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The Food In Oz

PAWAN LUTHRA was on ABC Radio Sydney’s Breakfast with Wendy Harmer and Robbie Buck to talk about the reported spike in Indian tourists in Australia.

Wendy Harmer wrote: Tourists from India coming to Oz in record numbers and NOT for koalas and kangas - but for the food! Inspired by @masterchefau. Top work @MattsCravat and Co.! Fascinating to speak with @pawanlink on @abcsydney this morning. @robbie_buck

Pawan Luthra wrote: Great to be on @abcsydneywith @wendy_harmer, @robbie_buck. Indian tourist numbers to Australia will increase with family visits and the foodie adventures and yes, Cricket World Cup @ICCT20WC_ Live will help.

Sandeep Pandit wrote: I can totally relate to this. I reckon I’m one of the examples of India’s love for @masterchefau and the legends @crispycrackling @MattsCravat @GeorgeColambaris!

Daniel Montgomery wrote: I'm only just catching up with this season here in Ireland. It's amazing. I've always said if I go to Oz it'll be Melbourne. Last season with @sashi_cheliah and this season @sandeep_cooks the Indian inspired dishes you create are incredible and make the mouth water.

Krishna Mahida wrote: MasterChef Australia is a very popular show in India. Nayanika wrote: It must be a disappointment when they get here unless they go high-end.

Wendy Harmer wrote (replying to Nayanika): Can't agree with you there (sorry), the variety of food culture in Oz is fantastic! Maybe world's best? Even in the 'burbs. And can be cheap too. (Beats India, hands down. You have to travel a long way for regional specialities).And quality of our produce is superlative!

Nayanika wrote (replying to Wendy Harmer): Maybe it's a Sydney/ Melbourne thing - I agree it's different there. Yes, in India, you don't get a lot of world cuisines and many regional specialties outside their own areas.

Wendy Harmer wrote: They're also mad for @Kyliekwong we heard. The younger generation of Indian foodies leading the way for a visit... to eat! So interesting and such an opportunity. But I do agree we have a lack of great street food... that must be puzzling to many from abroad. Love to see more of that.

Tom Dumbrell wrote: Really interesting interview, Wendy. Was in India last year and loved it.

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Sukhmani Khorana wrote: I picked it up this time, and look forward to reading the interview!