Does a Triangular Sandwich Really Taste Better?

The Editors, 19.06.2026

A new study published in the scientific journal Appetite suggests that the enjoyment of a sandwich depends not only on its ingredients, but also on the way it is cut.

Even before taking the first bite, there appears to be a clear effect: sandwiches cut diagonally often look more appealing. Their symmetrical triangular shape and the visible layers of ingredients inside turn an ordinary sandwich into a genuine feast for the eyes.