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THE BUZZY BEE
The popular toy was first designed in the 1930s by Maurice Schlesinger, and featured a
bee with rotating wings and a clicking noise when the wings were pulled. It first became popular during the post-war baby boom, and an animated
TV series Buzzy Bee and
Friends was made. Today, you can see it on books, jigsaws
and even clothing, but nothing beats bringing your nieces and nephews the real thing. (buzzybee.co.nz)
LEMON & PAEROA
Traditionally made with lemon juice and carbonated mineral water from the town of Paeroa, L&P is New Zealand’s most famous soft drink. Its intentionally pretentious advertising slogan ‘World famous in New Zealand’ has become a popular Kiwi saying today. If you’re serious about getting to the source of things, let curiosity drive you to the town of Paeroa. You will be greeted by a very large bottle
at the end of the street explaining the history of the drink. Here’s to a refreshing souvenir you wouldn’t want to miss!
NUMBER 8 WIRE
This humble 0.16” gauge wire has entered ‘kiwiana’ status for good reason. As this wire was traditionally the most preferred wire for sheep fencing, it lent itself to several other tasks. Today, it is a symbol of the Kiwi adaptability, and is used as a phrase to mean fixing something with some ingenuity. Who needs a handyman!
EDMUNDS COOKERY BOOK
This recipe book has become a quintessential ingredient in New Zealand kitchens. First published by a manufacturer of baking powder in 1908 as a marketing
tool, it has today sold over three million copies, and remains the bestselling New Zealand book today. It is said that every Kiwi has an Edmonds recipe to which special memories are attached. The book was even chosen as part of the A to Z of New Zealand stamp series produced by New Zealand post. Know anyone who enjoys cooking? You know what to do. (edmondscooking.co.nz)
PAVLOVA
This meringue-based dessert was named after the Russian ballerina Anna Pavlova when she toured Australia &
New Zealand in the 1920s. This debatable dessert is often the centre of a friendly trans-Tasman rivalry as to its Kiwi or Australian origins. Be sure to ask for this crisp dessert with a moist marshmallow- like centre when you visit New Zealand. We recommend leading Auckland restaurant Euro for a delectable mini pavlova with feijoa sorbet, manuka honey meringue and raspberry shard. Irresistible! (Euro,+649-3099866 | 22/147QuaySt, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand)
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