Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has gained attention as the vice presidential nominee alongside Kamala Harris, enjoying local cuisine like Nebraska's Runza during the campaign trail. Lucca Delicatessen in San Francisco continues to thrive under third-generation ownership, maintaining traditional recipes and offering popular dishes like their handmade ravioli. A new eatery, Paninis and Boba, has opened in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, combining boba tea with a variety of grilled sandwiches and rice bowls, quickly becoming a local favorite. Olde Tyme Grocery in Louisiana has been recognized nationally as a top mom-and-pop restaurant, famed for its shrimp po-boys, which account for 60% of sales. Additionally, Bub and Pop's in Washington, D.C., has been highlighted as a reader favorite for its cheesesteaks and Italian subs, showcasing the competitive sandwich scene in the area.