Non-Aussies rank our nation’s weirdest foods (and they aren’t holding back) Musks sticks strike again. They may seem like regular foods to us, but it turns out our international friends think the likes of chicken salt, Gaytimes and sausage sizzles are just plain weird. We asked non-Aussies living over here to tell us the most […]
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Every region and every city has its typical specialties, such as the Bossche bol from Den Bosch or suikerbrood from Friesland. Traditionally, some dishes are enjoyed mainly in specific seasons, such as asparagus from Limburg and mussels from Zeeland. But what is traditional Dutch food really like? How and where is it eaten by Dutch […]
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Vienna, one of Europe’s gourmet capitals for both food and wine, is home to many delicious local treats. With a local culinary scene that often rivals those of Paris or London all while seeming quaint and traditional, the city is a wonderful place to try some of the country’s most distinctive dishes, sweets, and drinks. […]
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Any student studying in Australia will agree that the country has it all. World class universities, an affordable and laid back lifestyle, plenty of sunshine, and really, really good food. In fact, Australia has some of the most iconic food in the world. You’d be crazy not to try it while you’re here. 1. Pavlova […]
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Winter can be particularly cruel in Vienna. Snow is guaranteed to fall and this calls for hearty food and drink to stave off the chills. From creamy pumpkin soup to spicy, cheese-filled sausage, be sure to keep warm with these delicious and comforting Austrian treats. Apple strudel Strudel literally means ‘whirlpool,’ and due to its […]
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Scotland is a pantry of dreams and a bountiful land of plenty in terms of fresh produce. From Scottish salmon to homemade buttery shortbread, we take you on a tour of its culinary highlights. Haggis ‘Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face, Great chieftain o the puddin’-race! Aboon them a’ye tak your place’. Address to a […]
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“Cream coloured ponies and crisp apple strudels Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings These are a few of my favourite things” Other than the Sound of Music’s “My Favourite Things” song to guide me, I didn’t know much about Austria’s food before arriving. […]
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From savory to sweet and creamy to spicy, there are so many Dutch treats to eat in the Netherlands. To enjoy Dutch cuisine like a local (and not a tourist), these are the best Dutch foods to try when you visit Amsterdam, Maastricht, or anywhere in between. When we moved back to the US after […]
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Trying to figure out what to eat in the Netherlands? Your list of the most famous Dutch foods that you’ll want to try while visiting Amsterdam, the Netherlands written by a Dutch resident. I also include tips on where to find these typically Dutch foods in Amsterdam. You’ll find a downloadable checklist of 25 foods […]
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Here you can read our guide on gastronomy in Portugal, including top best dishes, foods in the Portuguese Cuisine you should try while you are in Portugal. A cuisine so often forgotten, is Portugal’s – bizarre, since it’s a country so close to our shores. But Portugal offers a wonderfully unique and varied culinary menu, […]
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