12 American Foods That Shock Australians

Send us Fan MailSeven years into living in the United States, there are still certain foods that make me pause.Not because they’re wrong — but because they’re different from what I grew up with.From American cheese and sweet tea to chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, and the world of convenience-store snacks, these are the flavours and combinations that surprised me most as an Australian adjusting to life here.In this episode, I reflect on what makes these foods feel unusual from an Aussie perspective — and what that says about tradition, nostalgia, and everyday comfort.It’s not a taste test designed to ridicule. It’s a look at how food quietly carries culture.If you’ve ever moved countries — or even just travelled long enough to notice supermarket shelves — you’ll recognise the feeling.====================Support the podcast:☕ Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/fromdownundertodownsouth🌏 Website: https://fromdownundertodownsouth.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FromDownUndertoDownSouth📷 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068568677919🐦 X: https://x.com/aussiemika74📩 Business enquiries & collaborations: [email protected] for listening.Hoo roo maties.Support the showCheck out additional content on our YouTube page!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjipgN51kc8swHyKeSx2tzw