Fall in Love with the New Croque Madame from Deli by Chele

Acclaimed Chef Chele Gonzalez kicks off the new year with another lavish deli-style sandwich at Deli by Chele bannered by his specialty NY Style Pastrami, fresh-baked sourdough and premium gourmet ingredients executed with his elegant signature culinary touch. Meet the new Croque Madame at Deli by Chele...

Chef Chele Gonzalez reimagines the classic French croque madame with his own lavish spin using the NY Style Pastrami at Deli by Chele as the flavorful and savory base for his newest creation. Known for its wide selection of gourmet deli style sandwiches, Deli by Chele takes the traditional ham and cheese duo to the next level with his version upgrade of the enduring Croque Madame for the latest in a long line of indulgent deli-style sandwich creations (for more on Deli by Chele, see my posts Breakfast is Served. At Deli by Chele with the New All-Day Dining & Breakfast Signatures Menu... from late last year, Nostalgic Flavors Recreated with the New Spanish Chorizo Deli Sandwich from Deli by Chele from July last year, New York Via Manila: Meet the New Pastrami Fried Rice from Deli by Chele from May last year, Meatless Friday? The Feisty Fin Smoked Salmon from Deli by Chele Is Just What You Need, Now Open for Dine-In or Take-Out at Robinsons Magnolia  from early last year and Comforting Combo: Deli by Chele Introduces New Truffle Cheese Melt and Tomato Soup Pairing from 2023). 

The Croque Madame from Deli by Chele (P 270 Solo/P 495 Whole) takes the traditional elements of meat and cheese on crunchy toast and weaves its own interpretation of savory notes with the signature house-cured NY Style Pastrami. And it's another masterfully executed creation demanding an immediate visit to the nearest Deli by Chele branch (you'll find Deli by Chele at Power Plant Mall in Rockwell, The Podium in Ortigas and Robinsons Magnolia). 

From a variety of premium ingredients on fresh-baked sourdough toast, Deli by Chele offers a tempting selection of sandwiches like the Salmon and Avocado Toast (P 350)...

...with buttery salmon, creamy avocado guacamole and tart cherry tomatoes on fluffy scrambled egg on sourdough toast. It's sandwiches like this that sets Deli by Chele apart from the rest. It's always interesting to see how a chef would approach a sandwich, transforming your usual bread and toppings or filings with the very best ingredients and masterful execution. With eleven sandwich options to choose from like the NY Style Brisket Pastrami to the Pulled Pastrami Cheese Melt and Feisty Fin Smoked Salmon and Salmonand Avocado Toast, Deli by Chele takes your sandwich game up a notch. 

At Deli by Chele, each component of the sandwich is meticulously prepared combining for a unique and lavish sandwich experience coming together in one tasty bite. More than just piling an assortment of fillings slapped between two slices of bread, Deli by Chele's use of top-shelf components combine with elegant execution for a sandwich experience that's a cut above. 

The new Croque Madame is given the final touches...

...topped with a sunny side up and sprinkled with fresh spring onions for both color and flavor. The new Croque Madame at Deli by Chele is looking real good...

Chef Chele Gonzalez presents his version of the traditional and elegant Croque Madame with layers of tender NY Style Pastrami and Emmental cheese slathered in creamy Bechamel on fresh-baked and crisp sourdough toast. What makes this a classic Croque Madame and not a typical Croque Monsieur? It's the sunny side-up delicately placed on top of the sandwich. 

The origins of the French sandwich staple can be traced back suggesting a pleasant "accident" when factory workers left their lunch boxes next to a hot radiator crisping up the bread and melting the cheese for that trademark crunch and gooey cheesy finish while another points to a Paris brasserie on the Boulevard des Capucines back in 1901. Running out of baguettes, the chef simply brought out a stack of pain de mie, sliced it and layered it with ham and cheese and baked it to a golden crispness. Dubbed as croque monsieur, several variations have since delighted countless palates through the years with the croque madame emerging as another inventive spin so named as the sunny side up resembled a woman's hat. 

Whatever origin story you prefer, the Croque Madame remains an integral and flavorful chapter in sandwich lore. And this is given a fresh, contemporary and creative upgrade at Deli by Chele. It's the blend of textural contrasts and flavorful notes that define the timeless Croque Madame, and ChefChele Gonzalez nails it from his signature NY Style Pastrami to the crusty and crisp sourdough toast baked in-house. The NY Style Pastrami adds deeper and richer savory flavors than the usual ham in a traditional Croque Madame, elegantly smoothened by the Emmental, Bechamel and sunny side-up for a luxurious and comforting bite. 

Each component stands on its own, bringing its distinctive notes to the palate while complementing the other with each big bite. Chef Chele Gonzalez recreates the familiar richness and indulgence of the timeless French classic, infusing his own creative interpretation and culinary style bannered by his NY Style Pastrami. The Emmental, Bechamel and sunny side-up on crisp sourdough completes the savory cast of flavors in a seamless and elegant weave. 

The new Croque Madame from Deli by Chele is the perfect sandwich for a mid-morning brunch, a late afternoon snack or a light meal any time of day. Paired with a soothing Limonada from the Iced Tea Series of Deli by Chele, the new Croque Madame is one more reason to visit one of the metro's finest deli options. 

Cap your sumptuous meal with the indulgent Sourdough Bread Pudding (P 190) for a perfect sweet ending at Deli by Chele. 

The metro isn't short when it comes to sandwich options but Deli by Chele brings an elegant flair to the ubiquitous staple with its wide selection of tasty creations. Like the new Croque Madame. It's a welcome addition to the growing menu of gourmet deli-style Sandwiches, Meal Sets and All-Day Dining Rice Bowls at Deli by Chele. Craving for that blend of rich savory notes and a cheesy burst in a crunchy bite? The culinary team at Deli by Chele is ready and waiting for you. Fall in love with the new Croque Madame from the very first bite all the way to the last at Deli by Chele...