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Critics Favor 2026 NZ Chocolate Lumps Over 2019 Egg

7/16/2026

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  • The Herald Lifestyle team surveyed novelty chocolate releases in New Zealand from 2019 through 2026 and opened a poll for readers to choose their favorite.
  • Jenni Mortimer said Pascall Hokey Pokey Lumps 2023 offered only weak nostalgia.
  • JM criticized Cadbury Creme Egg Block 2019 for too much chocolate and insufficient gooey filling.
  • Other reviewers praised Pascall Passionfruit Pavlova Lumps 2026 and Whittaker’s Jelly Tip Block 2015 as standout nostalgic flavors.