Stage 2 Food and Hospitality

Which social media platform has significantly influenced Australian food trends through viral recipes like the Hot Honey Sweet Potato Beef Bowl, leading to increased demand for ingredients such as cottage cheese?

• Facebook

• Instagram

• TikTok

• Twitter

What recent Instagram trend has caused a surge in demand for cottage cheese in Australian supermarkets?

• Avocado toast

• Hot Honey Sweet Potato Beef Bowl

• Matcha lattes

• Smoothie bowls

Which Australian city is emerging as a top food destination, challenging Melbourne's status, due to its vibrant cultural scene and thriving hospitality industry?

• Sydney

• Brisbane

• Adelaide

• Perth

What is a significant factor contributing to the rise in home cooking and decreased restaurant dining in Australia?

• Increased availability of cooking classes

• Cost-of-living pressures leading consumers to cook more at home

• Decline in restaurant quality

How have Australian restaurants adapted to labor shortages in recent years?

• Reducing operating hours

• Increasing menu prices

• Implementing AI-powered solutions and digital ordering systems

• Hiring untrained staff

What dining trend has gained popularity in Australia as consumers seek affordable options amid rising living costs?

• Fine dining

• Buffet dining

• Food trucks

• Pop-up restaurants

Which cuisine is predicted to be the next big thing in Australia's multicultural dining landscape in 2025?

• Mexican

• Filipino

• Italian

• Ethiopian

What is a key reason for the increasing popularity of plant-based and flexitarian diets in Australia?

• Religious practices

• Health benefits and environmental concerns

• Lack of meat availability

• Government regulations

9. How are Australian restaurants addressing the growing demand for sustainable and locally sourced ingredients?

• By importing more ingredients from overseas

• By increasing the use of genetically modified organisms

• By focusing on sustainable and locally sourced ingredients

• By reducing the variety of dishes offered

What has been the impact of rising operational costs on small hospitality businesses in Australia?

• Expansion of services

• Increased profits

• Higher rates of insolvency

• More hiring