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. But whats normal to those in the US, might be strange to other people around the world. 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). "From what I imagine in my head, it would taste bland and gross. 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. Though not as fresh as from a waffle maker, these frozen Frisbees hit the waffle spot. It tastes great and you can find it anywhere. So fingers crossed Tim Tams make their way to cookie aisles everywhere. But, whats that sayingdont knock it til you try it? Plus, the consistency is a turn-off. Why its weird: They werent weird for my roommate so much as anti-climatic. 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. "PB&J is peanut butter and JAM, not jelly. The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. The good news is the company is slowly becoming more global. Its hard to deny that Americans love their deep fried food, large portion sizes, and fast-food chains. 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. The brand prides itself in having a wide range of flavors that include everything from Nacho Cheese to Margherita Pizza. #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! Why they love it: Oh, Vegemite. The gummy candy comes in a rainbow of fruit flavors and is just as chewy as its U.S. counterpart, only much, much bigger. It pairs nicely with our favorite snack foods (celery, crackers, sliced apples, etc.) Some go for sweet and grab that secret sleeve of cookies hidden in the back of the cupboard. Craving even more delicious recipes? Well, so are their snacks. There are certain foods that we Americans just gravitate towards like juicy burgers, crispy fries, and stacked ice cream cones. Or, who are we kidding, have a bit of both. How this is not in stores baffles me. Instant coffee is, to put it lightly, the Natty of coffees. The bars provide a perfect level of crunch that makes a candy bar so much more mouth-watering. 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. This dessert is perfect for tea time, an afternoon snack, or an after-dinner dessert. Even with the heartbreaking decision to get rid of the dollar menu, a McChicken is still cheaper in America. The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. You can even find it on many kids menus in popular restaurants, it is so universally loved. My question isat that point, are you even eating Vegemite or just butter? Its healthy. Yes, the snack is controversial, but keep an open mind. Grits, a beloved food in the South, is ground cornmeal thats boiled and served with meals. Once I discovered this magical snack, my roommates and I polished off a box a day. The spread is made of brewers yeast, vegetables, and spices. My roommate spent a good two weeks in Australia asking everyone where she could find bottomless drip coffeeturns out it doesnt exist there. This gives it a thicker texture and, accordingto Australians, a more flavorful taste. I felt obligated to include this one as Tim Tams are only the most talked about Australian cookies in existence. "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. Thanks to Australias wine country, drinking wine becomes the affordable norm. Aioli does not go with everything Australia. But this cream-filled sponge cake with a "never-ending expiration date" is a beloved food item since 1930 in America. Its also more expensive than their local cafes. Why its weird: Vegemite is extremely salty for those of us not used to it. They have been around since the mid-1900s and were originally used to get rid of excess fruit in the region. 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. Just watch it in the microwave as these puppies tend to become exploding cheese bombs. Besides being unfamiliar with it, my roommate couldnt give too much of an explanation for the strangeness of this one. Yes, really! The most delicious marinated Mexican meat that ever lived. Samantha from Queensland asked INSIDER. For Aussies, it should be "peanut butter and jam." "PB&J is peanut butter and JAM, not jelly. Its hard not to be overwhelmed when confronted with the stuff at the grocery store. My biggest regret when I arrived in Australia was not saying a sweet enough goodbye to American coffee before I left. Anzac Biscuits are made with oats, flour, butter, sugar, and coconut. By adding your email you agree to get updates about Spoon University Healthier. 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. You might be new to the world of savory pies, but trust us once you try one, you might never go back to sweet. Cherry Ripe is manufactured by Cadbury Australia and is now the countrys oldest chocolate bar. But in the US, it's a staple for sandwiches and burgers. Its sugary and buttery, and really easy to make. In the same fashion, there are foods . Luckily, thats where the Chicken and Cheese comes in. 15. For a savory breakfast to go option, nothing is better than some Jimmy in the morning! So, uh Twix, Snickers, why are you holding out on us? Its popular in Australia as a snack for kids, but we will take any excuse to eat rainbow sprinkles on the daily. Ive made it my mission to give you the first glimpse into these cultural food differences, so here we go. Follow along with my adventures daily by following my social pages below! Quit looking for Burnett's and Goldfish and head straight for the goon and Shapes. 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. 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. Instead, you have two options: espresso and instant. Their value chicken sandwich is a Chicken and Cheese, which is basically a McChicken with a slice of cheese. That email doesn't look right. Pods are crispy wafers filled with famous Mars candies like Snickers and Twix bars. Fantales are another candy we are dying to add to our sweet tooth repertoire. Why its weird: This one I found pretty interesting because fluffisnt really an American thing, so much as it is a New England thing. The treat has been around since the early 1900s, and is usually a staple of childrens birthday parties. "I had an American friend make a weird dish with sweet potatoes and marshmallows. Growing up in the States, sprinkles always went on gooey ice cream, fluffy cupcakes, or mixed into cake batter. I am pretty sure I only ate two sandwiches in my time in Australia that didnt have beets on them. A photo posted by Raf (@velocirafftor) on Sep 21, 2016 at 4:32pm PDT. Spray can cheese, where you press a nozzle and squirt out an orange substance, is not common in Australia. 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. Other people tend to dive elbow deep into some salty chips. This is on the top of my list of American that is missing in Australia. Add some whip cream on top and you are in sweet pumpkin heaven. This Mexican (cough) American meat Australia definitely needs! At the checkout at Vans in Santa Monica the woman ahead of me had three or four cans of Fosters. Jam is what you put on your toast/sandwich," Grace from Queensland explained to INSIDER. Jelly is a dessert. Macca's Chicken and Cheese. With all the outdoorsy camping and outback, these crackers would fit right in with some roasted marshmallow goodness. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. Oh, and they do actually expire, for what it's worth. Talk about the best of both worlds. End up coming out with six; all a different brand, flavor, and level of smoothness. 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. We think that officially means you can snack on a bag of these, instead of grabbing McDonalds at lunch. You didnt really think we wouldnt put Vegemite on here, did you? Australias Violet Crumble is fresh honeycomb and toffee covered in chocolate. 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. 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. Australians take great pride in their coffee culture. Saveur Magazine reported that the first recipe dates back to 1917. 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. It's worth noting that every person has their personal food preferences, but these are just some of the most popular opinions I came across. But the street sushi in Australia was around $2 for a roll and was actually legit. It is impossible NOT to turn into the red finger bandit after demolishing a bag. "When I watch food shows that take place in America all I can think about is, why does your cheese look fake?" Why we love it: WHAT?!? Once toasted, these guys hit that sugary spot because well.. it is practically all sugar!! 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. Luckily, there was a heavenly alternative: Pizza Shapes. 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. Another American food Australia is missing is the most addicting type of fish you will ever eat. But I have not nearly reached Australian-level beet consumption. View Hotmessgoestoozs profile on Facebook, View hotmessgoestoozs profile on Twitter, View hotmessgoestoozs profile on Instagram, View Hotmessgoestoozs profile on Pinterest, My nephew dropped his phone down the sewer drain. 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. So fabulous, you totally forget about the bathroom problems it will cause you right after you eat it. A photo posted by Eva Corsini (@eva_candy_corsini) on Sep 22, 2016 at 7:16am PDT. Add a side of rice and beans and Ole! Thank you to the stoner Santa Claus that invited this morning pleasure. Photo courtesy of raspberricupcakes on flickr.com. Our bacon just happens to naturally come with all that juicy bacon grease that is a leading cause of house fires. Most Australians dont really understand what grits are. Who doesnt love a good cheese puff? Mixed opinions or not, if you want a condiment, it's not going to be in Australia. Going in for one jar? Everyone has heard horror stories of gas station sushi, so I am always hesitant to eat sushi from unfamiliar places in the U.S. 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. We grew up on root beer float parties as adults and vanilla vodka floats as kidshmm. 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. Unfortunately, they can rip your fillings out if you down an entire bag. I sometimes forget that geographically Australia is very close to Asia so there is a lot of Asian food. Luckily, if theres one thing Australia knows how to do its espresso. The cookie is perfectly crunchy, the chocolate extremely smooth, and the filling melts nicely in your mouth. Instead of gummy worms, Australia has. Its cheap and it can be found anywhere, which is perfect for when youre in a tight chocolate spot. The brand prides itself in having a wide range of flavors that include everything from Nacho Cheese to Margherita Pizza. 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. I mean come on, little cookies pieces as your breakfast cereal? There are chocolate, double chocolate, caramel and about a hundred other flavors. Probably more than most people because my parents have a weird obsession with them. 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. Fairy bread has a magical name and an even more dazzling taste. You tryna be tricky? Here's how your diet will most likely change if you actually embrace the Australian (college student) way of life. They have been around since World War I because they travel and store well on naval ships and military bases. Why we love it: Fluff is literally melted, whipped marshmallow in a jar. The cookie is made with chocolate biscuits, pure mint filling, and coated in dark chocolate. They were more like baby 44 gallon drums! Why we love it: Few things come closer to heavenly perfection than peanut butter. Sorry Oreos, but we have fallen in love with a different sandwich cookie the Tim Tam. Sure, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all delicious, but there is something magical about eating for pure and mindless joy. So when Starbucks tried to expand within the continent, mutiple reports said, "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, , Starbucks doesnt fit Australians' tastes because the company serves sweeter coffee options than Australians prefer. According to the companys site, Well, so are their snacks. Whats the perfect food to munch on, though? Amazon.com. #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. Australia is missing this creamy mozzarella cheese and pepperonis all stuffed within a baked dough for your instant pizza pleasure. The standard response to asking for any of these sauces and dips was Is aioli okay? Every. It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. So what is it about Starbucks coffee that turns Australians off? Ive had a lot of beets in America. Caramello Koala. Whether you like it crunchy or perfectly smooth, peanut butter is both sweet and salty, easy to pack, and high in protein. Limited-time offer! It is perfect for Taco Tuesday or Just Because Friday. I cant fathom it being a sole topping on un-toasted toast. They are grilled sandwiches that are closed at the ends. Theyre kind of like Twix in terms of the ways theyre assembled, but in my humble opinion, a thousand times better. Instead of gummy worms, Australia has Killer Pythons, and they are no joke. 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. AKA breaded covered wieners straight from heaven! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. 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. Foreign countries aren't always going to eat or even sell the same foods as you're used to, and that's okay. and can be used in a variety of fun meals. Jack from Queensland told INSIDER. Probably because it is completely different, but still. We put it on everything, and, admittedlyfor those not too familiar with its texture, it can be pretty hard to handle. 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. 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. Its buttered toast with rainbow sprinkles. The combination of fried cornmeal with a hot dog made with who knows what is actually much more appetizing than it sounds. 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. "Literally no food on their menu would remind an Australian of home. They are made up of two biscuits filled with creme and then dipped in chocolate. Austalia is missing this American food and needs it ASAP! 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). Why we love it: Ramen is the perfect meal for a broke college student. But try explaining that to an Australian and their face will say it all. According to Australians, PB&J is supposed to be peanut butter and jam. It is delightful and no, you do not need to be celebrating Thanksgiving to enjoy it! hatever snack you fancy, its safe to say the U.S. has no shortage of options. Just dont touch anything!!! Photo courtesy of frankieLeon on flickr.com. 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. Because of their long history, they are made around ANZAC day and are sold to fundraisers for Service Associations around Australia and New Zealand. Here is something most kids grew up on in America as the quick to-go breakfast pastry. For all of you that get a McChicken with cheese, Australia would quite literally be heaven for you. If you like cherry cordials, think of Cherry Ripe as their much cooler cousin from down-under. But, we have to admit we may have found a country that has us beat Australia. Happy snacking! This one cracks me upbecause it still manages to find its way into every youre from Australia?! What? 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. I can honestly say I am not a fan of this legendary Australian spread. For more great stories, head to INSIDERs homepage. Eating a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in America is different than eating one in Australia for one very important reason: jelly versus jam. Were also pretty sure this is what unicorns live on daily. They essentially taste like flavor-blasted goldfish but instead are shaped like hexagonal Cheez-Its. We found foods there that leave us with some serious cravings. But American supermarkets have Australian beer. A photo posted by PopUpDiningKL Travel (@popupdiningkltravel) on Apr 22, 2016 at 1:19am PDT. Beet chips are even a norm, whereas we can usually only find them at trendy health-food stores. Oh, and, Australians take great pride in their coffee culture. Pumpkin as a dessert? Yeah, pretzels make this list, but thats not to say she hated them. Their snack game puts ours to shame. Because of this, w. ere diving deeper to find out what foods Americans eat that Australians dont. We suggest two parts butter, to one part vegemite. Copyright document.write(new Date().getFullYear()) Her Campus Media LLC. Yes! A photo posted by Raf (@velocirafftor) on Sep 21, 2016 at 4:32pm PDT. They also come in a chicken flavor, which sounds weird, but admittedly were pretty into it. This snack is taking American candy to the next level, and we couldnt be more jealous. Fill those syrup traps up with butter and some maple goodness and you are good to go! "I hear that Twinkies can survive a nuclear war. The snack became popular with its original flavors, barbecue, chicken crimpy, cheddar, cheese and bacon, savory, and pizza. Its too crispy and it doesnt taste good, Stephanie from Queensland told INSIDER. 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.