Pavlova. This beautiful torte was named after the Russian ballerina Pavlova because it's light and airy—and gets rave reviews! Also Pavlova is a New Zealand dessert not an Australian one. Watch Pavlova video for free
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It is actually branded as their national dessert. Spoon the berries carefully into the middle of the Pavlova, leaving a border of cream and meringue. This recipe for pavlova, a light meringue dessert, comes courtesy of actor Geoffrey Rush.
The original Down Under pavlova shapes meringue in a tall, round mound, a supposed salute to Pavlova's tutu. A great make-ahead dessert that's gluten-free, too. Serve immediately in large scoops with extra raspberry sauce.