"A giant idea that materialized over a few drinks became a giant reality for a South African bar owner and her husband. Annie's Ladies Bar in Cape Town recently served up a giant Gatsby submarine sandwich that measured 9.8 feet long," the FOX News reports.

"With no less than 10 layers of fillings, the sandwich tipped the scales at 145 pounds after it was balanced precariously on a weighing machine using a tray with supports, according to the Associated Press.

"Ingredients stuffed into the Gatsby sub included about 44 pounds of meat, from three types of sliced sausage to steak to burger patties and chicken fillets; 6.6 pounds of tomatoes; three layers of French fries weighing 22 pounds to break up the meats; a layer of calamari for those who prefer seafood; and onion rings to top it off."

"A South African restaurant served up a 3-meter-long (9.8 feet) sandwich recently in the latest offering from an establishment with a taste for the supersized," the AP reports.

"With no less than 10 layers of fillings, the sandwich tipped the scales at 65.27 kilograms (145 pounds) after it was balanced precariously on a weighing machine using a tray with supports. It took over four hours to prepare at a cost of about $160 for the ingredients, said Joe Redelinghuys, who came up with the plan and runs the restaurant and bar with his wife and owner, Annie.

"Those ingredients included: 3 kilograms (6.6 pounds) of tomatoes. About 20 kilograms (44 pounds) of meat, from three types of sliced sausage to steak to burger patties and chicken fillets. Three layers of french fries weighing a total of around 10 kilograms (22 pounds) to break up the meats. A layer of calamari for those who prefer seafood. And, finally, a generous helping of onion rings on top. All in a sandwich."

"With no less than 10 layers of fillings, the sandwich tipped the scales at 65.27 kilograms (145 pounds) after it was balanced precariously on a weighing machine using a tray with supports. It took over four hours to prepare at a cost of about $160 for the ingredients, said Joe Redelinghuys, who came up with the plan and runs the restaurant and bar with his wife and owner, Annie," The Independent reports.

"Those ingredients included: 3 kilograms (6.6 pounds) of tomatoes. About 20 kilograms (44 pounds) of meat, from three types of sliced sausage to steak to burger patties and chicken fillets.

"Three layers of french fries weighing a total of around 10 kilograms (22 pounds) to break up the meats. A layer of calamari for those who prefer seafood. And, finally, a generous helping of onion rings on top. All in a sandwich."

"A Gatsby is a South African submarine sandwich consisting of a bread roll filled with chips (French fries) and a choice of fillings and sauces. It originated in Cape Town and is popular throughout the Western Cape province. The sandwich is typically large and shared by several people.

"There is no standard recipe for a Gatsby, but it is usually offered in a long (one foot or more) French-style bread roll cut lengthwise. Other breads used may include hot dog buns or roti flat breads, although a filled roti is usually referred to as a salomie. The sandwich is made large to be shared, usually four ways.

"The filling of a Gatsby comprises chips with any number of other ingredients such as meats, fish and eggs. Meat fillings may include chargrilled steak, masala steak, chicken, boloney sausage, Vienna sausage and Russian sausage. Fried or pickled fish, calamari, curry and eggs are also frequently offered. The fillings are commonly dressed with achar pickles or peri peri sauce." (Wikipedia)

"The Gatsby sandwich originated in 1976 in Athlone, in the Cape Flats area of Cape Town. Food shop owner Rashaad Pandy wanted to serve a quick but filling meal to workers helping him renovate his store.

"He filled a large round loaf with "slap chips" (South-African-style chips with vinegar), polony sausage and achaar and cut this into wedges. "Froggy", one of the workers, declared the sandwich a "Gatsby smash", alluding to the movie The Great Gatsby which had been screened at an Athlone cinema.

"The name stuck and Pandy subsequently offered the sandwich in his shop. The sandwich grew in popularity and was adjusted to use a long French-style roll. The gatsby sandwich is a popular hangover cure for Capetonians.  (Wikipedia)

"A South African restaurant served up a 9.8-foot-long sandwich recently in the latest offering from an establishment with a taste for the supersized," the Wisconsin State Journal says.

"The giant submarine sandwich produced by Annies Ladies Bar in Cape Town follows a burger it cooked up in 2019 that weighed in at a whopping 273 pounds.

"With no less than 10 layers of fillings, the sandwich tipped the scales at 145 pounds after it was balanced precariously on a weighing machine using a tray with supports. It took more than four hours to prepare at a cost of about $160 for the ingredients, said Joe Redelinghuys, who came up with the plan and runs the restaurant and bar with his wife and owner, Annie."

"Founded by the legendary Annie and Joe Redelinghuys, pioneers in the restaurant, take-away, and fast food industry, our establishment is built on decades of experience and a passion for serving exceptional food and drinks," the official website says.

"At Annie’s, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and inviting atmosphere where you’re greeted with a smile from our friendly staff and can savor delicious meals made with love.

"Our menu features a delectable range of pub favorites, grilled specialties, and hearty comfort foods—all at prices that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re here for a casual meal with friends, a special celebration, or just a quick bite, we guarantee you’ll enjoy the best food and service in the Northern Suburbs."

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