Europe is filled with diverse countries and delicious cuisines – all of which have their own unique blend of cultural, historical and geographical influences. From the hearty, winter-proof foods of Scandinavia to Mediterranean meals made with the finest sun-soaked produce, we've narrowed down Europe's best national dishes, each so woven into the culinary fabric, it seems to sum up the country on one plate (or in one bowl).

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover the finest national dishes Europe has to offer – how many have you tried?