The Chiko Roll is an Australian cultural icon, often found at sporting events and fish-and-chip shops. It was inspired by the Chinese spring roll but designed to be much sturdier. Frank McEncroe, a boilermaker from Bendigo, wanted a snack that could be held in one hand at a football match, leaving the other hand free to hold a beer. The name 'Chiko' is short for 'Chicken Roll,' although the original recipe ironically contained no chicken—it was a mix of mutton, barley, cabbage, carrots, and celery. The roll is famous for its thick, doughy skin that is deep-fried to a hard crunch, making it durable enough to survive the rough environment of a sports stadium.