having a personal deli sandwich order

If you live in New York you are lucky enough to have a delicious, fully customizable lunch under $10 at your fingertips at almost any moment.

Having a go-to bodega sandwich order is important to me. When I first moved here I found delis intimidating but then I realized that much like the doctor, there’s no possible thing I could say to my deli guy that he hasn’t heard before. So it’s an opportunity to fully embrace my own desires and order the sandwich of my dreams, no matter what sandwich expectations I unconsciously hold.

Here’s mine. I order it cold. It’s a little spicy, bright, and crunchy. No mayo. That’s because I hate mayo. That’s just me!

Roll or hero

Salsalito turkey

Muenster cheese

Banana peppers

Lettuce

Spicy mustard

Oil & vinegar

Avocado optional but good