In 1840 the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between the British Crown and various MÄori chiefs, bringing New Zealand into the British Empire and giving MÄori equal rights with British citizens. There was extensive British settlement throughout the rest of the century.he history of New Zealand dates back at least 700 years to when it was discovered and settled by Polynesians, who developed a distinct MÄori culture centred on kinship links and land. The first European explorer to sight New Zealand was Abel Janszoon Tasman on 13 December 1642.
Definition of PICCALILLI. : a relish of chopped vegetables and spices. See piccalilli defined for kids.
To make Piccalilli, the vegetables are washed and chopped, then salted to draw the moisture out and let stand overnight. Excess moisture would weaken the acidity needed to safely make this preserve. The next day, the vegetables are drained, and the excess salt is rinsed off.n the Netherlands, Piccalilli is popular on French fries in the south of the country, and in Amsterdam. It can also make appearances at Dutch Rice Tables. Dutch brands of Piccalilli are sold commercially.