Did you know? The term "down under" dates back to the 19th century, when English historian James Anthony Froude visited the Oceania region aboard the SS Australia. If you use the phrase today, almost everyone knows that you're talking about Australia – the large island continent that has captivated our imaginations and been the setting for many a catching tune and curious film...

Since Europeans first arrived on the shores of Australia, it has been the scene and setting for many fantastic and fanciful stories. From the coastal cities to the rugged inland Outback, they don't call it "Down Under" without reason – it is a bit otherworldly, and that unique perspective has permeated every part of the culture and cuisine...

Through his travels, Anthony Bourdain visited almost every corner of the globe. Some places he dove deep and visited repeatedly (like Vietnam, London, or Japan); others he only visited once and briefly at that. Luckily, Melbourne, Australia falls somewhere in the middle...