Democracy sausage — How Australia put snags on the ballot

Australians don't always see eye to eye on election day, but there is one unprepossessing foodstuff that seems to straddle divides of age, geography, ideology and class: the sausage. How did the humble sausage come to be the food that fuels election days in Australia, with its name now synonymous with the democratic act?

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Exploring culture through food. Each week Jonathan Green serves up a new dish or ingredient, uncovering the rich layer of stories, traditions, and innovations behind it. From the origins and cultural significance to the science and economics of food, we explore how what we eat shapes and is shaped by our world. From humble street food to gourmet delicacies, discover the fascinating narratives that make every bite a story worth telling.