Kiwis are known for many things and one of those things are our culinary innovations and creations. Here is the top 10 list of the most Iconic Kiwi foods.
Pavlova
Some (mainly Australians) will argue Pavlova is not a Kiwi-originated dish but let’s be honest it most definitely is.
Hokey Pokey Ice Cream
One of our great frozen culinary inventions, top 5 ice cream flavours of all time
L&P (Lemon & Paeroa)
L&P + Fish and Chips = god tier
Fish and Chips
Many places have fish and chips but only New Zealand has the best, if they have that poster of all the NZ fish on the wall, you know it’s going to be good.
Marmite
So iconic when there was a shortage it was labelled “Marmageddon”
Kumara (Sweet Potato)
Boil up Stable
Meat Pie
One of the only foods everyone can agree on for breakfast, lunch and dinner. There are so many varieties as well but nothing beats a classic steak and cheese.
Whitebait Fritters
Often considered a delicacy fresh whitebait cooked into an egg patty, paired with a slice of white bread, actually nothing better.
Jaffas
No, we’re not talking about the nickname for Aucklanders but the little red chocolates, often complimentary items with hot chocolates.
Cheese Rolls
Famous in Southland, a very simple yet outstanding dish, melted cheese rolled up in a toasted piece of bread. Utterly delicious and Iconic
