City LifePavlova: The history of the dessert'which-to this day-is-the bone of contention between Australia and New Zealand
Pavlova - a fluffy, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, this meringue dessert, garnished with fresh whipped cream and fruit, is not only a culinary delight, but also the subject of one of the world's fiercest culinary disputes. For decades, Australia and New Zealand have been engaged in an ongoing debate over which country can claim the right to invent this sweet treat. Named after Russian prima ballerina Anna Pavlova, the dessert has become an icon of both countries' cuisines and a symbol of national pride. The story of pavlova is a fascinating tale of culinary rivalry, national identity and how one simple dessert can become the subject of an international dispute spanning nearly a century.