Portugal 

Pastel de Belem the little egg tarts were chosen to represent Portugal in an EU food event in 2006. It's small and sweet, sprinkled with cinnamon and powdered sugar, the authentic variety is sold by only one bakery in Lisbon today, and it's rumoured that the recipe is known by only three people in the world.

Is the most popular meal in Portuguese cuisine. It is a dish you will probably see at most Portuguese restaurants or events, because it is just so simple to make and so delicious. It is a combination of salted cod, onions and thinly chopped, fried potatoes, and boiled eggs. It is usually garnished with black olives and sprinkled with fresh parsley.

By the beach, in the towns, even in the hills, grilled sardines are the epitomy of summer to most locals and many visitors. Seasoned with salt, popped on the grill and then served up with a tomato salad and new potatoes - tasty and healthy. Use your fingers when you eating the sardines like a local, and on a slice of bread.

A traditional Portuguese fish stew, cataplana is a Moorish dish which was first introduced to Portugal back in the 8th century. Ingredients vary from region to region and restaurant to restaurant, but it always includes some white fish, potatoes, seafood, peppers and a hint of chilli. To enjoy it at its best, it should be eaten straight from the pot with warm crusty bread.​( Portuguese Dishes to Tempt Any Gastronome. 2014).