Pavlova as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Pavlova is absolutely in that category. The intensely savoury from Vegemite quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. bush tucker wattle seed does work that no substitute can replicate.

Australian cuisine has absorbed multicultural influences and developed a distinct contemporary style. There's something about the a backyard barbie context that reinforces the comfort effect. flat white coffee alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.