Australian imports
Before he left, Michael presented me with a small container of Vegemite. I gave it a try out at StS 2004 (just a dab on the fingertip) - it was very strong that way. So I brought the container back home with me, and it's been sitting on the counter since last Thursday..... So I finally decided to take the plunge. Following Michael's instructions, I:
- Toasted some bread
- Spread butter on the bread
- Took a small bit of vegemite, and added a thin layer into the buttered toast
And it was pretty tasty! Durned Aussies - it's not like they sell this stuff here :) - but it can be procured online. Hmmm
Update: I just found these two hilarious descriptions of Vegemite here and here. And don't forget the "vegemite song"
Comments
The secret addiction
[Jonathan Hardwick] May 8, 2004 19:27:56.155
Any city with a decent expat community will have stores that stock Vegemite and/or the UK equivalent Marmite (easiest way to start an argument between a Brit and an Aussie is to claim Marmite is superior to Vegemite, or vice versa). Also, put a little *mite on your fingertip and a cat will happily sit there and lick your flesh off to the bone. Bug or feature?
Marmite vs Vegemite
[Sean Malloy] May 8, 2004 20:50:34.128
The whole Marmite vs Vegemite argument. Argh. Its sort of like Pepsi vs Coke. They taste similar, but not the same, so it comes down to personal preference.
I prefer Vegemite.
James: Welcome to the world of yeast extract!
Marmite
[Bart] May 11, 2004 6:29:10.293
Marmite was invented in 1902: http://www.marmite.com/marmite/his2.html
Marmite was copied in 1922: http://www.vegemite.com.au/index.cfm?fuseaction=FactsFiction.welcome
(Or at least... That's what I'm suggesting ;) )