Cuisine of Brisbane

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The cuisine of Brisbane derives from mainstream Australian cuisine, as well as many cuisines of international origin, with major influences from Asian cuisine, European cuisine, and American cuisine that reflect the city's ethnic diversity, though Brisbane is represented by a wide range of other ethnic cuisines.

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Brisbane's culinary scene is often described as more casual with an emphasis on outdoor dining. [1] Café culture is prominent, with Australian-style brunch being particularly common. [2] Roof-top bars are also an iconic establishment of the city, as well as its Street food scene with Food trucks and pop-up bars being common. [3]

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Brisbane dining is often defined by its outdoors and casual nature

Brisbane is home to over 6,000 restaurants and dining establishments, [4] with outdoor dining featuring prominently. Moreton Bay bugs, less commonly known as flathead lobsters, are an ingredient named for the Brisbane region and which feature commonly in the city's cuisine.[ citation needed ]

Suburbs/areas with cuisine culture

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Stall vendors in Eat Street
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The Lamington is an iconic dish of Brisbane cuisine

Foods native to Brisbane

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Moreton Bay bug with prawns and chips

Breweries

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Street food truck near Albert Street Uniting Church

Food festivals in Brisbane

See also

References

  1. "The Best of Brisbane Food Culture". Traveller. 10 June 2016. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  2. "Australian-style brunch and coffee: The culinary phenomenon that's taking over the world". Traveller. 6 March 2019. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  3. "Food Truck culture in Brisbane". QUT International Student Stories. 9 August 2016. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  4. "Brisbane restaurants". Zomato. Retrieved 2 May 2020.
  5. "Brisbane Racecourse Rod restaurants". Archived from the original on 11 March 2020. Retrieved 23 April 2020.
  6. ""World of food and drink"". Archived from the original on 12 May 2020. Retrieved 23 April 2020.
  7. "15 of Brisbane's Best Craft Breweries To Hit Up When You Need A Cold One". Urban. 5 November 2019. Retrieved 18 April 2020.
  8. "Annual food and wine festivals around Brisbane". Visit Brisbane. 2020. Retrieved 18 April 2020.