With 27% claiming they ‘cannot survive’ without it and 75% having at least one cup daily, it’s fair to say that Australians love their coffee, leading many to seek the highest quality and most consistent brew to suit their complex flavour profiles. How have they become such discerning drinkers?

Australia is a nation without any iconic national fare. Instead, it’s developed an eclectic flavour profile that references the waves of immigration to its shores. In the first of a two-part series we look at Australia’s multi-cultural dinner table and how Aussies like to enjoy their mealtimes.

Whether brunchers are after a continuation of last night’s party or seeking a quiet diner to eat their eggs in peace, they have one thing in common – the desire to indulge themselves for an entire day. But how has this mid-day meal gained so many devotees, and why does it polarize public opinion?

In New York, it’s possible to spend $18 on a single cup of coffee, yet while it may be higher quality than a regular old americano, not everyone can justify such an indulgence. Enter Locol, a 'revolutionary fast food chain' that’s on a mission to make artisanal food and drink affordable.