Growing up in the northeast, I was raised on lots and lots of good deli. Living in Westminster CO, is a little different. It doesn’t exactly scream ‘deli country.’ There’s a Jersey Mike’s right around the corner from where I worked, and I would probably have their roast beef and swiss at least twice a week. Highly delicious. It’s a great sandwich, a little on the pricey side though — but compared to Subway, it’s a billion times better, quality-wise. I recently contacted Jersey Mike’s to get some ingredient info…
Hi Jersey Mike’s!!
When I used to make believe I was working, Jersey Mike’s was one of my go-to lunch spots. I would usually eat there twice during the work week. Recently I’ve been made aware of some less than savory practices going on in the food industry and wanted to see where Jersey Mike’s stands. Do you use organic or all-natural ingredients? Is your meat antibiotic and/or hormone free? Was it raised humanely? Does Jersey Mike’s buy locally grown/farmed foods? What are your plans for the future regarding these questions? There’s no reason food can’t be delicious and healthy at the same time. Please keep me posted.
thanks,
Brian Sofer
Jersey Mike’s provided a thorough and thoughtful response.
Dear Brian,
Thank you for your interest in Jersey Mike’s Subs and our ingredients. Jersey Mike’s prides itself on providing a delicious sub sandwich made from the highest quality meats and cheeses. Below is the information you inquired about regarding our product ingredients:
• Pork – hormones and antibiotics are not used in the raising of the animals
• Poultry – hormones and antibiotics are not used in the raising of the birds
• Certified Angus Beef– hormones and antibiotics are not used in the raising of the animals
• Produce – our owner/operators have the opportunity to buy their own so it varies by location, many take advantage of local suppliers
Many of our products are covered under the “Animal Welfare Guidelines” that promote bird welfare and assure humane treatment of animals.
We plan to continue being diligent regarding the quality of our ingredients. While we do not have any immediate plans to convert to 100% organic or all natural ingredients, your thoughts will be shared with our National Advisory Council for evaluation and consideration.
We truly appreciate your input.
Sincerely,
Melissa
Jersey Mike’s Franchise Systems
While this exchange with Jersey Mike’s was a positive one, I was curious as to some of their phrasing, so I will seek clarity in my reply.
If you’d like to feel better about scoffing down your foot long meatwiches from Jersey Mike’s, drop them a line and encourage them to serve all natural and organic ingredients.
