September was a busy month at LI as our Regional Marketing Manager Larissa Merz was in Russia, Kazakhstan and Turkey, participating in a number of New Zealand-themed events. Every city was buzzing with activities, as large groups of attendees gathered to learn about the exciting opportunities Languages International offers to international students. There were school presentations, meetings with universities, alumni reunions, Kiwiana quizzes and even (wait for it!) hands-on workshops on NZ cuisine. We are happy to say that New Zealand pavlova dessert has won the hearts of everyone from Siberia to Istanbul. What an incredible experience for all! Here are some photos from the trip.

Larissa Merz making New Zealand pavlova
Regional Marketing Manager Larissa Merz decorating mini pavlovas. Pavlova is New Zealand’s national dessert

Mini pavlovas
The finished product

Guests learning about NZ pavlova
Regional Marketing Manager Larissa Merz teaching guests about New Zealand’s national dessert.

Guests enjoying their pavlova
Guests got to enjoy some delicious New Zealand pavlova

Competition winners with their certificates
Competition winners with their certificates

Students getting instructions for Languages International's pre-test
Larissa talking to students about Languages International

Students taking Languages International's pre-test
Students taking Languages International’s pre-test

Meeting students in Kazakhstan
Larissa meeting students in a café in Kazakhstan

NZ silver fern coffee art in Kazakhstan
New Zealand silver fern coffee art in Kazakhstan. The silver fern is a national symbol of New Zealand.