Pavlova: The Ballerina's Cake

Disputed fiercely between Australia and New Zealand, the Pavlova is defined by its crust: crisp and white like a tutu, shattering to reveal a marshmallow-soft interior. Topped with whipped cream and tart fruits like passionfruit and kiwi to cut the sweetness of the meringue, it is the quintessential summer dessert of the Southern Hemisphere.