What’s that Foul Smell in the Classic Italian Sub by Quiznos?
I stopped going to a particular Quiznos because their Classic Italian Sub started smelling like a homeless man (I’m not joking). You know, like it had a very bad body odor. A new store opened up nearby so I tried it, after a few subs in which the smell was not evident the smell returned. Needless to say, I’ve stopped frequenting Quiznos.
So what could the smell be. Old vinegar?
Well, nothing funky in here. I was looking for anchovies. (Yum)
The tip of your nose, maybe? 
Peace,
mangeorge
I’m going to guess that it might have been the capicola, which is described as “Italian Ham” but which can apparently be made from either pork butt or pork shoulder, and which apparently is made with spices. So Quizno’s capicola might be seasoned with strong spices that smell “bad” to you.
If you ask the mods to make a better thread title, with the word ‘Quiznos’ in it, perhaps it will catch the eye of someone who has or is working there.
I know a manager at Quiznos right now. I’ll see if I can call her and ask your question tonight…
Cool, I asked the mods to change the subject. I didn’t want to get sued for libel:)
Ok, got off the phone a few minutes ago. Looks like DDG got it. It’s the capicola that smells funniest. These subs are made with 4 different kinds of pig meat. If it’s the “vinigary” smell you don’t like, that’ll be the italian dressing - a red wine vinaigrette.
I’ve never heard the word before, but google gave me this video of roast capicola.
Man that looks good! I might have to make that, thanks mmmiiikkkeee.
If the capicola smells funny,don’t frequent the place.Get some real stuff at an Italian deli.
Capicola is nothing but Italian spiced ham-you know like American Spam?Only the spices are different/hotter and the meat is ham,not pork shoulder.
That’s like calling that stuff made form the top/bottom round (as I’ve seen in supermarkets) Corned beef or Pastrami.
Accept nothing less than brisket.