Hotdogs and popcorn as Americans celebrate Super Bowl XL in NZ

William McCormick, centre, with April Van Berkun from the US and her New Zealand husband Michael. Picture / Dean Purcell

United States Ambassador William McCormick was one of dozens of Americans who enjoyed Super Bowl XL at the Cavalier Tavern in Ponsonby yesterday.

The Ambassador was a guest of the American Club, which had adorned the tavern in American flags and gone overboard with hotdogs and popcorn.

He said Mr McCormick had a great time in a jovial atmosphere, which included a halftime performance from the Rolling Stones.

However, the Ambassador's team, the Seattle Seahawks, went down to the Pittsburgh Steelers 21-10.