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5 Weird Things I Found at Australian Supermarkets – A Working Mum’s Grocery Diary
hurdailyinsight
2025. 4. 20. 20:17
Grocery shopping might seem boring—unless you live in Australia. As a working mum racing through Coles, Woolworths, and ALDI each week, I’ve spotted some seriously odd products. Some made me laugh, some confused me, and some... I actually tried.
Here are 5 of the most unusual (and unforgettable) items I’ve come across in Aussie supermarkets.
🥩 1. Kangaroo Mince
- Yes, it’s real kangaroo meat.
- Available at Coles and Woolworths in the fresh/frozen meat section.
- Marketed as low-fat and high-protein.
- I cooked it once—it had a very "distinct" smell.
- The kids politely refused to eat it.
- ⭐️ Verdict: Great for adventurous cooks!
🍝 2. Canned Lasagna & Spaghetti Meals
- Found in the international foods or canned meals aisle.
- Most are US imports like Chef Boyardee.
- Cheeseburger in a can? You’ll see that in YouTube videos, but not in Aussie stores.
- ⭐️ Verdict: My husband eats them sometimes. Fun to try, but don’t skip cooking real food!
🧂 3. Chicken Salt-Flavoured Snacks
- Chicken salt chips, popcorn, even almonds.
- Only in Australia would this seasoning be a snack genre.
- Kettle and Smith’s brands offer multiple versions.
- ⭐️ Verdict: Surprisingly addictive. Just not for kids’ lunchboxes.
🍦 4. Fairy Bread Ice Cream
- Yes, the birthday party classic turned frozen dessert.
- White bread + butter + rainbow sprinkles, now in ice cream form.
- Sometimes available at ALDI or Woolworths as a seasonal item.
- ⭐️ Verdict: Cute and nostalgic for kids. One scoop was enough for me.
🧅 5. Pickled Onion Chips
- Found at ALDI or in imported snack sections (e.g. Tyrrells, Walker’s).
- My husband loves them. I almost cried.
- A snack that will divide your household.
- ⭐️ Verdict: Love it or leave it.
🍟 Bonus: My Current Favourite Snack
- ALDI’s truffle-flavoured potato chips are amazing.
- Rich flavour, gourmet vibes.
- If you love truffle oil, don’t miss these.
- ⭐️ Verdict: The kind of snack you hide and eat alone.
✏️ Final Thoughts: Weird but Wonderful
Australian supermarkets are full of surprises—some strange, some delightful. If you’ve come across any quirky snacks or foods, leave a comment on the blog! I might check it out on my next grocery run 🙂