Australia

A witchetty grub is the larva of the witchetty bush cricket, considered a delicacy by some Indigenous Australians. It is high in protein and is usually eaten either raw or cooked. The raw grubs have a nutty flavor, while the cooked grubs taste like scrambled eggs.  The traditional way of cooking witchetty grubs is to …

Barbecue snags are a type of Australian sausage, generally prepared using beef, pork, garlic, and onions. Normally thick in texture with a mild flavour, barbecue snags are usually served along with mashed potatoes, grilled onions, tomato sauce, barbecue sauce, chutneys and loaves of artisanal bread on the side. It can also be eaten as a …

Pavlova is a meringue-based dessert originating from Australia or New Zealand. It has a crispy texture outside and gooey from the inside. Piled up with fruits and whipped cream within, Pavlova is relatively easy to prepare.  It is served as a celebratory dessert both in Australia and New Zealand, and chefs around the world have …

Australia is the smallest continent in the world, but at the same time the sixth largest country. The British only colonized Australia in the early 18th century whereas the indigenous population have been living there for over 40,000 years. Although the continent is a mixture of nationalities and cultures, there is a wide variety of …

Kangaroo meat is produced in Australia and is generally prepared by roasting, slow-cooking or stir-frying. This red meat can either be directly consumed or sliced and added to a salad or can also be eaten with rice and vegetables. Kangaroo meat has a tendency to dry out very rapidly, which is why it is generally …

Anzac biscuits are one of those sweet treats that just defines Australia due to its rich history and continued adoration by the Aussies. If you’re Australian and just want to find out the history of Anzac biscuits or you’re planning a big Aussie vacation, it’s fascinating to read about the rich cultural history of the …

The Pie Floater is an Australian dish which is essentially a quality meat pie turned upside down in a bowl then topped with a ladle of hot and preferably thick pea and ham soup, it’s that simple. Made famous in Adelaide, South Australia the origins of the famous Pie Floater are said to lay with …

Crocodile skewers are a great representation of Australian food, they’ve got everything from the epitomic animal to the clichéd BBQ! In the Southern US, particularly in states such as Florida and Louisiana, alligator Kebabs are cooked in much the same way. So whichever meat you can get your hands on, the result will be pretty similar. …