Influencer Sparks Outrage Over Sausage Sizzle 'Hotdog'

An American beauty influencer's recent visit to a Gold Coast Bunnings store has ignited a passionate debate across Australia. James Charles, while holidaying on the Gold Coast, was encouraged by fans to try the popular Bunnings sausage sizzle. Upon encountering the charity barbecue outside the hardware store, Charles expressed his bewilderment, questioning why sausages were being sold there and admitting he didn't know what a "sausage sizzle" was.

The most contentious moment occurred when Charles sampled the sausage sandwich. He declared it "just a hotdog" and commented on the bread-to-sausage ratio, despite ultimately rating it a "ten out of ten" and praising its charitable cause. This comment, however, triggered widespread reactions from Australians online, with many expressing mock outrage and defending the sausage sizzle as a unique cultural item.

The influencer's video quickly garnered significant attention, eliciting a range of responses from playful fury to appreciative comments. Despite the initial uproar over his 'hotdog' remark, many Australians seemed amused and even pleased that Charles had embraced the iconic snack, even if he misunderstood its cultural significance.