Icons: Double Cut Roll

“Would you like that single or double cut?”

Ahh that’s a question I haven’t heard for far too long. Indeed it was music to the ears of a native South Australian who has lived elsewhere for a significant amount of time. Imagine my dismay when five years ago, I discovered that no one across the border had heard of such a thing as a double cut roll. Something that is standard in every sandwich bar across the city and suburbs of Adelaide.

The concept is simple. And fabulous. Order your fillings as per normal. But if you’re feeling hungry you can upgrade your roll to supersize. Instead of your standard one cut through the middle of said roll, now an additional two cuts are made. Hence, ‘double’ cut. Effectively the roll is divided in half and then these halves are halved again. Now you’ve got two spaces to insert your fillings of choice. Essentially two sandwiches on top of each other. But in roll form. Got it?

What follows is a perfect example, created by the talented ladies at Pat-a-Cake. Double cut roll with avocado and salad.

The answer is always double cut. If you’re in a state that offers it.

Eat: Red Door Bakery

A beautiful sunny Saturday morning provided the perfect excuse to head out for a little drive to the other side of town. After a tough week of joblessness (note sarcasm), I decided it was time for a treat. Off we ventured to Queen St, Croyden, having heard good things, but not knowing exactly what to expect.

I presumed with the name Red Door Bakery, there would be a giant red door greeting me. I’ll admit I was a little bit disappointed. But that would prove to be my first and last disappointment of the Red Door experience..

Expect to be awed. Whilst the range is not overly extensive, the display of goodies is seriously impressive. I felt like I could literally smell and feel the love in the air. Gareth and Emma Grierson own and operate the bakery, along with a beautiful and friendly team of staff. These are passionate people, duly proud of their product.

Pork and sage sausage roll. Ask for extra chilly jam!
Lemon fizz with house made lemon gelato. Perfect to wash down the chilly hit.

Roast pumpkin, caramelised onion and Persian feta pizza. Folded in half and toasted for easy cutlery free eating.

Almond croissant. Authentically made with day old croissants and generously filled with crème d'amande. These usually sell out FAST so you want to get in early.

Crème brûlée tart. OMG. I can’t even begin to describe the perfection of this dessert. Just do yourself a favour and get one. Amazing. Really, truly amazing.

For me, this place lived up to the hype. I’m so glad I don’t live close by because that would just be too dangerous.