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The Italian Deli Meats and Cheeses Guide: What We Slice at Sam'sFeatured

The Italian Deli Meats and Cheeses Guide: What We Slice at Sam's

Sam's Italian Deli & Market in Fresno slices imported Italian meats and cheeses to order at a full-service counter, including prosciutto, mortadella with pistachio, Calabrese salami, guanciale, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano, Grana Padano, and smoked mozzarella. Every order is cut to the thickness the customer asks for.

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Italian Catering for Your Next Event in Fresno and Clovis: A Guide from Sam's

Italian Catering for Your Next Event in Fresno and Clovis: A Guide from Sam's

Sam's Italian Deli & Market caters Italian food for events throughout Fresno and Clovis, including corporate lunches, weddings, graduations, birthdays, holidays, and family gatherings. Orders include sandwich trays, antipasto platters, hot Italian entrees, deli salads, and desserts, with pickup or local delivery available.

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The Story Behind Sam's Italian Deli: 45+ Years in Fresno

The Story Behind Sam's Italian Deli: 45+ Years in Fresno

Sam's Italian Deli & Market is a family-owned Italian deli, market, and catering destination at 2415 N First Street in Fresno, California, opened in May 1980 by Sam and Angela Marziliano. Today it is led by their son Nick and daughter-in-law Kathryn, with their grandson Saverio representing the third generation.

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The Sam's Italian Deli Sandwich Guide: Signature Sandwiches, Sam's Special, and More

The Sam's Italian Deli Sandwich Guide: Signature Sandwiches, Sam's Special, and More

Sam's Italian Deli & Market in Fresno builds sandwiches at a full-service deli counter, including Tuscan-style signature sandwiches like The Crudo and The Saverio, the classic Sam's Special, hot pastrami subs, Italian-style focaccia sandwiches, and a full menu of cold deli sandwiches. Every sandwich is made with meats and cheeses sliced to order.

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