If you’ve ever wondered why Australians are so obsessed with avocado on toast, you’re not alone — and you’re not wrong. It’s basically a rite of passage back home.

But let’s set the record straight: avo smash isn’t some TikTok trend we jumped on. We were smashing avocados before brunch had PR. It’s part of our national identity, our breakfast tables, and our café menus from Sydney to Fremantle. And now, we’re bringing that obsession to Texas, with proper Aussie flair.

Avocado Toast Didn’t Start on Instagram. It Started in Australia.

Back in the late ’90s and early 2000s, Australia was in the middle of a full-blown café revolution. We weren’t just slinging bacon and eggs — we were reinventing the way people did breakfast. Think slow mornings, real food, and beautifully balanced plates that didn’t need deep fryers or bottomless mimosas to win people over.

Avo smash became the unofficial king of that era:

Crusty toast,
A mountain of ripe, mashed avo,
Sea salt, lemon, chili flakes,
A perfectly poached egg (if you know, you know).

It was clean, crave-able, and completely different from the greasy spoon breakfasts people were used to…And it stuck.

More Than Just a Bite: The Aussie Brekkie Revolution

It’s unfussy, but far from boring.
The beauty of a good avo smash lies in its simplicity. You don’t need ten ingredients or a culinary degree. What you need is great avocados, proper seasoning, and someone who gives a damn in the kitchen.
It’s healthy — but not in a ‘punish-yourself’ kind of way.
Avo smash is one of those rare meals that manages to hit the health-conscious crowd and the flavor-obsessed foodies. It’s packed with good fats, fiber, and protein (especially with that runny egg on top), but it doesn’t feel like diet food. It feels like real food.
It’s part of the Aussie café ritual.
In Australia, cafés aren’t just for caffeine. They’re mini communities. We meet there, we linger there, we unwind there. The vibe is everything. And avo smash is always on the menu — a sign that you’re somewhere that cares about the experience. Read more about our café culture HERE.

In Summary:

Avocado on toast isn’t just something we do. It’s something we’ve perfected. Long before it landed on Pinterest boards or brunch menus around the world, it was already a staple in Australian homes and cafés.

For us, avo smash is more than just a meal — it’s a moment. It’s that first sip of coffee on a slow morning. It’s catching up with mates over good food made with care. It’s simple, satisfying, and unmistakably Aussie.

So yeah… we’ll keep smashing it — just like we always have.