Australian Homemade facts for kids
Australian Homemade is a company that has stores selling yummy treats like chocolates, ice creams, and candies. It started as an ice cream shop in Belgium, called "Australian," opened by a businessman named Frederik Van Isacker. Later, in 2001, a Dutch businessman bought the rights to open "Australian Homemade" stores in other countries. It's important to know that the original Belgian "Australian" ice cream brand is still around, but it's a completely separate company from Australian Homemade today.
Australian Homemade stores are now famous for their delicious chocolate candies, as well as their ice creams and other sweets. You might notice that their products sometimes have designs inspired by the beautiful art of Indigenous Australians.
Today, there are more than 50 Australian Homemade stores. You can find them in countries like the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, and the United States.
Understanding Art and Culture
Some Indigenous Australians felt upset about Australian Homemade using designs that looked like their traditional art. They said the company was using their cultural designs without asking for permission. This is sometimes called cultural appropriation, which means taking something from another culture without understanding or respecting its original meaning or owners.
Australian Homemade explained that the designs were created by a Dutch artist. This artist was inspired by Indigenous Australian art but did not mean to cause any offense. The company also said they were working with a group called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Commission. This group helps to promote important issues for Indigenous Australians.
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