Blue Mackerel Sandwich

I just found out that A.P opened their newest outpost, A.P Bread and Wine, in Darlinghurst last Wednesday, and as a die-hard A.P fan, I knew I had to check it out. Each A.P location has its own special offerings, and this one is no exception.

Now, let’s talk about the Blue Mackerel Sandwich. At first, I wasn’t sure—a big, meaty chunk of mackerel fillet that’s not fried in a sandwich is a bold move. The first bite? Intriguing. The second bite? It started making sense. And from there, it just kept getting better and better. The fish was slightly rare in the middle, which made it juicy and full of flavour, and it instantly brought back memories of ‘Yum Pla Too’—a Thai mackerel salad I grew up with. That nostalgic hit of savoury, tangy, and herbal flavours was such a pleasant surprise.

The green zhug and herbs didn’t just add freshness—they worked perfectly to tone down the fishiness of the mackerel. And then there’s the shokupan. My first time trying it, and wow—soft, bouncy, with just the right amount of sweetness. I’m hooked. Sure, it was a tiny bit greasy, but honestly, that’s barely worth mentioning.

This unique sandwich took me on a journey—nostalgic, surprising, and unbelievably good. A.P Bakery does it again.