Please Educate Me / Vegemite

[rrich]

I've never seen, nor tasted Vegemite.
There seems to be an Internet storm about the amount of Vegemite spread over toast by a celebrity.

OK, I really like Sriracha on Thai food. I like hot or very hot salsa on much more than Mexican food.

On this forum I've seen snide remarks and outright snickering about Vegemite. Others seemed to be enthralled about the product. I feel that I may be missing out on something that is really good once a taste is acquired for the product. (Sort of like Scotch.)

The dumb questions are:
What does it taste like?
Should I make the effort to see if I can find it here in the US?
Are there other brand names of what ever Vegemite is?

[Chris Parks]

Health food of a nation! If you do try it use it very sparingly on the first try as the taste is very strong. I think this is where a lot of people who try it for the first time go wrong. If you want I will buy some and send it to you.

[Chesand]

It is considered to be un-Australian to not like Vegemite. As Chris says, best not to spread it thickly.
Cheese and Vegemite sandwiches used to be pretty much the staple school lunch for kids.

[poundy]

so it's a yeast extract. Was initially created by taking used yeast from brewing. If I had to describe it like a taste sensation you've had already, I'd say it's somewhat reminiscent of soy sauce, in that it has flavours that are high-umami and high-salt, and the "brew" aspect of the yeast is somewhat shared. But it's not just thick soy sauce, it's much more intense than that. But that's at least an interesting starting flavour profile that will either make you steer clear or try it out.

It certainly is worth a try; like many, I enjoy it thick on toast. It seems that there are US sellers on amazon if you want to try it, like this one (https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/seller/at-a-glance.html/ref=dp_merchant_link?ie=UTF8&seller=A29OX0CYTZZLNF) selling this one (https://www.amazon.com/Vegemite-BEFV220-Jar-220g/dp/B07JZL65CQ/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=vegemite&qid=1584414501&sr=8-2).

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

so it's a yeast extract. Was initially created by taking used yeast from brewing. If I had to describe it like a taste sensation you've had already, I'd say it's somewhat reminiscent of soy sauce, in that it has flavours that are high-umami and high-salt, and the "brew" aspect of the yeast is somewhat shared. But it's not just thick soy sauce, it's much more intense than that. But that's at least an interesting starting flavour profile that will either make you steer clear or try it out.

That about sums it up. If I had to compare it to anything, I'd say it tastes like beef stock in the same way a snake tastes like chicken. :rolleyes:

Apart from it's widespread use as a sandwich spread - it goes great in ham & salad sandwiches too! - it's also often used in the basics of making a hearty veggie soup stock.

[Simplicity]

Try it
I notice most women spread it very sparingly, but I actually like it spread thick,

But then it was a common lunch sandwich spread when I was kid(I had know food choices being number 5 out of six kids, eat it or go hungry)

Cheers Matt

[Skew ChiDAMN!!]

Has the US released it's import ban on it?

Last I heard it was considered a vitamin supplement by the US Govt and as it didn't have the appropriate certifications it couldn't be imported.

Or at least, that's what I'm told by US customs every time they confiscate my jars of Vegemite when we stopover on the way to Canada.

(Which is one of my soap-box topics, but I'll spare us all and won't get started here. ;) )

If that has changed... :2tsup:

[bueller]

I thought it was banned because it contained folate?

[Chesand]

Apart from it's widespread use as a sandwich spread - it goes great in ham & salad sandwiches too! - it's also often used in the basics of making a hearty veggie soup stock.

Marmite from the UK is probably the nearest thing to it but still not "Vegemite".

When the jar is all but empty, we rinse it out to make a juice that the dogs like on their food.

Ash Barty, our tennis champ, is sponsored by Vegemite and there has a been a promotion with the jars labelled as "Bartymite"

When our kids were little, they used to call it "Mightyveg" so it is known by that in our house.

[Handyjack]

You might want to watch this from about 10:30 YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mEYOltF4VfM) No, that is not the recommended way to eat vegimite. As others have said, spread it thinly on bread, toast or savory biscuits. It is salty and that is probably why the pets love it. Also note the comment at 22:56.

Vegimite; the Australian secret training food at the 1980 Moscow Olympics.

[Tonyz]

once you get hold of some spread on bread however thick you are game to try, then add peanut butter to the other slice...:oo: seriously its great, but then I like chewing leather boots as well.

[crowie]

Yes, We've had a few folk from the USA here who've tried it and suggested we were trying to poison them, but they were teenagers.

I like it thick especially with a even thicker layer of avocado or just plain on a cracker biscuit for morning tea.

Used to have Vegemite on toast as a kid with a poached egg on top as a treat at my grans.

As others have said, spread thinly for the first taste test over a good thick layer of butter, yum!

Cheers, crowie.

PS - Here's a youtube of the vegemite song


YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vaESxxvCCFk)

Amanda Palmer - We're Happy Little Vegemites Lyrics | AZLyrics.com (https://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/amandapalmer/werehappylittlevegemites.html)

[Handyjack]

Please note that Vegimite in no longer owned by "Kraft". It is now owned, since 2017, by Bega Cheese.
Vegemite - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vegemite)

[chambezio]

one has mentioned the "healing properties" of Vegemite. When you are recovering from the Flu or what ever a Sao Biscuit (Cracker biscuit with neutral taste) with Vegemite is something you have to start the recovery. Spread thinly over the biscuit and your appetite will return.

Vegemite toast and poached egg:2tsup:is the way to start a day.

[Chief Tiff]

Marmite from the UK is probably the nearest thing to it but still not "Vegemite".

Considering that Marmite and Vegemite are both yeast extract spreads it’s remarkable how different they are; Marmite is an incredibly thick, viscous liquid while Vegemite has the appearance and consistency of overheated axle grease; just not as tasty. Both fall under the “Love it or hate it” banner; I don’t know anyone on the planet who actually likes both. Marmite is available in Aussie supermarkets but is renamed “Our Mate” because Sanatorium already use that name to market their abomination.

In the UK you can buy Marmite flavoured potato chips, Marmite flavoured peanut butter and one Easter they produced a Marmite chocolate egg. That was a challenge....:rolleyes:

Back to the original post; it’s something you can’t properly describe, you really have to try it. I would say the best way to introduce yourself to it would be THINLY spread it on hot buttered toast. Yes, it’s a bit of an acquired taste; but once you’ve tried it, hated it, tried it again, realised you were right the first time and then tried Marmite you’ll agree it was well worth the effort.

Forgot to mention; Vegemite thickly smeared behind the ears is an extremely effective drop-bear repellant. The laziest carnivore on the planet won’t go near the stuff.

[elanjacobs]

It is considered to be un-Australian to not like Vegemite.
So be it. As far as I'm concerned, Vegemite is not food :no:

[Chesand]

470078

Bartymite from our pantry

[AlexS]

I'd say it tastes like beef stock in the same way a snake tastes like chicken.
It can be used as a beef stock too. Or if you want to make a nice onion & tomato sauce for a steak, mix in a little vegemite. Also, if you're cycling on cold mornings, an insulated bidon with vegemite broth will warm you up nicely.

[LanceC]

So be it. As far as I'm concerned, Vegemite is not food :no:

Yep. In our family of five I'm the only one who eats it (and even so, far prefer Bovril). People like to wax lyrical over national love for a spread that contrary to popular myth, is not loved by all, by a long shot in my experience.

Feeling washed out after recovering from an illness a while ago, I thought I would make try the fabled Vegimite hearty healthy drink (one heaped teaspoon in a mug of water). One sip and a gag saw it dumped down the sink and replaced with a cup-a-soup. I won't try that again!

[dmorse]

Is it anything like miso?

[Tonyz]

So be it. As far as I'm concerned, Vegemite is not food :no:


booo hiss get off this forum we are Australians here. :D

[Fuzzie]

Just like Heinz did a Tomato Ketchup run called Edchup (Ed Sherran liked it so much). Current batches of Vegemite have been coming out labeled Bartymite because they are sponsoring Ash Barty (Tennis player).

Other than those with more extreme opinions about Vegemite, the last few frames of this advertisment give a good idea of what I think is the most commonly amount spread on toast. Sure some like a little more and some a little less, but aim for a see through layer at first taste. I think the slice Ash actually bites into looks spread for one who likes a little bit more. :)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3t3S4blwiY

[Bushmiller]

Rich

Vegemite is one of a group of similar "spreads" that include Marmite, Promite and Bovril. if you come from the UK you like Marmite, but hate Vegemite and vice versa. The irony is that many people think that both are meat extract when in fact they are vegetable (yeast) extracts. Marmite dates from 1902 and Vegemite from 1922. I am not surprised Americans don't like it and believe we are trying to poison them. What can you expect from a nation that doesn't include beetroot on their "works" hamburgers?

Each of the "ite" products is defended by their fans with a ferocity quite out of proportion to their status in society or maybe it is in proportion. When the toilet roll issue has been settled (courtesy of Covid-19), Vegemite could well be the next product to be in short supply. :wink:

Regards
Paul

[Fuzzie]

Urban legend (?) contends the original name given to Vegemite when it was formulated to compete with Marmite was Pawill.

If marmite pawill Archives - Twisted History | Limelight Tours (https://twistedhistory.net.au/tag/if-marmite-pawill/)

[elanjacobs]

booo hiss get off this forum we are Australians here. :D

Well then you're really not gonna like me when I tell you that I couldn't give a rat's about the footy... :p

[Chesand]

Well then you're really not gonna like me when I tell you that I couldn't give a rat's about the footy... :p

In view of the very helpful information you have provided over the years, we will overlook that.:D:D

[swk]

Is it anything like miso?

No.


Last year I spent a couple of months in Japan and got to eat (drink?) a fair amount of miso soup. Before being there I didn't like it at all. After spending that time there and getting it for most breakfasts* and evening meals, I will now sort of tolerate it.

I quite like vegemite. Especially thinly spread on buttered toast (the toast has to be warm, but not so hot the butter liquefies). As for taste, I think it was Poundy said, like soy sauce. A _bit_ like a soy sauce (or ponzu sauce).

* also had a discussion which was the worst breakfast food with a Japanese guy. He didn't like vegemite, but I noted the hands down winner must be Japanese "natto". If you don't know what that is, consider yourself lucky (seriously).

Regards
SWK

[Bob38S]

Have eaten Vegemite on warm butter melted toast as well as Vegemite and a good strong cheese everyday since I was a kid. I was a kid in the days of black and white bordering on sepia.

Always have 2 bottles at home just to ensure we don’t run out. Curious observation, I have always had to pay full price as I have never, ever seen it on special - very curious.

Have been overseas on a number of occasions and resorted to the plastic tubes of Vegemite, it would be an absolute disaster should a bottle break in your luggage due to the “delicate” luggage handling practices of airport crews.

[Fuzzie]

...... natto

I actually got past just "tolerating" Natto. 2 years ago after I broke my arm I was introduced to natto as the best natural source of vitamin K2 which is reportedly very beneficial for bone growth. I ended up having it for lunch every second day for about 4 months. The first couple of weeks were challenging but after that it was just lunch.

The WORST thing about natto is the texture, not the taste. :D

[swk]

The WORST thing about natto is the texture, not the taste. :D

(Actually the natto wasn't as bad as I'd been lead to believe. My biggest problem with it is avoiding getting the slime strings in my beard. Still, after about 3 tries, not high on my list of things I ever want to do again)

Regards
SWK

[Chris Parks]

Something I shudder at the thought of is peanut butter & jelly (is that jam??) sandwiches which I hear about.

[crowie]

Something I shudder at the thought of is peanut butter & jelly (is that jam??) sandwiches which I hear about.


Me too Chris, though I've seen people have peanut paste and honey
[peanut paste is what it was marketed as when I was a boy growing up in Queensland]

[Tonyz]

Well then you're really not gonna like me when I tell you that I couldn't give a rat's about the footy... :p

Love you my brother AFL
Anti
footbull
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[AlexS]

Is it anything like miso?
Other than being salty, no.

[Uncle Al]

Vegemite have had 25% reduced salt for a while now, and have just introduced 40% reduced salt. I prefer the standard Vegemite, and plenty of it!

Alan...

[LanceC]

Something I shudder at the thought of is peanut butter & jelly (is that jam??) sandwiches which I hear about.

A quote that I saved a while ago:



Jelly is basically fruit juice with gelatin or pectin used to make it solid. Jam is puréed fruit with maybe a bit of gelatin or pectin added for consistency or just relying on natural pectin.
Gelatin is a mix of proteins, generally in a powder that crosslink and make things have a stiffer or gummy texture. It is mostly collagen but definitely has other components.
Pectin is a plant derived polysaccharide that functions like gelatin but generally contains no protein.

[rrich]

OK,
P B & J or P B & Honey

My mother's philosophy was If she cooked it, I would eat it. Sit at the table until it is gone. When she wasn't looking I would scrape it into the garbage disposal. She wasn't the greatest cook in the world either.

About an hour later P B & J would save the day. Just on the bread not a sandwich. No sense in wasting the bread.

On Wednesday the school lunch was P B & Honey. Not great but ice cream for desert saved the day.

[dmorse]

Ok, you've convinced me. I'll try it. Ordered from Amazon.

First test will be the on the recommended buttered toast in place of my usual granulated garlic and mushroom bouillon.

If that goes well I'll probably try it on a peanut butter sandwich. Or maybe a grilled peanut butter, bacon, and cheese sandwich.

[Chief Tiff]

First test will be the on the recommended buttered toast in place of my usual granulated garlic and mushroom bouillon.

:screwy: Vegemite can only be an improvement here!

Try making bread or pastry pinwheels/scrolls where you coat one side of the dough strip with Vegemite and then press it into grated cheese before rolling.

[GraemeCook]

When we lived in Boston, I had some Vegemite sent from Australia, only to find that the local supermarket in Porter Square stocked it.

Noting than American "cheese" bears little resemblence to the cheeses in other parts of the world, I found that one of my favourites was bread, butter, vegemite and "cheese".

[AlexS]

SWMBO & I don't mind peanut butter & honey sandwiches. SWMBO sometimes has it with bananas, which I consider to be a fruit that is good by itself, but can ruin anything else.

[Chief Tiff]

I will admit to having dabbled in the PB&J world once or twice; it's not too bad but not somewhere I go often.

I only really go for three types of sandwich filling:

1. Marmite.
2. Ham, lettuce and tomato with crinkle cut salt & vinegar chips.
3. Pork dripping, oh yeah! The tastiest coronary causer you'll ever come across.

[Lappa]

Vegemite, avocado and blue cheese under the grill :please2:

[Tonyz]

going out total left field but then my tastes have always been different.
Have you every tried vanilla Ice cream and pour chilli sauce over then mix through :oo: mates who have scoffed have admitted it was enjoyable...different but not totally offensive.:D

so planning on home made ice cream and vegemite..:oo: if I survive I'll let you know my thoughts. it will kill the carona virus if nothing else.

[GraemeCook]

....
Have you every tried vanilla Ice cream and pour chilli sauce over .....


Think I will stick to Para Liqueur Port on icecream.
1947 Seppelt Para Liqueur Port (738ml) - Australian (https://www.nicks.com.au/1947-seppelt-para-liqueur-port)

[damian]

Most of the important information is in SOME of the preceding posts. I think the reason it gets strong responses from Americans is it's not sweet and the flavour is very strong. If you spread it thickly it's hard to eat, especially if you were expecting a sweet taste.

My understanding is a previous owner of the brand added folate to the formula, and it's content is now so high the american regulators took exception to it. I THINK it's high in B group vitamins hence the claim of health benefits. It is to australians possibly what hot dogs and key lime pie is to americans.

Most people in australia butter their toast and sandwiches as a matter of course. I am told americans don't. If you want to try vegimite get a small quantity, spread some butter on toast and then add a near translucent layer of vegimite. That's your best first step. Then add some to a cup of hot water as you would make up bonox or similar and see if you like drinking it.

It's a bit like country music. Seems your more likely to like it if you were raised with it...There is nothing miraculous about vegimite.

Pav on the other hand....

[dmorse]

I went out to the mailbox about 10 minutes ago and there was a 220g jar of Vegemite!

I just finished eating a piece of buttered toast with about 1.5g of Vegemite, so here are my first impressions:

The first bite only gave me an intense taste of salt, but an aroma somewhat like bacon. Next bite I tasted something like sardine with a bit of soy sauce. The the third bite really punched up the umami, and the saltiness subsided a little. Each bite was getting bigger and I finished the toast with the fourth bite. By that time I could taste/smell bacon, fish sauce, mushroom, and soy sauce. I was expecting some beer/bread/yeast flavors but didn't get any of that. I guess I'll just have to keep trying until I do.:U

As I type this I'm getting a glutamic acid tingle on my lips and the side of my tongue. I'm sure I'll have some more toast tomorrow. I like this stuff. I need to do another brown rice and quinoa pilaf soon so I'll try substituting Vegemite for the mushroom bouillon.

[GraemeCook]

I went out to the mailbox about 10 minutes ago and there was a 220g jar of Vegemite!

I just finished eating a piece of buttered toast with about 1.5g of Vegemite, so here are my first impressions:

The first bite only gave me an intense taste of salt, but an aroma somewhat like bacon. Next bite I tasted something like sardine with a bit of soy sauce. The the third bite really punched up the umami, and the saltiness subsided a little. Each bite was getting bigger and I finished the toast with the fourth bite. By that time I could taste/smell bacon, fish sauce, mushroom, and soy sauce. I was expecting some beer/bread/yeast flavors but didn't get any of that. I guess I'll just have to keep trying until I do.:U

As I type this I'm getting a glutamic acid tingle on my lips and the side of my tongue. I'm sure I'll have some more toast tomorrow. I like this stuff. I need to do another brown rice and quinoa pilaf soon so I'll try substituting Vegemite for the mushroom bouillon.



Well, Dave, if you can get all that out of four bites of vegemite then you definitely have a future in wine journalism.

[Chief Tiff]

The first bite only gave me an intense taste of salt, but an aroma somewhat like bacon. Next bite I tasted something like sardine with a bit of soy sauce. The the third bite really punched up the umami, and the saltiness subsided a little. Each bite was getting bigger and I finished the toast with the fourth bite. By that time I could taste/smell bacon, fish sauce, mushroom, and soy sauce. I was expecting some beer/bread/yeast flavors but didn't get any of that. I guess I'll just have to keep trying until I do.:U

As I type this I'm getting a glutamic acid tingle on my lips and the side of my tongue. I'm sure I'll have some more toast tomorrow. I like this stuff. I need to do another brown rice and quinoa pilaf soon so I'll try substituting Vegemite for the mushroom bouillon.

Now try Marmite :D

[Bob38S]

You’ve heard of QANTAS and Jetstar, believe me, Vegemite is QANTAS, Jetstar and all of the wannabes are Marmite, Bonox etc.

IMHO.

[dmorse]

Now try Marmite :D

That's exactly what Amazon wanted me to do. I almost added it to my order. Maybe next time.

[crowie]

That's exactly what Amazon wanted me to do. I almost added it to my order. Maybe next time.


From a Vegemite eater as a boy, I tried Marmite many many years ago and yuk!!

Stick with the new found taste sensation of Vegemite.....

[Chief Tiff]

You’ve heard of QANTAS and Jetstar, believe me, Vegemite is QANTAS, Jetstar and all of the wannabes are Marmite, Bonox etc.

IMHO.

Agreed. Eating Sanitorium-brand Marmite is the equivalent to flying with Jetstar.

Nibbling on real Marmite on the other hand would be comparable to first-class travel on an Emirates A380.

[poundy]

somewhat crass but relevant cross-over from the COVID-19 thread is worth a watch. YouTube (https://youtu.be/nCtAScghAjU)

[GraemeCook]

That's exactly what Amazon wanted me to do. I almost added it to my order. Maybe next time.


Don't bother = its strictly for Poms.

[Chief Tiff]

Don't bother = its strictly for Poms.

And those with a more sophisticated palate.

(or functional taste buds :D:D:D)

[Chief Tiff]

somewhat crass but relevant cross-over from the COVID-19 thread is worth a watch. YouTube (https://youtu.be/nCtAScghAjU)

It's a bit long winded, but very well presented bit of bogan humour!

[Lappa]

Last time I tried Marmite I had to find some week old road kill to lick to get the Marmite taste out of my mouth.

[Chief Tiff]

It’s ok to hate Marmite, they advertise it that way! (https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=M29CYYyRnqA)

[rrich]

First I am greatly appreciative of a fellow forumite that sent me a tube of Vegemite. Interesting enough on the customs declaration form it was listed as Vegemite.

I've tried it two mornings in a row on my English Muffin. I don't think that I'm putting enough Vegemite on the muffin. I've increased each morning. While I am acquiring a taste for Vegemite, I don't think it will ever be a favorite. I mean it is good but not the greatest thing on earth. Maybe a few more days will tell.

I have noticed that Vegemite is salty but it hasn't raised my blood pressure by any appreciable amount. I take the blood pressure every morning for my cardiologist.

[Bob38S]

Good on you Rich for giving it a go, many are reluctant to try anything new and tend to dismiss having a go.

If I could make a suggestion, try putting a slice of cheese on the Vegemite rather than just the Vegemite on your muffin. Not totally sure how it will go with the “orange” American cheese but the “yellow” cheese is what we use.

You also may like to try if the weather is cold, putting a teaspoon of Vegemite into boiling water. A refreshing warm up on a cold winter’s night.

[alfclp]

Vegemite on buttered weetbix was given to us as kids in school lunches. Quite tatsy. Very dry to eat.

[Fuzzie]

An American English Muffin is hardly close to buttered Australian toast! Rich, I'd suggest you try it on a single slice of toasted sandwich thickness sourdough bread.

[rrich]

I love all of you blokes. Trying to convert this Yank into being a true Australian.
BTW - I did try to emigrate about 45 years ago. I talked to the embassy in Los Angeles (I think that is where it was, Maybe Washington) They told me that there was no need for computer programmers then. Oh well.

I'm not a huge fan of any type of sour dough bread. Don't know why but it just isn't to my pallet. I have been putting imitation butter (margarine) on the English muffin before the Vegemite. I think that I will try cheese.

Should I melt the cheese on top of everything?

[crowie]

Buttered toast with vegemite and melted cheese under the grill is a favourite of our grandchildren.

An alternative is butter toast with vegemite and a generous spread of mashed avocado not grilled.

[Bob38S]

Melted cheese or not is a personal taste thing, we like it either way.

Still not sure about the American cheese just don’t have it wafer thin.

[Chief Tiff]

I have been putting imitation butter (margarine) on the English muffin before the Vegemite.

Margarine? Bleugh!

Don’t stuff around with artisan breads, just plain white sliced from the supermarket is how the overwhelming majority of Aussies eat their Vegemite.

If you have a sandwich press that allows you to hold the lid at a specific height then by all means try a single slice of bread spread with BUTTER, then Vegemite, then grated cheddar cheese. Toasted on the bottom, golden brown cheese on the top and still soft in between.

If you’re still finding the taste a bit “meh” then see if you can pick up some Marmite :rolleyes:

[Fuzzie]

Don’t stuff around with artisan breads, just plain white sliced from the supermarket is how the overwhelming majority of Aussies eat their Vegemite.


I never understood the US obsession with sourdough bread until I went to the States and tasted their plain white sliced bread from the supermarket. The amount of salt and sugar used in 'standard' breads was alarming :yuk:

Things have got better over the years. Some supermarkets like Wholefoods specialize in artisanal style breads which are more like our breads but generally I found sourdough to be a safe bet.

Real butter rather than axle grease is also a requirement for a good sandwich. :winksmiley02: Don't get me started on what comes out sometimes when you order 'a sandwich'! (I do miss 'Man vs Food' series on TV though) :1eye:

[AlexS]

I did try to emigrate about 45 years ago. I talked to the embassy in Los Angeles (I think that is where it was, Maybe Washington) They told me that there was no need for computer programmers then. Oh well.
Funny thing, that. About 50 years ago when I was at the bottom of the totem pole at work, the opportunity arose for someone from our department to attend a Fortran course. No one wanted to go on it because they all thought computers would be a nine day wonder. It came down to me and I grabbed it with both hands. Doing that 2 week course made a huge difference to my career - it got me jobs that I would have had to wait years for otherwise, and took me to places I would never have seen otherwise.

[rrich]

(I do miss 'Man vs Food' series on TV though) :1eye:

Oh goodness, YES! There were one or two of the places that I had actually eaten at.

There was another show, on PBS. I think it was 'Diners of Pennsylvania'. We had flown into Pittsburgh and spent the night near the airport before driving a few hours north where the in-laws lived. (The funeral of my absolute favorite, the MIL. NOT) We are driving the back way from the airport to Route 8 to go north. I see this diner and slam on the brakes to turn saying, "Thee is where we're going to breakfast." Nothing but static from SWMBO. When she asked, I just said, "It was on PBS." As we were leaving, SWMBO says, "That was really good." We ate enough so that we didn't eat another meal for the day. And we still left what we couldn't eat.

[rrich]

Alex,
Oh goodness. FORTRAN II and then FORTRAN IV. McCracken knew it all and you could learn it from the books.

About all I ever used FORTRAN for was to do something quick and dirty. My expertise was assembler and OS code.

[AlexS]

McCracken was THE book. We used a lot of FORTRAN, and I suspect it's still in use on a lot of legacy models that I worked on. Also used a lot of DBase II & III, HP Basic & HPGL, as well as drivers for various plotters & digitisers.

[Fuzzie]

You mean this one?
470978

From the lower shelf under the woodworking books.... :2tsup:

It was also good for an OS. At least Primos (and presumable Multics)

[AlexS]

The very same.

[damian]

I seem to recall, Whitlam I think it was, in teh 70's decided computers had no future so encouraged our blossoming computer industry to shut down and go do something useful...

You know Leyland was turning a profit when in the early 80's the government of the day PAID them to shut down and lay off all their workers in aus....

Ooooow, and it make me wonder....

[GraemeCook]

I seem to recall, Whitlam I think it was, in teh 70's decided computers had no future so encouraged our blossoming computer industry to shut down and go do something useful...

You know Leyland was turning a profit when in the early 80's the government of the day PAID them to shut down and lay off all their workers in aus....

Ooooow, and it make me wonder....



Perhaps you could provide some references to these momentous events.

[rrich]

You mean this one?
470978

From the lower shelf under the woodworking books.... :2tsup:

It was also good for an OS. At least Primos (and presumable Multics)

YES! The very book.
PRIMOS = MEH. Might have been the machine itself, but. The PRIMOS did have one good security feature. When you logged in, the banner says
"Hello user name, your last login was date and time." If it said last night at 2 AM, and you knew you didn't, you knew your login had been compromised.
But then I was a Scope 3.3, OS8, RT-11 and RSX-11 nerd.
LOL!

[rrich]

OK, back on topic.

Vegemite on English Muffin with margarine (Apologies to dairy farmers) and a slice of melted Swiss (with the holes) cheese.
WOW! That was really good. I understand why school kids would really go for that.
I think that I will save the half tube that is left for when SWMBO buys some white bread and have sandwiches. I mean why waste it for breakfast.

[rrich]

Duplicate post - Deleted

Forum seemed to go to lunch about the time I posted. I got the "Do you want to leave" and I said cancel and reposted.

[dmorse]

For lunch yesterday I had a peanut butter, bacon, egg, and cheddar sandwich with Vegemite replacing my usual mustard. It was very good. LOML even liked it, and she doesn't like peanut butter.

I forgot to try it in the last batch of brown rice and quinoa I made. My rice cooker died and I was preoccupied with adjusting the recipe to the new pressure cooker I bought as a replacement. Maybe next time.

[GraemeCook]

For lunch yesterday I had a peanut butter, bacon, egg, and cheddar sandwich with Vegemite replacing my usual mustard. It was very good. LOML even liked it, and she doesn't like peanut butter.
....


I don't think any of us have tried that sandwich!

[Crunchie]

No-one seems to have mentioned my favourite: Crumpets buttered as soon as they come out of the toaster, then vegemite straight on so that it melts into the crumpet with the butter.

[Bob38S]

No-one seems to have mentioned my favourite: Crumpets buttered as soon as they come out of the toaster, then vegemite straight on so that it melts into the crumpet with the butter.

Superb. Don’t have it often this way as our favourite crumpet topping is Golden Syrup, for our USA folks that is made from sugar cane.

[GraemeCook]

No-one seems to have mentioned my favourite: Crumpets buttered as soon as they come out of the toaster, then vegemite straight on so that it melts into the crumpet with the butter.


Two problems, Crunchie:

It is sacriledge to put a crumpet in a toaster. They can only be toasted in front of an open fire.
You cannot get crumpets in the USA.

[Bob38S]

At a pinch, crumpets work fine in a sandwich maker.

[GraemeCook]

Please, do not follow Tom Hank's example.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ETHoNcaU8AE_gUU?format=jpg&name=medium

Tom Hanks' Saturday Night Live monologue takes stab at Vegemite and Australian accent - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) (https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-04-13/tom-hanks-saturday-night-live-opening-monologue-vegemite-joke/12144108)