Lamington invented in New Zealand, new research proves 'beyond doubt' (2024)

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Lamington invented in New Zealand, new research proves 'beyond doubt'? ›

'Lamington Invented in New Zealand, New Research Proves,' ran the headline. Proof was a watercolour dating back to 1888, eight years before Lord Lamington oversaw Brizzie. Summer Pantry, the painting by J.R. Smythe, depicted a kitchen sideboard with a half-nibbled cake in view.

So, where is the lamington from? Despite some interesting claims from New Zealand, the origin of the lamington began between 1896 to 1901 in Toowoomba, Brisbane.

While there is some debate about the exact origin of lamingtons, they are widely associated with Australia. The most commonly accepted story is that lamingtons were named after Lord Lamington, who served as the Governor of Queensland, Australia, from 1896 to 1901.

This Australian cake was first invented in Queensland, with a recipe appearing in the Queensland Country Life newspaper as early as 1900. According to Queensland Government House, the lamington was created by the chef of the state's eighth governor, Lord Lamington, to feed unexpected visitors.

In Croatia they are called Čupavci. Croatians are possibly the biggest consumers and makers of this dessert.” The literal translation of Čupavci in Croatian are “the dishevelled bunch” and I've made these in the “traditional” basic Australian way. No filling and very dishevelled.

We stock a number of lamingtons in our range including traditional lamingtons, lamington fingers, jam lamingtons and even raspberry lamingtons. We sell and deliver lamingtons to the USA and the rest of the world.

Some Australians shorten the name to "Lammo" (singular) or "Lammos" (plural).

In its relaunched online edition, the dictionary says the first recorded Pavlova recipe appeared in New Zealand in 1927. This was in a book called Davis Dainty Dishes, published by the Davis Gelatine company, and it was a multi-coloured jelly dish.

Lamingtons are covered with coconut shavings or desiccated coconut. The cake is known as the “most Australian cake”. Lamingtons are eaten on special occasions like Australia Day. Since the dessert is popular and important to Australian culture, it was honored with a special day to celebrate it.

Ystervarkies (South African lamingtons) are small cubes of cake that are dipped in chocolate sauce and then rolled in coconut, to resemble hedgehogs. We call them “ystervarkies”, because that is the Afrikaans word for “hedgehog”.

Where did the Pink lamington come from? ›

Pretty as a picture, these pink cakes originate from Australia. There is some controversy about their origins. Some say they were named after Baron Lamington, the Governor of Queensland from 1895 to 1901.

Make an Australian favourite with this perfectly sized pan. With a depth of 40mm, it allows you to bake a sponge high enough to make the perfect sized lamingtons.

Tasmania fast facts

Tasmania is often referred to as the 'Holiday Isle' or the 'Apple Isle'. Tasmania is the only Australian state that is an island. Measuring only 85 metres across, Tasmania's border is the shortest border of any Australian state or territory.

In its relaunched online edition, the dictionary says the first recorded Pavlova recipe appeared in New Zealand in 1927. This was in a book called Davis Dainty Dishes, published by the Davis Gelatine company, and it was a multi-coloured jelly dish.

You'll currently find us at local markets in and around Stockport and The Heatons and our Lamingtons are also available for both individual and wholesale orders. Get in touch for more info.