Everybody loves food. Eating with family members, relatives, friends or colleagues is a good way to strengthen bonds and establish new connections. As such, it is part of culture to enjoy anything served on the table. Many even look for new flavours that are different from what they’re used to. Australians are no exception. They love eating as much as other people from other countries do, but exactly how much do they love their food?

1. An Overview of Australia's Love for Food Style Magazines Pty Ltd 3/102 Kedron Brook Road (07)33564100
Everybody loves food. Eating with family members, relatives, friends or colleagues is a good way to strengthen bonds and establish new connections. As such, it is part of culture to enjoy anything served on the table. Many even look for new flavours that are different from what they’re used to. Australians are no exception. They love eating as much as other people from other countries do, but exactly how much do they love their food?

2. The Economics of Food
Household income in Australia is increasing faster than food prices, which is good news because Australians are allotting more of their budget on what they cook and eat. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF) specified in their FOOD map report 2012 that Australians are spending more on food, showing a 13% increase over the past 20 years. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, food and non-alcoholic drinks make up about 16.5% of their spending. The Demand of Dining Out
Dining out is highly convenient for busy Australians. In some way, they see it as the only time to unwind. They try new flavours, enjoy the atmosphere, and catch up with whom they’re dining with. The best part is they don’t have to cook or clean up.

3. A survey by Unilever Food Solutions titled the World Menu Report (WMR), however, reveals that 70% of Australians want to know the ingredients and nutritional value of the food they eat. They don’t only dine out for enjoyment, but are there for the nutritional value as well. They’re more strict with what eat now that obesity rates around the world are increasing. Whether Australians eat at home, buy takeaway food, or dine in restaurants, their love for food is all the same. They might not have the same preferences, but one thing is for sure, they’re willing to spend to eat what they crave. Sources:
http://foodwatch.com.au/blog/in-the-news/item/australians-demand-more-when-dining-out.html
https://www.commbank.com.au/blog/eat-in-or-out-australians-love-convenience.html
http://stylemagazines.com.au/food/