Montreal Smoked Meat, Frenchie's, Vancouver

Frenchie's was the first time I had a smoked meat sandwich. About a decade ago when they had a location on Helmcken St, I got hooked on their savoury brisket seasoning. Then one day, they vanished, closing all three of their locations around town. Later, I remember when I first tried a Montreal smoked meat sandwich in Montreal, I had a flashback to being at Frenchie's, and wondering, was it better?

Well, I'm gonna have to say after all these years and many briskets later, that Frenchie's really is better. The best! The seasoning and the steaming of Frenchie's really makes their sandwiches dreamy. It boils down their seasoning. If I had to guess, I would wager that Frenchie's uses a dry curing, as I tasted no hint of brine whatsoever.

I had the small (pictured above), which is just reasonable for an planned midday snack. Super soft and tender brisket slices literally melt in your mouth. I am already hooked, once again. Welcome back, Frenchies! I never knew how much I missed you.

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