If you study abroad in Australia, you will soon discover that pretzels are hard to find and Im not sure I ever saw a package of Goldfish. The combination of fried cornmeal with a hot dog made with who knows what is actually much more appetizing than it sounds. But hey, after a few weeks, I knew to ask for aioli with my fries (or should I say "chips") rather than confuse the shit out of any more Aussie waiters. Australia is missing this creamy mozzarella cheese and pepperonis all stuffed within a baked dough for your instant pizza pleasure. Grits, Starbucks does serve a Flat White that experts say is rather good, bacon in Australia includes pork belly with a lean cut of pig loin thats. 16 American Foods that Australia is Missing and Needs Right Away Although this might be more of a pride thing for Australians a simple Flat White will do (though we should note that Starbucks does serve a Flat White that experts say is rather good). Its cheap as hell you can buy a bulk supply for under $2 and really easy to hack. "It has an unnatural consistency. So fingers crossed Tim Tams make their way to cookie aisles everywhere. When you are a broke college student like the rest of us, you drink boxed winemore affectionately known as goon. If youre in luck, you can find some quality goon starting around $AU7, which is about $5.20. "I had an American friend make a weird dish with sweet potatoes and marshmallows. A photo posted by Ara (@aradelatorre) on Sep 5, 2016 at 5:27am PDT. Why its weird: Fairy bread is that snack that is made of totally normal and not shocking ingredients, but once you put them all together it sounds kind of questionable. I did spot Sarsaparilla soda from time to time at Coles, but nothing is like the deliciousness of Dads or A&W root beer. Even tackling your first foreign grocery store is a battle on its own. Luckily, there was a heavenly alternative: Pizza Shapes. A photo posted by PopUpDiningKL Travel (@popupdiningkltravel) on Apr 22, 2016 at 1:19am PDT. Anywhere you travel abroad, you're going to have to somewhatstart to eat as the natives do. For the most part, these foods tend to be popular worldwide, and theyre staples that even the most jaded of travelers can enjoy when they visit the States. She still likes to eat them and will admit to their versatility, but, understandably, pretzels are dry, salty, and a bit underwhelming. Photo courtesy of WindellOskay on flickr.com. According to the locals, not only does the savory flavor grow on you, the trick is to use the right proportions. Luckily, if theres one thing Australia knows how to do its espresso. We suggest two parts butter, to one part vegemite. Minty, refreshing, and a label you can read. It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. Another American food Australia is missing is the most addicting type of fish you will ever eat. The treat has been around since the early 1900s, and is usually a staple of childrens birthday parties. For all of you that get a McChicken with cheese, Australia would quite literally be heaven for you. I cant fathom it being a sole topping on un-toasted toast. Though I am sure the bowl you put it in will have a higher nutritional value than the actual mac, it is one yummy fake mac and cheese treat. Photo courtesy of frankieLeon on flickr.com. They also come in a chicken flavor, which sounds weird, but admittedly were pretty into it. Add a side of rice and beans and Ole! You can even find it on many kids menus in popular restaurants, it is so universally loved. Add to this the multitude of flavors (shrimp, beef, chicken, and so much more) and its hard not to be taken aback by these little packets of goodness. Fairy bread has a magical name and an even more dazzling taste. Macca's Chicken and Cheese. Eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in America is different than eating one in Australia for one very important reason: jelly versus jam. For the most part, these foods tend to be popular worldwide, and they're staples that even the most jaded of travelers can enjoy when they visit the States. Sure, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all delicious, but there is something magical about eating for pure and mindless joy. Markets and restaurants always had kangaroo burgers, filets and skewers. With the almost 40,000 products that can be observed in an American grocery store, it is safe to say there were many American foods that I noticed Australia needed. I especially love pairing them with hummus full of protein and flavor, it can be taken to the lib in a little baggie for that all-nighter. It is impossible NOT to turn into the red finger bandit after demolishing a bag. Why we love it: Ramen is the perfect meal for a broke college student. Jack from Queensland told INSIDER. Chocolate, caramel, and cute animals need we say more? According to the companys site, 53 million packets are sold a year in Australia. When you went over to a birthday party (or if there was a celebration), fairy bread was most probably lining the rainbow party plates. I guess when you walk into a grocery store and see one item in 50 different forms, you expect it to be pretty out of this world. as well as other partner offers and accept our, Its hard to deny that Americans love their deep fried food, large portion sizes, and fast-food chains. I am pretty sure I only ate two sandwiches in my time in Australia that didnt have beets on them. OMG bacon! Also, why is it orange?" So fabulous, you totally forget about the bathroom problems it will cause you right after you eat it. Oh, and they do actually expire, for what it's worth. that the first recipe dates back to 1917. that the marshmallow company aimed to develop recipes designed "to encourage home cooks to embrace the candy as an everyday ingredient" and this would hopefully boost sales. Cherry Ripe is manufactured by Cadbury Australia and is now the countrys oldest chocolate bar. They have been around since the mid-1900s and were originally used to get rid of excess fruit in the region. The standard response to asking for any of these sauces and dips was Is aioli okay? Every. We dont know about you, but closing off the ends to leave all the warm filling inside sounds like the best idea since, well, sliced bread. Austalia is missing this American food and needs it ASAP! 10 Foods That Are Different in Australia Than in America - Spoon University There are certain foods that we Americans just gravitate towards like juicy burgers, crispy fries, and stacked ice cream cones. No, that is not slang for something else, but instead a buttery biscuit and juicy sausage that makes your day seem like it is going to be totally fabulous. Its hard not to be overwhelmed when confronted with the stuff at the grocery store. Yes, the snack is controversial, but keep an open mind. Just dont touch anything!!! My question isat that point, are you even eating Vegemite or just butter? Quit looking for Burnett's and Goldfish and head straight for the goon and Shapes. You might be new to the world of savory pies, but trust us once you try one, you might never go back to sweet. It is delightful and no, you do not need to be celebrating Thanksgiving to enjoy it! The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. In fact, Australians INSIDER spoke to seemed repulsed by it. Jam is what you put on your toast/sandwich," Grace from Queensland explained to INSIDER. Australians love Vegemite because its a quick, easy spread to top off your morning toast, and, despite all the sodium, is actually jammed full of B vitamins. Sorry Oreos, but we have fallen in love with a different sandwich cookie the Tim Tam. Instead of going for that Aussie meat pie or sausage roll at 3 am, this is where it is at. Zap it in the microwave, saut some vegetables and meat on the side, add some chives and there you have it: a pretty dope ass meal, cooked in under 10 minutes. Because of this, were diving deeper to find out what foods Americans eat that Australians dont. This is definitely on the top of my food bucket list. You didnt really think we wouldnt put Vegemite on here, did you? All Rights Reserved, 9 Lansdowne Street, Suite 2Boston, MA 02215, drinking wine becomes the affordable norm, A photo posted by PopUpDiningKL Travel (@popupdiningkltravel), A photo posted by Catherine Hooper (@thecatherinesarah), A photo posted by Eva Corsini (@eva_candy_corsini). Its pretty unique that we can instantly turn air-dried blocks of noodles into steaming hot bowls of soup. Its also more expensive than their local cafes. Why we love it: Fluff is literally melted, whipped marshmallow in a jar. Thats alarming," replied Jack when we asked his thoughts on Twinkies. Foods Americans Eat That Australians Would Never - Insider According to the companys website, all of the milk ingredients are locally sourced. How Australians survive without root beer blows my mind! Fill those syrup traps up with butter and some maple goodness and you are good to go! It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. Its popular in Australia as a snack for kids, but we will take any excuse to eat rainbow sprinkles on the daily. Once toasted, these guys hit that sugary spot because well.. it is practically all sugar!! "Our signature yellow and orange cheese really freaks Australians out," said Quora user Brian Collins, But this cream-filled sponge cake with a ", " is a beloved food item since 1930 in America. Plus, the consistency is a turn-off. Why we love it: Few things come closer to heavenly perfection than peanut butter. We found foods there that leave us with some serious cravings. Due to a complicated mess of taxes put on liquor in Australia, you can expect to pay an arm and a leg for the same fifth of vodka you could get in The States for $9.99. His excuse is that it takes him hours to build it all.. he doesnt have time or energy to pick it all 5 year old are fun #kids #momlife #momsofinstagram #dadlife #parenting #parentingtips #parenthood_moments #cleaningmotivation #playrooms #momhumor #dadhumour #dadhumor, moving back home to America from Aussieland. Or, who are we kidding, have a bit of both. However, be warned that when you return to America, youre only getting aioli with your fries at very classy establishments. They essentially taste like flavor-blasted goldfish but instead are shaped like hexagonal Cheez-Its. Australia took the classic snack to the next level with Cheezels. Theyre simple, mess-free, and (as with most of these items) can go with anything and still be awesome. Basically, youd be hard-pressed to find it anywhere else, and its one of those cultural things that shes never really been able to get over. , most Australians think eating peanut butter and jelly is as gross as eating bologna and glue. The Australians say to really enjoy it you have to coat a piece of toast in butter and then put a thin layer of Vegemite on it. They are grilled sandwiches that are closed at the ends. This one cracks me upbecause it still manages to find its way into every youre from Australia?! Some go for sweet and grab that secret sleeve of cookies hidden in the back of the cupboard. Why its weird: They werent weird for my roommate so much as anti-climatic. #momlife #dadlife #parenthood #parentingtips #parentingmemes #momreels #parentingreels #friendshipgoals #partnergoals, The welcoming speech from the pilot is always so informative there is not one single flight I dont have to bug someone around me to ask if what was just said was important lol #travel #flying #airplanes #pilots #pilotlife #thisisthecaptainspeaking #traveling #travelmemes #travelreels #traveljokes #travelhumor #humor, Typical conversation with my 5 year old that goes no where! According to this Washington Post article, most Australians think eating peanut butter and jelly is as gross as eating bologna and glue. But American supermarkets have Australian beer. Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. If you go to Australia and happen to fall in love with Vegemite, be sure to bring a few jars home because its priced like caviar in America. We love our flaming hot in America, and adding this red messy powder to Cheetos just doesnt get any better. "Our signature yellow and orange cheese really freaks Australians out," said Quora user Brian Collins in this thread. As an added bonus, they come in the fun shape of the classic Australian animal, a koala. To say we are counting down the minutes until these make it over to our shelves would be an understatement. You can literally eat them whenever, but the most highly recommended is dipped in your afternoon tea or coffee. The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. Even with the heartbreaking decision to get rid of the dollar menu, a McChicken is still cheaper in America. "Labelling random American food as Australian tends to annoy us much more than it really should,"said Quora user Josh Duck. By clicking Sign up, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider What? Australia has lamb, America has carne asada! So, uh Twix, Snickers, why are you holding out on us? Dried apricot, peach filling, and milk chocolate come together to make FruChocs. This snack is taking American candy to the next level, and we couldnt be more jealous. Ive had it, and when diluted this way, its actually pretty tasty. Their snack game puts ours to shame. So when Starbucks tried to expand within the continent, mutiple reports saidit fell flat. Nonetheless, they are still hot on the American market, and almost every dorm I visit has a pile of them teetering behind some locked cabinet. I know McDonalds is different in every country, but what I didnt know is that a McChicken at Maccaswhat Aussies nicknamed our beloved Mickey Dsis $AU5. Ive made it my mission to give you the first glimpse into these cultural food differences, so here we go. I'll bet their coffee is awful too," said Quora user Richard Russell, "Labelling random American food as Australian tends to annoy us much more than it really should,", According to this Washington Post article. Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. A photo posted by Eva Corsini (@eva_candy_corsini) on Sep 22, 2016 at 7:16am PDT. Tea time in America (if thats even a thing) will never be the same. The gummy candy comes in a rainbow of fruit flavors and is just as chewy as its U.S. counterpart, only much, much bigger. The sweet treat is made of squares of sponge cake filled with strawberry jam or cream, then coated in a thin layer of chocolate and coconut. The cheese flavored corn chip pack all of the savory flavor without most of the mess, plus theyre even bigger in size. The upside, however, is that each candy is wrapped in an embarrassing moment to help remember why youll always need the sweet snack. They literally put beets on or with everythingpizza, sandwiches, salads, eggs, cheese plates. I would rather eat oats for brekky," said Jack. All Rights Reserved, 9 Lansdowne Street, Suite 2Boston, MA 02215, luxuriously silky Lindt chocolate truffle, Fairy bread is basically just white bread, The Instagram Accounts Every Donut Lover Should Be Following, 11 Reasons Why Harrisonburg Needs a Trader Joes ASAP. Either way, Paula Dean would be proud. So what is it about Starbucks coffee that turns Australians off? Why its weird: Theres nothing weird about Tim Tams, but youd be hard pressed to find a cookie here that lives up to it. Probably because it is completely different, but still. Australia needs this food ASAP! Well, that would be the canola oil that keeps cheese in a can from solidifying and the apocarotenal that gives it a yellow-orange pigment. Saveur also reported that the marshmallow company aimed to develop recipes designed "to encourage home cooks to embrace the candy as an everyday ingredient" and this would hopefully boost sales. Its hard to deny that Americans love their deep fried food, large portion sizes, and fast-food chains. You tryna be tricky? But try explaining that to an Australian and their face will say it all. I think every kid in America could live off this blue box. Fairy bread is basically just white breadlathered with butter and dusted with hundreds and thousands of sprinkles. When you're getting ready to go abroad, someone somewhere is probably going to tell you "OMG you have to try this" or "I heard they eat this there." I felt obligated to include this one as Tim Tams are only the most talked about Australian cookies in existence. Luckily, thats where the Chicken and Cheese comes in. A photo posted by Raf (@velocirafftor) on Sep 21, 2016 at 4:32pm PDT. and can be used in a variety of fun meals. Iced Vovos are biscuits topped with pink icing, raspberry jam, and then sprinkled with coconut. Why its weird: This one I found pretty interesting because fluffisnt really an American thing, so much as it is a New England thing. Jelly is a dessert. If you went to summer camp or just grew up with junk-food loving parents, youve probably made a smore at one point in your life. This snack is taking American candy to the next level, and we couldnt be more jealous. Personally, we vote all three. People universally tend to like pretzels. The good news is the company is slowly becoming more global. Should be called sugar-tart, really but then where is the fun in that! He did not hesitate to jump in and get #iphones #sewersofinstagram #manholecover #sewers #teenagers #teenagermemes #momlife #lol #lolmemes #funnyvideos #funnyreels, Are you having any fun?! We grew up on root beer float parties as adults and vanilla vodka floats as kidshmm. Then again, I guess her fluff is our Vegemite. Its buttered toast with rainbow sprinkles. For more great stories, head to INSIDERs homepage. Anzac Biscuits are made with oats, flour, butter, sugar, and coconut. Bonus! Australia has lamb, America has carne asada! Talk about the best of both worlds. Not only does it taste good, its also versatile AF and is great for on-the-go snacking, which means that America, home to every major fast food chain out there, is the perfect place for it. Going in for one jar? According to a CNBC report, Starbucks doesnt fit Australians' tastes because the company serves sweeter coffee options than Australians prefer. By adding your email you agree to get updates about Spoon University Healthier. 5 American Foods That Scare Australians and Vice Versa - Spoon University Because you know, sometimes you just cant buy that nice piece of steak that doesnt need any sauce. Carne Asada. This is just a personal American food that I love, though I know still popular amongst many adults. This is on the top of my list of American that is missing in Australia. While were on the topic of cheese Australians (along with some Americans) refer to pre-packaged cheese slices as "plastic cheese." That email doesn't look right. Because of this, w. ere diving deeper to find out what foods Americans eat that Australians dont. American bacon is not bacon! Perfect, then these pizza treats are for you. maybe switch that around. I'm an American wholived in Australia for several months, so to learn more, I asked my Australian friends and dug through some Quora threads to find out what foods Americans eat that Australians would never touch. The one thing everyone is told before they go to Australia: stock up on duty-free booze at the airport because you wont be able to afford it once you get there. Happy snacking! Instead of gummy worms, Australia has. Who doesnt love a good cheese puff? Not to mention that when you ask what it is, the most straight forward answer youll receive is yeast byproduct, which, Im sorry, just does not sound appetizing. We just need to know when these Australian snacks are coming to our stateside grocery stores. Amazon.com. These little crackers are the perfect mix of cheese and salt, making them difficult to just have a few. But whats normal to those in the US, might be strange to other people around the world. Pods are crispy wafers filled with famous Mars candies like Snickers and Twix bars. Definitely not the main attraction at the circus. However, I have to defend Vegemite here, because Americans have this crazy perception that all Australians are just eating it in globs off of a spoon, and maybe some hardos are, but in reality, its eaten in small quantities mixed with butter. But, whats that sayingdont knock it til you try it? This is on the top of my list of American that is missing in Australia. and the apocarotenal that gives it a yellow-orange pigment. Its too crispy and it doesnt taste good, Stephanie from Queensland told INSIDER. Beet chips are even a norm, whereas we can usually only find them at trendy health-food stores. They are made up of two biscuits filled with creme and then dipped in chocolate. Yes, they are mostly pure crap, of course, but hey it is America! The cookie is perfectly crunchy, the chocolate extremely smooth, and the filling melts nicely in your mouth. The brand prides itself in having a wide range of flavors that include everything from Nacho Cheese to Margherita Pizza. We like to think these treats count toward our daily servings of fruit, and we will eat as many as it takes. They have been around since World War I because they travel and store well on naval ships and military bases. If you like cherry cordials, think of Cherry Ripe as their much cooler cousin from down-under. It pairs nicely with our favorite snack foods (celery, crackers, sliced apples, etc.) Though not as fresh as from a waffle maker, these frozen Frisbees hit the waffle spot. But in the US, it's a staple for sandwiches and burgers. Their value chicken sandwich is a Chicken and Cheese, which is basically a McChicken with a slice of cheese. Besides being unfamiliar with it, my roommate couldnt give too much of an explanation for the strangeness of this one. Why its weird: As explained by my roomie, this one has more to do with Americas obsession with the spread than with the peanut butter itself. Everyone has heard horror stories of gas station sushi, so I am always hesitant to eat sushi from unfamiliar places in the U.S. According to Australians, PB&J is supposed to be peanut butter and jam. But who cares..you can take my house, just dont take MY BACON!!! They have all the savory cheese flavor of U.S. versions but come in a fun ring shape so playing with your food is even easier. For a savory breakfast to go option, nothing is better than some Jimmy in the morning! And whatever snack you fancy, its safe to say the U.S. has no shortage of options. Disclaimer: I never actually tried it, I only smelled it but that was more than enough to make me gag. Its healthy. Growing up in the States, sprinkles always went on gooey ice cream, fluffy cupcakes, or mixed into cake batter. Though Belvita breakfast crackers are a decent substitute, nothing equals to the original graham cracker smore! They are the classic staple of chewy bite-sized caramel pieces covered in chocolate, and we could probably polish off an entire bag in one sitting. Bacon in America is technically made from pork belly, while bacon in Australia includes pork belly with a lean cut of pig loin thats not cooked until crispy.