n Italy, Easter is incomplete without the iconic Colomba di Pasqua. Shaped like a dove, this soft, sweet bread is similar to panettone and is topped with almonds and sugar crystals. 

One of the most beloved Easter treats is the Hot Cross Buns. These soft buns, marked with a cross on top, are flavoured with spices and dried fruits and are traditionally eaten on Good Friday. 

In Poland, Easter Sunday begins with a festive breakfast featuring dishes like Żurek, often served with sausage and boiled eggs. 

This braided sweet bread is flavoured with spices like mahleb and often decorated with red-dyed eggs. It is enjoyed alongside festive meals and holds deep cultural significance. 

Made with toasted bread, syrup, nuts, raisins, and cheese, this dish has symbolic meanings tied to the Passion of Christ, with each ingredient representing an aspect of the crucifixion story.

This slightly sweet, rich bread is often decorated with religious symbols and shared with family after being blessed in church.