Show pageOld revisionsBacklinksBack to top This page is read only. You can view the source, but not change it. Ask your administrator if you think this is wrong. ======Sandwiches====== =====Object Information===== * **Type:** Food item * **Owners:** Not applicable; sandwiches are consumable items prepared and eaten by many individuals throughout the series. * **Maker:** Various witches, wizards, and [[house-elves]]. [[Molly Weasley]] is particularly known for making them for her family and guests. The [[Hogwarts]] kitchen staff also prepares them. =====Description and Appearance===== Sandwiches in the wizarding world are identical to their [[Muggle]] counterparts, consisting of fillings placed on or between slices of bread. They serve as a quick, practical, and common meal. The most frequently mentioned variety is the **corned beef sandwich**, which [[Molly Weasley]] often packs for her son [[Ron Weasley]]'s lunch. Other general assortments of sandwiches are also served on platters during informal gatherings or times of crisis. =====Magical Properties and Usage===== Sandwiches possess no inherent magical properties. They are a mundane food item valued for their convenience and nutritional substance. Their primary use is for sustenance, particularly during travel, such as on the [[Hogwarts Express]], or as a simple meal when a full feast is impractical or inappropriate. While the sandwiches themselves are not magical, their preparation can be aided by [[magic]], allowing for them to be made quickly and in large quantities. They are a staple for packed lunches and are often served at informal headquarters like [[Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place]], providing a sense of normalcy and comfort. =====History===== Sandwiches appear at several key moments, often highlighting themes of friendship, family care, and the realities of life outside the grand [[Hogwarts]] feasts. * **//Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone//:** On their first journey aboard the [[Hogwarts Express]], [[Ron Weasley]] reveals his lumpy, corned beef sandwiches made by his mother. He expresses his dislike for them, which prompts [[Harry Potter]] to buy a large quantity of sweets from the trolley and share them with Ron. This act of generosity is a foundational moment in their friendship. * **//Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire//:** Following the [[Dark Mark]] incident at the [[Quidditch World Cup]], a stressed [[Arthur Weasley]] is brought sandwiches by [[Percy Weasley]], sent by his wife, demonstrating [[Molly Weasley]]'s tendency to care for her family with food even in times of great turmoil. * **//Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix//:** Sandwiches are a staple food at [[Number Twelve, Grimmauld Place]]. After [[Harry Potter]]'s [[Disciplinary Hearing]] at the [[Ministry of Magic]], Mrs. Weasley makes a "huge pile of sandwiches" to celebrate his acquittal. Later, during a tense Christmas lunch, [[Kreacher]] serves the family a tureen of foul soup. In response, Molly dismisses the soup and quickly provides everyone with turkey sandwiches, re-establishing a sense of comfort and safety. =====Role in the Story===== In the narrative, sandwiches primarily function as a symbol of maternal care and humble domesticity, most often associated with [[Molly Weasley]]. Her constant provision of sandwiches represents her love and concern for her family and for Harry. They stand in stark contrast to the magical and elaborate banquets served in the [[Great Hall]], grounding the characters in moments of simple, everyday reality. Furthermore, the appearance of sandwiches on the [[Hogwarts Express]] in the first book serves to illustrate the socioeconomic differences between students, with Ron's modest packed lunch contrasting with Harry's newfound ability to purchase any treat he desires from the trolley. =====Behind the Scenes===== * In the film adaptation of *Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone*, Ron's corned beef sandwich is shown on the [[Hogwarts Express]], visually establishing the scene as described in the novel (film).
