Rustic Baguette

Today’s sandwich was a bit of an impromptu one. I had planned to grab something quick at the Carriageworks Market, but nothing really caught my eye. On my way to Newtown, I stumbled upon Marani Deli—one of those spots I’d heard about before but could never quite figure out where it was. Turns out, it’s tucked away on a little backstreet, the kind of hidden gem you’d easily walk past if you didn’t know to look.

Inside was a treasure trove of small goods, but my eyes went straight to the sandwiches. There were a few ready-made ones in the fridge, and I went with the ham and cheese—because honestly, even after 400 sandwiches, I’d never say no to a ham and cheese baguette.

Normally, the cheese plays a supporting role to the ham, but not this time. The Comté really took centre stage—bold, nutty, and full of depth, almost edging toward blue cheese territory but without the bite. The smoked ham brought just the right amount of savoury tang, and the baguette was beautifully chewy with that rustic, slightly uneven crust that makes it super fun to eat.

Oh, and did I mention? This marks sandwich no. 400! 🎉 A big milestone, and this simple but standout baguette sandwich made it feel extra special.