An American in Piteå: Aussie Tour: The Food

Of course, one of the most enjoyable parts of traveling is experiencing the FOOD! Although we were on a pretty tight budget, we made sure to try as many yummy meals and treats as possible!

Before our first rehearsal in Canberra, Charles took us to get his favorite Korean food.

We picked up some Chilli Wine at a local market. Mixed with Ginger beer and lime - probably one of the best drinks I've had!!! Contemplating ordering a case....

Our first Australian BBQ! no....there were no "shrimps on the barby"....but this lamb, sausage, potatoes and mango salad were more than satisfactory! Thanks to Charles' parents for the great meal!

MEAT PIE

In Melboune with Lou! Being an amazing host, foodie, deal finder, she took us out for $4 pizzas when we arrived. We split three....one with Salmon and greens, one with sausage and peppers, and one with lamb and amazing seasoning. Plus a cold beer = the perfect reunion of the Brit and the American!

Coffee is Australian is an art form...a very delicious art form :)

Fancy, "fast food"burgers in Melbourne (at Grillers)...pineapple, greens, and spicy mayo....enjoyed outside on a trendy side street in a great city, with great people!

In Sydney, we enjoyed amazing Japanese dishes at Chrissy's favorite place! It was great to know where to find the good stuff!

After Jake and I went "out on the town" in Sydney, we stopped by the Golden Arches. same...everywhere in the world...

Stopped by a cute coffee shop for breakfast before leaving Sydney.

Back in Canberra, Gary France (Charles' old teacher at Australia National University) invited us over for dinner! Along with being a motivating person and great percussionists, he's also a fab in the kitchen!

Between gigs and masterclasses in Canberra, we were able to enjoy lots of home cooking and restaurants. One of Jake's favorite places in London was Nando's....and conveniently there was one in Canberra! I also can't express how thankful we were to stay with Charles' fam! They made sure we were well fed, and I loved eating outside in their beautiful backyard, listening to the crazy birds, and soaking in some sun!

After our gig at ANU, Gary treated us to some Indian food!

We hung out with the percussionists from ANU after the concert. I attempted to make Swedish Chocolate Balls...but the ingredients were a bit different! Used sprinkles instead of pearled sugar...which made for a very colorful creation!

We had two days to spend on the coast. On the way down we stopped at a little cafe. I love all the yummy carbonated juices! Schwepps Agrum: sparkling blood orange drink...find it, drink it!