GLOSSARY
Bok Choy - Okay, you already know what bok choy is. Still, it's impossible to underestimate the Australian reverence for Asian ingredients like Chinese cabbage, lemongrass, dried mushrooms, and even pigeon. In the U.S., the best place for one-stop shopping is one of the huge grocery stores that dot Chinese neighborhoods.

Bush tucker - Australia's southern coast is the center of the movement to rediscover indigenous ingredients. Andrew Fielke showcases "bush tucker" staples like kangaroo, emu, and bush tomato at his Red Ochre Grill in Adelaide. Just thought you'd like to know.

Meat pies - They're the epitome of old school, but these treats, a remnant of the country's British culinary heritage, are still Australia's most beloved street food. The miniature pastry pockets, stuffed with piping-hot ground beef and gravy, are sold on street corners and at sporting events.

Pavlova (pictured) - This well-loved, uniquely Australian dessert consists of a meringue shell filled with whipped cream and local fruit.

Quandong - Native fruit with bright-red skin and a flavor like a tart peach. Tropical fruit is a key ingredient in Mod Oz cuisine. We're not sure about quandong, but you can find kiwis and passion fruit in many U.S. markets. Passion fruit grown in Hawaii or Florida can also be ordered from passionfruitnow.com.