Australian cuisine is a reflection of the country itself — vast, multicultural, and shaped by waves of immigration layered on top of the world’s oldest continuous food culture. Indigenous bush ingredients like wattleseed, quandong and macadamia sit alongside British-inherited classics and the bold flavours brought by Mediterranean, Asian and Middle Eastern communities.
Outdoor cooking is practically a national pastime, with the barbecue serving as a centrepiece for gatherings year-round thanks to the country’s sunny climate. Fresh seafood, particularly from the vast coastline, plays a starring role, while desserts like the pavlova (a source of good-natured rivalry with New Zealand) round out a uniquely relaxed approach to eating well.
Discover our Australian-inspired recipes, including the light and elegant fruit pavlova, for a taste of this sunny corner of the world.
