Food is an intrinsic part of culture Down Under, and both domestic and international chefs are now embracing Australia’s indigenous ingredients. Helping them obtain hard-to-source produce is Playing With Fire, an online grocer that sells and delivers a range of native fruits, nuts and spices.

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.

Mexicans have tequila and tacos. Americans have bourbon and hamburgers. But what are Australia's iconic food and drinks? Bad Frankie, a craft spirits bar in Melbourne is serving up Tasmanian whisky and ‘jaffles’. Can it get Australians taking pride in their local cuisine?

Australia offers more than sunny skies and the expanse of the outback. While the nation is commonly associated with laid back, outdoor adventures, there’s been an increasing focus on the development of the luxury market and, as a result, the country's culinary scene has been getting classier.