Introduction
When people think of Australian cuisine, they often imagine meat and two veg. But the nation that gave us Vegemite and Tim Tams has so much more to offer. The following places are popular with tourists and locals alike, but don’t be surprised if you see a local sitting at one of these tables too!
Aussie cuisine isn’t just meat and two veg.
Australian cuisine is diverse and delicious. It’s not just meat and two veg, either–there are a lot of different cuisines in Australia. The country’s multicultural population means that there are many influences on local food, including Chinese, Indian and Thai dishes. What’s more, many Aussies love their veggies (especially when they’re covered in gravy) so you’ll find plenty of vegetarian options on menus across the country as well!
On the menu…
Australian cuisine is a fusion of British, Irish and Asian food. The country’s culinary traditions have been influenced by its climate, geography and multicultural population.
There are many different cuisines in Australia, including Mediterranean-style seafood dishes; Australian Barbecue (BBQ); Chinese food including dim sum; Italian pasta dishes such as lasagne or spaghetti bolognese; Japanese sushi rolls; Korean barbequed meat dishes known as Bulgogi or Kalbi
You’ll find these cuisines all over the country but each state has its own unique style of cooking too!
The iconic meat pie is a staple at every pub.
- The iconic meat pie is a staple at every pub.
- Meat pies can be made with beef, chicken or lamb.
- They are often served hot but can also be served cold.
- Meat pies usually come with ketchup and mustard sauce on the side so you can add as much as you want!
Don’t forget dessert! It’s not called “Lamington” without reason.
If you’re planning to visit Australia, don’t forget dessert! It’s not called “Lamington” without reason: these iconic squares of sponge cake dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut are named after Lord Lamington, the Governor of Queensland who introduced them to Australia. While they may look like a simple treat on the surface, their history is actually quite interesting.
Lamingtons were first served at Government House in 1896 by Lady Lamington (the wife of Lord Lamington) as part of a luncheon honoring visiting Princess Alexandra. They became so popular that they were served at all subsequent state functions held there–and soon after spread across Australia as an essential part of any self-respecting tea or picnic basket.
It’s not butter chicken; it’s chicken tikka masala.
The dish most often associated with Indian cuisine is butter chicken. However, the dish has little to do with India and more to do with British colonialism.
In reality, chicken tikka masala was invented by a chef at an Indian restaurant in London in 1971. The chef had run out of lamb so he used chicken instead–and it was delicious! The next day he made more for the other customers who loved it so much that they requested it again and again until eventually he added it permanently on their menu as “chicken tikka.”
You’ll be surprised by how many different foods you can try in Australia.
Australian cuisine is a fusion of European, Asian and Indigenous Australian food. The country has a wide variety of foods, from meat pies to lamingtons and pavlova.
Australian cuisine has been greatly influenced by its multicultural population: many Australians have their own regional cuisines that they bring with them when they move to the country.
Conclusion
Australia is a great place to travel and experience a variety of different cultures. You can go on adventures with your friends, family or even solo if that’s what you prefer. Whether it be hiking up mountains or just exploring new places around town; there are plenty of things to do in Australia!
We hope this article has given you some inspiration on how to explore the country while staying true to your roots by trying some of their local dishes along the way. Bon Appetite!
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