Hot salami

Sydney’s sandwich game is seriously strong right now—all these new openings are killing it. Berta’s Deli, which opened just two weeks ago in Marrickville, is no exception.

This sandwich was an absolute winner. One of—if not the—best Turkish breads I’ve had. Incredibly fluffy and light, with a perfectly toasted crunch. Airy, flavourful, and honestly, just the bread alone is already a 10.

Then there’s the pickled fennel, which had my heart straight away. Any sandwich with that instantly earns bonus points from me—salty, sweet, and tangy in the best way. The chilli mayo brought a punchy kick, not too heavy but full of heat, especially paired with the hot salami, which was bold, meaty, and generously packed.

The smoked mozzarella added a creamy, rich smokiness, while the rocket gave a fresh, peppery lift that rounded everything out. A really well-balanced mix of flavours with depth, texture, and just the right amount of heat.

I was torn between this and the mortadella (which I’ve heard good things about—pistachio pesto + stracciatella? Sounds like a dream), but today I was craving spice and this absolutely hit the spot.

I know I’ll be back soon. This one’s an easy 11 / 10 for me. So extremely satisfied.