Shrimp on the Barbie-an Australian stereotype! Whenever people outside of Australia think of Australian stereotypes, the phrase “shrimp on the Barbie” springs to mind. Not only a stereotypical Australian saying, this catchphrase also depicts the Australian people as friendly people who like to engage in social activities such as barbeques. The catchphrase originated from a […]
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Lamington – the traditional Australian sponge cake A lamington is a traditional Australian sponge cake, usually covered in chocolate icing and sprinkled with coconut shavings. They originated in Australia and have since become one of the most traditional desserts from down under. Lamington cakes are small cubes of sponge cake often layered with jam, smothered […]
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Chinese New Year 2012 is here, and starts tomorrow! Based on the lunar calender, the specific date for the Chinese New Year changes every year. While it is the start of the spring season in China, and one of their biggest festivals, these festivities are widely celebrated all over the world. It marks an eclectic […]
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Celebrating National Popcorn Day today! It’s National Popcorn Day, and here we are celebrating America’s favorite snack. Did you know Americans eat about 16 billion quarts of popcorn each year! There is no history as to when this holiday began, but popcorn can be traced back to Aztecs and Peruvians from the early 1500s. Popcorn […]
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Spicy food adds life and variety to every meal Spices lend a certain richness, heat and complexity to every food imaginable. These attention grabbing spices not only add heat but also a well defined character to any dish, and are capable of transforming dishes with a single pinch. January 16th is celebrated worldwide as the […]
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