British-Australian Traditions
Which British dish is considered an Aussie classic at the beach?
Fish and chips.
Which gold rush period led to a wave of Chinese migrants (and eventually Chinese restaurants!) in Australia?
A) 1850s
B) 1920s
C) 1970s
1850s
India is known for its use of _________ in cooking.
Spices.
Pacific Islander communities are a big part of SEQ, especially Samoan and Fijian groups.
True.
What is the collective term for traditional Indigenous Australian food?
Bush tucker.
What kind of meat is commonly roasted in a traditional Aussie Sunday dinner, inherited from British customs?
Lamb or beef.
Name two Chinese dishes you can find easily in Australian cities today.
Dumplings, fried rice, Peking duck, sweet and sour pork.
Which Indian dish is now a favourite comfort food across Australia?
A) Laksa
B) Butter Chicken
C) Shepherd’s Pie
Butter chicken
Which of these is a traditional Pacific Island cooking method?
A) Hāngi
B) Umu (earth oven)
C) Teppanyaki
Which native Australian seed is often roasted and used in desserts today?
Wattleseed.
Meat pies and sausage rolls were introduced during Australia’s gold rush by British settlers.
True!
Which common Asian food ingredient became a pantry staple in Aussie homes thanks to Chinese influence?
Soy sauce.
Naan bread and roti are common Indian breads now loved in Australia.
True!
It’s sweet, made with coconut, and often served at Islander feasts — what is it?
Coconut cream desserts like "Koko Samoa," "Pani Popo" (sweet coconut buns).
Traditional First Nations food is only about meat.
False (it includes fruits, seeds, vegetables, seafood, etc.).
Name one sweet dessert that shows Britain's influence on Aussie food culture.
Trifle, scones, or pavlova (though pavlova is debated with New Zealand!).
Chinese-Australian cuisine is exactly the same as traditional Chinese food in China.
False (It’s adapted to Aussie tastes!).
There are differences in north and south Indian cuisine
true
Name one reason why sharing food is so important in Pacific Islander culture.
It strengthens family and community bonds; meals are communal celebrations.
How does traditional Indigenous food show a deep connection to the land and seasons?
Foods are harvested sustainably and seasonally, respecting the environment.
How do you think colonial food traditions still influence Aussie celebrations today? (E.g., Anzac Day, Christmas)
(Examples: Anzac biscuits, Christmas roasts in summer.)
How has Chinese food changed how Australians eat out or celebrate events?
Yum cha brunches, Chinese New Year festivals, takeaway culture.
How has the rise of Indian migration influenced what’s available in supermarkets in SEQ?
More spices, ready-made curry pastes, Indian snack foods, and restaurants.
What do Pacific Islander feasts teach Australians about hospitality and togetherness?
Food is a way to show generosity, respect, and connection.
Name one way modern Aussie restaurants are showcasing Indigenous ingredients today
Using ingredients like finger lime, kangaroo, lemon myrtle in fine dining dishes.