner, the Frenchie always seemed to meet the mark. 

While the Frenchie was marketed as "Limited Time Only" it seemed to hang around for quite some time, something we were very happy about. I'll admit we got spoiled by the fact that it hung around so long. Over the last year we enjoyed more Frenchie's then I can count. Fast forward to March, 2020 when I got the worst birthday present a guy could ask for. I went to Jimmy John's excited to get a Frenchie for my birthday and this is when I got the horrible news... The Frenchie was no longer on the menu! I couldn't believe they would take this fantastic sandwich away! I have found myself craving one on several occasions especially with the state of everything now. So, I am asking Jimmy John's, please for the sake of all that is delicious, bring back the Frenchie!