Scampi Fries, Frazzles and tomato soup also emerged among a list of goods those who have left our shores cannot live without. According to figures released by British Corner Shop, Brits who now live in Australia are rushing to cram their cupboards with Shreddies and oxtail soup.
It is considered impolite to ask a direct question about a person's salary or wealth. Inquiring about someone's weight or age is also highly inappropriate in many situations. Spitting in public is rude. If there is a line for something, always queue and wait for your turn.
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Fish and chips are the undisputed National dish of Great Britain, becoming a cultural and culinary symbol of our country, instantly recognised as British the world over.
1. Shepherd's Pie. A wholesome and classic British meal, Shepherd's Pie originated in Scotland and the North of England and is primarily made from minced lamb and potatoes.
Native to Australia, the original Tim Tam bar is often compared to a Penguin bar in the UK. While Tim Tam are one of Australia's most love chocolate bars, if you've not heard of Tim Tams then check out this article 'What are Tim Tams' to get the full low down, you'll also discover what the Tim Tam Slam is!
Among the native fruits, eleven prominent native species have been commercially produced in Australia including bush tomato, Davidson's plum, desert lime, finger lime, Kakadu plum, lemon aspen, muntries, quandong, Tasmanian pepper berry, and Illawarra plum.
“Bugger” is common in both Aussie and British slang, and vaguely refers to someone or something that is annoying. Calling someone a bugger can be used affectionately or derogatorily. The general expletive can be used in any situation, and roughly means,“F*** off/me” or “Well, I'll be damned!”
Politics, Sex and Religion are 3 topics which, in a multicultural and liberal country like Australia, can spell trouble between roommates, classmates, work mates but even between friends. It is for that reason that these topics are referred to as taboo topics.
