General
pav-off
What does pav-off mean?
The long-running friendly dispute between New Zealand and Australia over which country invented the pavlova dessert.
"Every Christmas the pav-off with our Aussie mates flares up again."
Origin
Colloquial framing of the NZ-Australia culinary rivalry over the pavlova's origin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the pav-off?
The pav-off is the long-running friendly rivalry between New Zealand and Australia over which country invented the pavlova dessert.
Who really invented the pavlova?
Both New Zealand and Australia claim it, and the origin is genuinely disputed; research suggests early versions appeared in New Zealand, but the debate continues good-naturedly.
What is a pavlova?
A pavlova is a meringue-based dessert with a crisp crust and soft marshmallowy inside, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit, popular in both countries especially at Christmas.
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