Joanna James
Amongst Melbourne's many allures is that it not only offers plenty to see and do but savour as well! Foodies the world over enjoy dining in this cosmopolitan city and here are some of the favourite local culinary creations you should look to try.
Aussies love their chicken parmesan so it's not surprising that you can easily find it on menus at eateries in the Victorian capital as well. You can expect to be served a sizable deep-fried breaded chicken breast that is slathered with melted cheese (usually mozzarella) and sauce. Sides can include a small salad and French fries making it the perfect snack or full meal depending on your appetite! This dish is regularly served at pubs and among the places to try it are The Local Taphouse and The Duke of Wellington.
Those with a sweet tooth are going to be spoilt for choice when it comes to delectable doughnuts in Melbourne; mind you, you will be faced with the sight of these tempting treats at many places around the city so you will end up trying more than a few! Apart from the usual classics including those filled with juicy jam on offer at places like Queen Victoria Market, you get other options too; these can include varieties like salted caramel crumble, French toast, and raspberry pavlova. Places to check out include Doughboys Doughnuts and Candied Bakery, while at Dexter, you can order a hot meat doughnut as well.
A traditional favourite Down Under, meat pies are another must-try when on your holiday. Don't worry, when looking for places to stay in Melbourne, you shouldn't find it hard to find restaurants and cafes that have it on their menu. Just as it sounds, the pie you will be served will be full of delicious, marinated meat and while it can get messy, don't let that stop you from enjoying it! Fillings can vary too be it with lamb, beef, chicken, cheese, or other variations. To sample such delights, consider Rolf's Pies close to Avani Melbourne Box Hill Residences or Pure Pies at the Docklands.
The burger choices in Melbourne are eclectic, to say the least, and it's not just the buns (you get charcoal buns, matcha buns, squid ink buns and more) that vary but the toppings too. That said, there's one topping that you need to try for the complete Aussie burger experience and that's beetroot! The great thing is you can enjoy it with not only veggie burgers but with juicy beef patties too. One Plus Piece is a place to eat an Angus beef cheeseburger topped with beetroot and other add-ons, while PHAT Pizza Burger Bar serves vegetarian versions amongst others.
No list of the top dishes in Melbourne, or Australia for that matter, would be complete without mentioning lamingtons, one of the nation's most-loved desserts. This is said to be a fully Australian sweet treat and just reading about it is bound to make your mouth water; think of a heavenly, soft sponge cake, with yummy layers of chocolate sauce rolled in shaved or desiccated coconut to create a divine taste sensation! Look to give this tempting dessert a try at Tivoli Road Bakery or Tokyo Lamington Melbourne.
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