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Back in the 1840s, this absolute ROCKSTAR named Esther Howland looked at Valentine's Day and said, "Hey, this needs more LOVE!" She started mass-producing Valentine's cards in America like we mass-produce happiness in sandwich form, earning herself the nickname "Mother of the American Valentine." Talk about a game-changer! She basically turned Valentine's Day into the celebration of love we know today - kind of like how we turned regular sandwiches into works of art!

Speaking of love... have you tried our Reuben Sandwich yet

In Today’s Email:

Breaking Tradition: Why More People Are Skipping Roses This Valentine's Day

Hey Sandwich Family!

You know how every great sandwich has a story?

(Like how Grandma’s secret matzo ball recipe makes our chicken soup taste like a warm hug?)

Well, Valentine’s Day flowers have their own EPIC backstory—and it’s almost as good as how we discovered putting pickles on EVERYTHING!

A Love Story... with Flowers & Sandwiches

Way before the first deli opened (a.k.a. the dark ages), people were head over heels for roses. The love goddesses Venus and Aphrodite were basically the original food critics of romance.

Fast forward to medieval times (long before our famous sourdough), and a poet named Chaucer made Valentine's Day the hottest celebration since sliced bread.

Speaking of bread… did we mention we’re doing heart-shaped bagels all February? 

Then, in the 1700s, a Swedish king named Charles started using flowers to send secret messages—kind of like how you tell us “extra pickles” with just a wink!

They even wrote a whole flower dictionary in 1819—basically, the original menu of love.

But Here’s the Big Question…

Roses are the classic MVP (like our pastrami), but why not mix it up? After all, variety is the spice of life—that’s why we have 27 different sandwiches!

READY TO SHAKE UP YOUR VALENTINE’S DAY? 🌸

Check out these amazing flower alternatives that’ll make your bouquet as unique as our secret sauce!

🌼 Unique Flowers That Are as Awesome as Your Sandwich Order 🌼

Anemones – The Cool Kids of Winter

Think of these as the artisanal bread of flowers—unexpected, gorgeous, and they make everything better. With their dark centers and bold petals, they’re basically the flower equivalent of our black-and-white cookies—classic, but with a twist!

Calla Lilies – The Fancy Pants

These sleek beauties class up EVERYTHING—kind of like our premium sandwich ingredients! With colors ranging from pink to deep red, they’re perfect for making someone feel extra special (or just for showing off a little).

Peonies – The Show-Stoppers

Fluffy, full, and totally eye-catching—kind of like our mile-high sandwiches! These beauties are also believed to bring good fortune (which is basically like finding an extra pickle in your order 😉).

Ranunculus – The Scene-Stealers

With layer upon layer of delicate petals, ranunculus flowers are like a perfectly stacked club sandwich—a true masterpiece! If you want a bouquet that turns heads, this is it.

For the Adventurous: Venus Flytrap!

Want something TOTALLY different?

s Flytrap is like ordering our spiciest sandwich—not for the faint of heart, but 100% worth it! Plus, it’s literally named after the goddess of love, so you can’t go wrong.

For the Long-Term Love: Heart-Leaf Philodendron

This plant is like our loyalty program—it just keeps on giving. Unlike those gas station roses that wilt in two days (just saying 🤫), this beauty lasts and thrives—just like true love!

Here’s the Best Part…

Just like we customize your sandwich exactly how you like it, you can mix & match these flowers to create a bouquet that’s totally YOU!

💖 VALENTINE'S SPECIAL ALERT! 💖
Order any of our Entree and get a FREE Latke Tots to share —because you’re just that awesome.

The Bottom Line?

Love is like a signature sandwich—it should be unique, special, and make you smile! Whether you go for classic roses (like our legendary Reuben) or spice things up with something unexpected (like our specialty sandwiches), it’s all about making it YOURS.

With extra love (and always extra pickles),

💛 Your Zinger’s Family

📸 P.S. Share your Valentine’s Day sandwich moment with #ZingersLove & #FlowerPower for a chance to win lunch for two!

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