With the year end fast approaching, everywhere we look we are reminded of pavlova, piled high with fresh summer berries.  It could be fair to call it quintessentially kiwi, it has become that much a part of New Zealand’s identity.   

Of course, with one trans-tasman contest recently resolved in New Zealand’s favour, it seemed a fitting time to remind ourselves of the origins of another ongoing source of trans-tasman rivalry.  And with pavlova top of mind, it is also a fitting time to explore some other interesting ways to serve this kiwi egg white classic, beyond its traditional summer appearance