Prime Minister Scott Morrison tells us to "make a pav this weekend" and we're all for it!

“Make a pav this weekend”

Our Prime Minister gets serious to fight food tampering and we can do our part - by Diana Moore

Cath Muscat

In the wake of the strawberry crisis across the country following food tampering cases where strawberries are being spiked with needles, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has urged Australians to “make a pav this weekend” and top it with strawberries to support farmers affected by people’s reluctance to buy the fruit.

Australian PM Scott Morrison urges nation to make a pavlova

Home Beautiful is here to help with a fabulous recipe for the perfect pavlova and a host of delicious serving alternatives.

Recipe: Pavlova wreath with strawberries, pomegranate & figs

Pavlova wreath with strawberries, pomegranate & figs | Home Beautiful Magazine

The only pavlova recipe you'll ever need

Black forest pavlova

Eton mess cheesecake

Gooey chocolate meringues

Whichever one you choose, remember to top it with a couple of punnets of strawberries to boost the struggling farmers whose livelihoods have been gravely affected by the wave of food tampering incidents.

If pavlova is not your thing, choose one of our favourite strawberry dessert recipes to serve instead!

Diana Moore

Content expert, florist and interior decorator Diana Moore has been passionate about helping others make the perfect home ever since she moved into her own. From styling her local bar to feel like your best friend’s lounge room, to randomly restyling people’s bookshelves, Diana is a firm believer in making the best of what you have in front of you.