Travelling is more than just sightseeing. It’s also about trying local food and learning about the culture behind the cuisines of different communities. Lucky for us, Australia is home to a range of delicious native ingredients that give you plenty of reason to explore our historical roots.
Savour Traditional Ingredients With Locals From The Top End
Dive straight into Australia’s indigenous history at Cicada Lodge; an Aboriginal-owned property on the banks of the Katherine River in the Northern Territory. The eco lodge is owned by the local Jawoyn people, who will introduce you to some of their traditional ways of life. Savour authentic Australian food featuring local ingredients, such as bush bananas and freshwater prawns, and be sure to check the nightly chef’s menu for a five-star degustation based on the season and availability of quality local produce.
Sit Back, Relax And Enjoy Country Classics
A five-hour drive north of Adelaide hides The Prairie hotel, otherwise known as the Fargher family’s self-proclaimed “hip Outback hotel.” Unwind in the Flinders Ranges’ beautiful country landscape as you sip on a local lager and get amongst the famous feral mixed grill. It’s called “FMG”, of kangaroo fillet, emu, camel sausage and roast potatoes with a red wine jus. Leave space for dessert as the quandong crumble pie and gelato trio of mango macadamia, desert lime lemon and wild berry rosella flower is exceptional.
Indulge In Contemporary Australian-Chinese Fine Food
For something a bit different, head to Pott’s Point upmarket precinct where celebrity chef and restaurateur, Kylie Kwong, will bring you “Australia on a plate” (to use her words). Taste Kylie’s superb integration of Aussie native ingredients with classic Cantonese dishes of her childhood heritage. A popular favourite is the crispy saltbush cakes with chilli sauce; stir-fried Australian native greens; and sweet and sour pork belly with fresh muntries and pickled quandongs. Be sure to book in advance as the queue snakes down the street!
Explore Australia’s Red Center At Tali Wiru
Dine For A Good Cause At Australia’s Ultimate Foodie Mecca
To get the best of Melbourne’s cuisine, head to Charcoal Lane – a relaxed, inner suburban restaurant that operates as a Mission Australia social enterprise program, providing on-the-job hospitality training and experience for Aboriginal youth. Embrace the seasonally inspired dishes infused with native ingredients, such as pan seared emu fillet with beetroot and lemon myrtle risotto; paperbark-wrapped seasonal vegetables with truffle oil and rainforest herbs; and wattleseed crème brulee with native berry semifreddo (yum!).
*The flight prices (including taxes and fees, excluding baggage fees) for one return economy seat and were collated on 1 August 2017 for travel in September 2017 from Sydney to the destination listed, unless specified otherwise. Prices are in AUD, may be subject to change and offers may no longer be available.
**The flight price (including taxes and fees, excluding baggage fees) for one return economy seat and was collated on 1 August 2017 for travel in September 2017 from Melbourne to the destination listed, unless specified otherwise. Prices are in AUD, may be subject to change and offers may no longer be available.
***The hotel prices (including taxes and fees) are per night per room for double occupancy for the above and were found on KAYAK.com.au on 1 August 2017 for travel in September 2017, for the respective hotels mentioned in the release. Prices are in AUD, may be subject to change and offers may no longer be available.
Also Read>> Five quirky food experiences from around the world
