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Melbourne's BEST MARKET TOUR! Street Food, Donuts, Coffee & More! (Queen Victoria Market)

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👁️ 253K views📅 7 years ago⏱️ 13:49

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Editorial Summary

The creators explore Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne, which they identify as the largest market in the southern hemisphere. They note the historical significance of the site, highlighting that many original nineteenth-century structures remain and that the market has utilized solar panels since 2003. The tour begins with a visit to a coffee stand for iced lattes before moving into the food section. The creators sample Sri Lankan street food, specifically a goat meat dish and a variety of curries, noting the affordability and flavor profiles. They also visit a long-running donut vendor to try warm, jam-filled dough balls. After browsing various goods and wares, including sunglasses, the creators visit the meat hall to purchase ingredients for a home-cooked meal. They conclude their day by preparing and eating a dinner consisting of lamb, roasted Brussels sprouts, and smashed potatoes, expressing high satisfaction with both the market experience and the quality of the food purchased.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is the largest market in the southern hemisphere it is the Queen Victoria Market

the meat is so tender it just dissolves in your mouth it's really savory well-seasoned

this is so good so my nose a little bit more it was 16 you would have been 14 and he did it vegan but definitely worth it

today was an absolutely amazing day we had so much fun at the market that was great the food was great all of the little shops were so fun to wander through

Creator's Tips & Advice

Come later in the day for produce deals at $1 per kilo
Check out the American Donut Kitchen truck for fresh jam donuts
Try the Sri Lankan street food stalls for great value meals

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the largest market in Melbourne?
QWhat food stalls are worth trying at Queen Victoria Market?
QHow can you get good deals on produce at the market?

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Melbourne4½ Happy Bacon
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