Reuben sandwich is an American grilled sandwich made of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, Russian dressing or Thousand Island dressing and rye bread. Have you ever heard of or eaten Reuben sandwich?

Reuben sandwich is Omaha's most famous culinary creation dates back to 1925. At the time, local grocer Reuben Kulakofsky was tasked with feeding a group of late-night poker players at the Blackstone Hotel. He went to the hotel's kitchen and crafted a hot sandwich using Swiss cheese, corned beef, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. The sandwich was such a hit that one of the poker players, Charles Schimmel, began to serve it at his restaurant, the Plush Horse. Did you know that Omaha, Nebraska, is the birthplace of the Reuben sandwich? (It's found on menus throughout the city)

There's a conflicting account of the sandwich's origin. Arnold Reuben claimed he invented the sandwich at his New York delicatessen in 1914. His version used ham, turkey, coleslaw, and dressing. Since the New York story relies on family accounts, while Omaha's is supported by recorded history, most historians give credit to the Nebraska version. What version of Reuben sandwich do you prefer?

To prove the love of Reubens, Omaha celebrates National Reuben Sandwich Day each year on March 14. Have you ever been to Omaha, Nebraska?