When did sandwiches get so good in Brisbane? The local logic is that it was probably the past couple of years, when the city welcomed a raft of new eateries serving exceptional sangers: Eat at Billy’s, Riser Bread, and Joe’s ‘Famous’ Deli among them. The truth is though, speaking broadly, there have always been good sandwiches in this town, you just needed to know where to look – whether way out on in the southern ’burbs or tucked away in central-city boltholes. Either way, Brisbane’s sanger scene is pumping, so Good Food decided it was time to launch a new dedicated column called Sandwich Watch ( Sydney and Melbourne already have their own versions).
Every month, we’ll shine a light on an essential sandwich that deserves your attention, whether it’s a cult classic, an under-the-radar gem, or a pack-leading newcomer. Why sandwiches, why now? To find the reason for the explosion in Brisbane sandwiches, you have to look beyond the sandwich. Much like Melbourne and Sydney, a levelling of baking quality has played a massive part – exceptional sourdough and focaccia is being punched out at bakeries and cafes such as Doughcraft, Riser, Cordelia Sourdough Bakehouse and Cerin Pasticceria.
Southside team to open Hong Kong-inspired dumpling spot in heart of CBD Also, seasoned chefs are getting in on the game – take Joe’s Famous Deli’s Patrick Killalea, who has a background working in fine-dining restaurants in Europe. In a cost-of-living crisis, getting chef-q.