Duo wins MKR NZ by just one point   29 Oct 2014

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Neena and Belinda have won the first season of My Kitchen Rules New Zealand.

The "Modern Day Hippies" beat Aaron and Heather in tonight's finale, taking out the TV One reality show 52 points to 51.

After their win, the tearful duo - who favoured healthy eating and nutritious food options throughout the series - said they went into the competition wanting to stay "true to ourselves".

"We can't wait to consolidate our dreams and make them bigger and brighter for our entire family," they said.

The pair won after serving up lamb with harissa and a passionfruit dessert three ways during the show's tough five course finale.

"Polynesian Cooks" Aaron and Heather took several risks, including serving a flash version of boil up for one of their courses, but couldn't hide their disappointment.

"I'm disappointed to get so close to the finish line and get pipped by a point. They have been hard competitors. They deserved it," they said.

Judges praised Neena and Belinda's "consistently amazing" menus throughout the show's 30 episodes.

"You have the skills, techniques and palates that would rival many professional chefs," said judge Nadia Lim.

They take home the show's $100,000 prize.

- NZ Herald

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