"I hear that Twinkies can survive a nuclear war. But American supermarkets have Australian beer. Why its weird: Vegemite is extremely salty for those of us not used to it. The cookie is perfectly crunchy, the chocolate extremely smooth, and the filling melts nicely in your mouth. Foreign countries aren't always going to eat or even sell the same foods as you're used to, and that's okay. Photo courtesy of raspberricupcakes on flickr.com. Instead of gummy worms, Australia has Killer Pythons, and they are no joke. Limited-time offer! But hey, they are full of nitrates that improve blood pressure and brain activity, so just embrace your temporarily purple tongue and eat beets as the Australians do. Instead, you have two options: espresso and instant. Lets be real, theres hardly anything better than snacking. They also come in a chicken flavor, which sounds weird, but admittedly were pretty into it. 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. Chocolate, caramel, and cute animals need we say more? Fantales are another candy we are dying to add to our sweet tooth repertoire. Not every cut can be filet mignon. Saveur Magazine reported that the first recipe dates back to 1917. A photo posted by PopUpDiningKL Travel (@popupdiningkltravel) on Apr 22, 2016 at 1:19am PDT. , most Australians think eating peanut butter and jelly is as gross as eating bologna and glue. You can even find it on many kids menus in popular restaurants, it is so universally loved. Yes, they are mostly pure crap, of course, but hey it is America! Talk about the best of both worlds. Yes, really! Just dont touch anything!!! The candy is made up of shredded coconut, cherries and coated in dark chocolate. We think that officially means you can snack on a bag of these, instead of grabbing McDonalds at lunch. 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. Australians take great pride in their coffee culture. 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?! 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. 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. For a savory breakfast to go option, nothing is better than some Jimmy in the morning! Time. This snack is taking American candy to the next level, and we couldnt be more jealous. Should be called sugar-tart, really but then where is the fun in that! Jelly is a dessert. So fingers crossed Tim Tams make their way to cookie aisles everywhere. What? "Australia is a land of coffee culture, so much that when your flagship Americanism that is Starbucks came to the end of the world, it failed miserably," explained Hai Ling W Pole on this Quora thread. Jam is what you put on your toast/sandwich," Grace from Queensland explained to INSIDER. We found foods there that leave us with some serious cravings. It spreads easily, pairs great with peanut butter (hell yea to that fluffer-nutter), and takes the necessity of a campfire out of a smore. How this is not in stores baffles me. Follow along with my adventures daily by following my social pages below! Instead of going for that Aussie meat pie or sausage roll at 3 am, this is where it is at. For Aussies, it should be "peanut butter and jam." "PB&J is peanut butter and JAM, not jelly. Macca's Chicken and Cheese. Theyre simple, mess-free, and (as with most of these items) can go with anything and still be awesome. 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. 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. AKA breaded covered wieners straight from heaven! They were more like baby 44 gallon drums! 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. Anywhere you travel abroad, you're going to have to somewhatstart to eat as the natives do. 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. They are famous for their coffee shops and cafs, so you better get used to ordering a long black or a flat white to get your daily caffeine fix. Were also pretty sure this is what unicorns live on daily. But whats normal to those in the US, might be strange to other people around the world. Austalia is missing this American food and needs it ASAP! Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. Single. Probably more than most people because my parents have a weird obsession with them. According to Australians, PB&J is supposed to be peanut butter and jam. *Sigh* The candy is made from Dairy Milk chocolate and then filled with a gooey caramel filling. Though not as fresh as from a waffle maker, these frozen Frisbees hit the waffle spot. hatever snack you fancy, its safe to say the U.S. has no shortage of options. Mixed opinions or not, if you want a condiment, it's not going to be in Australia. In fact, Australians INSIDER spoke to seemed repulsed by it. 5. Also, each morsel wrapper has a trivia question on it making them a perfect party staple. The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. Its buttered toast with rainbow sprinkles. (Dont worry we wont tell.) The most delicious marinated Mexican meat that ever lived. A photo posted by Eva Corsini (@eva_candy_corsini) on Sep 22, 2016 at 7:16am PDT. Yes, the snack is controversial, but keep an open mind. Once I discovered this magical snack, my roommates and I polished off a box a day. But try explaining that to an Australian and their face will say it all. This dessert is perfect for tea time, an afternoon snack, or an after-dinner dessert. Sure, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all delicious, but there is something magical about eating for pure and mindless joy. I sometimes forget that geographically Australia is very close to Asia so there is a lot of Asian food. 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. Why they love it: The way I understand it, fairy bread is the hallmark of party food in Australia. Unfortunately, they can rip your fillings out if you down an entire bag. Luckily, thats where the Chicken and Cheese comes in. Tea time in America (if thats even a thing) will never be the same. Markets and restaurants always had kangaroo burgers, filets and skewers. They can be filled with any number of ingredients, but normally they are filled with cheese or even spaghetti. Ive had it, and when diluted this way, its actually pretty tasty. For Aussies, it should be "peanut butter and jam.". Some of the most popular takeaway snacks in Australia are hand-sized meat pies. Although this might be more of a pride thing for Australians a simple Flat White will do (though we should note that, Bacon in America is technically made from pork belly, while, "Literally no food on their menu would remind an Australian of home. Why we love it: Hersheys chocolate is more convenient than anything. Whats the perfect food to munch on, though? The standard response to asking for any of these sauces and dips was Is aioli okay? Every. Add a side of rice and beans and Ole! Fill those syrup traps up with butter and some maple goodness and you are good to go! You can thank marketers of Angelus Marshmallows for that. By adding your email you agree to get updates about Spoon University Healthier. Photo courtesy of AndrewFiler on flickr.com. American bacon is not bacon! To say we are counting down the minutes until these make it over to our shelves would be an understatement. Add some whip cream on top and you are in sweet pumpkin heaven. Its light texture and sugary, vanilla taste make eating it off a spoon feel like putting a cloud of confection in your mouth. According to the companys website, all of the milk ingredients are locally sourced. The upside, however, is that each candy is wrapped in an embarrassing moment to help remember why youll always need the sweet snack. This is on the top of my list of American that is missing in Australia. 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. She still likes to eat them and will admit to their versatility, but, understandably, pretzels are dry, salty, and a bit underwhelming. Weve all experienced the serious lock jaw that a spoonful of peanut butter can cause. If you like cherry cordials, think of Cherry Ripe as their much cooler cousin from down-under. Do you enjoy burning your mouth so hard that you get a blister? But this cream-filled sponge cake with a "never-ending expiration date" is a beloved food item since 1930 in America. "PB&J is peanut butter and JAM, not jelly. Why its weird: Theres nothing weird about Tim Tams, but youd be hard pressed to find a cookie here that lives up to it. Mark us down as official grilled cheese converts. According to the locals, not only does the savory flavor grow on you, the trick is to use the right proportions. It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. March 30th, 2016. 8 Ways Moving Home After Living Abroad is Annoying, Living Abroad During the 2016 Presidential Election, An American Down Under: 15 MORE Ways Your Life Changes When You Move to Australia The Sequel, Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window), 10 Yummy On-The-Go Snacks for Busy Moms . A photo posted by Ara (@aradelatorre) on Sep 5, 2016 at 5:27am PDT. 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. You tryna be tricky? Australia has lamb, America has carne asada! That email doesn't look right. 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. Amazon.com. People universally tend to like pretzels. You can literally eat them whenever, but the most highly recommended is dipped in your afternoon tea or coffee. Just watch it in the microwave as these puppies tend to become exploding cheese bombs. Beet chips are even a norm, whereas we can usually only find them at trendy health-food stores. Or, who are we kidding, have a bit of both. Win, win! I felt obligated to include this one as Tim Tams are only the most talked about Australian cookies in existence. The spread is made of brewers yeast, vegetables, and spices. For all of you that get a McChicken with cheese, Australia would quite literally be heaven for you. End up coming out with six; all a different brand, flavor, and level of smoothness. This is on the top of my list of American that is missing in Australia. The good news is the company is slowly becoming more global. 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. Australia has lamb, America has carne asada! Why they love it: Tim Tams are fantastic, and theres no reason the whole world shouldnt love these. 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. It doesnt quite taste like real coffee and I am still convinced you have to drink four cups of it to get the same effect as one cup of drip coffee. Why we love it: Few things come closer to heavenly perfection than peanut butter. That email doesn't look right. Roasting marshmallows around the camp fire and pairing it with an overload of Hersheys plain chocolate is a classic all-American past time, and its hard not to be nostalgic about it. Australias Violet Crumble is fresh honeycomb and toffee covered in chocolate. Its cheap as hell you can buy a bulk supply for under $2 and really easy to hack. Why we love it: Ramen is the perfect meal for a broke college student. Oh, and, Australians take great pride in their coffee culture. Aioli does not go with everything Australia. 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. Why we love it: WHAT?!? There are certain foods that we Americans just gravitate towards like juicy burgers, crispy fries, and stacked ice cream cones. They essentially taste like flavor-blasted goldfish but instead are shaped like hexagonal Cheez-Its. Thanks to Australias wine country, drinking wine becomes the affordable norm. Regardless, everyone around me loved it. Remember everyone: this is not a definitive list. Its hard not to be overwhelmed when confronted with the stuff at the grocery store. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. Eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in America is different than eating one in Australia for one very important reason: jelly versus jam. We put it on everything, and, admittedlyfor those not too familiar with its texture, it can be pretty hard to handle. When you went over to a birthday party (or if there was a celebration), fairy bread was most probably lining the rainbow party plates. Typically they are filled with minced meat and gravy. Happy snacking! Australian cut bacon just does not cut it, I am sorry, but its fact. 15. Another American food Australia is missing is the most addicting type of fish you will ever eat. By adding your email you agree to get updates about Spoon University Healthier. I'll bet their coffee is awful too," said Quora user Richard Russell in this thread. I did spot Sarsaparilla soda from time to time at Coles, but nothing is like the deliciousness of Dads or A&W root beer. Growing up in the States, sprinkles always went on gooey ice cream, fluffy cupcakes, or mixed into cake batter. Okay, I wouldnt go as far as saying kangaroo was a regular part of my diet, but it definitely was for some people. 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. Also, why is it orange?" 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. Who in their right mind puts those two things together?" I am pretty sure I only ate two sandwiches in my time in Australia that didnt have beets on them. Why its weird: Despite the fond memories, this one I have to agree with. Cherry Ripe is manufactured by Cadbury Australia and is now the countrys oldest chocolate bar. We grew up on root beer float parties as adults and vanilla vodka floats as kidshmm. 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." In the same fashion, there are foods that my Australian roommate introduced me to which definitely made me scratch my head at first. Jacquie from Queensland told INSIDER. Dont hate, guys. The cheese flavored corn chip pack all of the savory flavor without most of the mess, plus theyre even bigger in size. A photo posted by Raf (@velocirafftor) on Sep 21, 2016 at 4:32pm PDT. 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. So, uh Twix, Snickers, why are you holding out on us? There are certain foods that we Americans just gravitate towards like juicy burgers, crispy fries, and stacked ice cream cones. Sorry Oreos, but we have fallen in love with a different sandwich cookie the Tim Tam. Lamingtons are easily Australias most quintessential snack cake. 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. Australia uses garlic aioli (literally garlic homemade mayo) on everything and I've never been happier. 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. If you are a broke student or a drunk mess, Tina Burritos are always perfect to grab from your freezer. #momlife #momhumor #dadlife #dadhumor #parenthood #parenthumor #parentingmemes #momreels #5yearsold #kids #mommy #dinnertonight #dinnertime #parentproblems #boymomlife #boymom, Young love, innocence and learning body parts hah #momlife #momhumor #dadhumor #dadlife #parenting #parentingtips #parentingmemes #momvibes #momreels #parentlife #kidsofinstagram #mommyhood #dancing #love #kidlove, Same mess every day in his room. Plus, the consistency is a turn-off. A photo posted by Catherine Hooper (@thecatherinesarah) on Sep 20, 2016 at 10:19pm PDT. Other people tend to dive elbow deep into some salty chips. YESSS! The corn-based snack really does taste like a cheeseburger. I think every kid in America could live off this blue box. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. But who cares..you can take my house, just dont take MY BACON!!! So fabulous, you totally forget about the bathroom problems it will cause you right after you eat it. When I was first introduced to them I immediately went on to Amazon to have them shipped over, but the price was not as appealing as the snack itself. Here is something most kids grew up on in America as the quick to-go breakfast pastry. But, whats that sayingdont knock it til you try it? My biggest regret when I arrived in Australia was not saying a sweet enough goodbye to American coffee before I left. Going in for one jar? The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. and the apocarotenal that gives it a yellow-orange pigment. Australia took the classic snack to the next level with Cheezels. 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. And whatever snack you fancy, its safe to say the U.S. has no shortage of options. Because you know, sometimes you just cant buy that nice piece of steak that doesnt need any sauce. I mean come on, little cookies pieces as your breakfast cereal? But I have not nearly reached Australian-level beet consumption. Though sometimes they also include ingredients like cheese, onions, or mushrooms as well. But whats normal to those in the US, might be strange to other people around the world. Their value chicken sandwich is a Chicken and Cheese, which is basically a McChicken with a slice of cheese. As an added bonus, they come in the fun shape of the classic Australian animal, a koala. PUMPKIN AS A DESSERT!! The most delicious marinated Mexican meat that ever lived. But, in terms of enjoying quality chocolate, sometimes you just need a luxuriously silky Lindt chocolate truffle to love you instead of the powdery fake stuff. Once toasted, these guys hit that sugary spot because well.. it is practically all sugar!! Cans? 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. It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. Minty, refreshing, and a label you can read. I cant fathom it being a sole topping on un-toasted toast. Our bacon just happens to naturally come with all that juicy bacon grease that is a leading cause of house fires. Pumpkin as a dessert? maybe switch that around. Samantha from Queensland asked INSIDER. Its pretty unique that we can instantly turn air-dried blocks of noodles into steaming hot bowls of soup. It is delightful and no, you do not need to be celebrating Thanksgiving to enjoy it! Pretzels, you say? Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. However, be warned that when you return to America, youre only getting aioli with your fries at very classy establishments. Even tackling your first foreign grocery store is a battle on its own. Either way, Paula Dean would be proud. Because of this, w. ere diving deeper to find out what foods Americans eat that Australians dont. They literally put beets on or with everythingpizza, sandwiches, salads, eggs, cheese plates. Instant coffee is, to put it lightly, the Natty of coffees. If youre not trying to spend $7 on a kebab after youre already pricey night out, youll most likely find your drunk-self chowing down at Maccas. Photo courtesy of WindellOskay on flickr.com. Why its weird: This one I found pretty interesting because fluffisnt really an American thing, so much as it is a New England thing. Yeah, pretzels make this list, but thats not to say she hated them. A photo posted by Raf (@velocirafftor) on Sep 21, 2016 at 4:32pm PDT. Lets be real, theres hardly anything better than. Besides being unfamiliar with it, my roommate couldnt give too much of an explanation for the strangeness of this one. Well, so are their snacks. So what is it about Starbucks coffee that turns Australians off? "Literally no food on their menu would remind an Australian of home. If you go to Australia and happen to fall in love with Vegemite, be sure to bring a few jars home because it's priced like caviar in America. These little crackers are the perfect mix of cheese and salt, making them difficult to just have a few. So when Starbucks tried to expand within the continent, mutiple reports saidit fell flat. 7. Why they love it: Oh, Vegemite. Anzac Biscuits are made with oats, flour, butter, sugar, and coconut. If you still wanted to eat this adorable Australian-native after making friends with it at a wildlife reserve, you could definitely enjoy it daily. Because of their long history, they are made around ANZAC day and are sold to fundraisers for Service Associations around Australia and New Zealand. Its hard to deny that Americans love their deep fried food, large portion sizes, and fast-food chains. Although I would never go for it in America, sushi in train stations or street stands is pretty much the norm in Australia. Though the chain definitely channels Australia, many Australians said that they aren't fans. Its also more expensive than their local cafes. Even if it was, it would not by any means disqualify the wonders that any of the above and a cheesy movie on Netflix can do for the soul. 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.