Fresh anchovies are one of Spain’s most famous tapas: classic, flavorful, natural, and healthy. Cantabrian anchovy (Engraulis encrasicolus) fillets Olmeda Orígenes from the Cantabrian Sea, with a juicy fleshy texture and a soft salty touch. They are fished exclusively during the spring season, using traditional methods that respect the species. Once ashore in the port of Santoña, the birthplace of anchovies in Spain, they are carefully selected, cleaned, and hand-packed one by one. A unique detail: inside each tin, you’ll find a note with the name of the person who made that particular anchovy, adding a personal and authentic touch to every product. The art of the sea in a tin!
Cooking suggestion: Anchovies & white anchovies ("wedding toast"). A typical dish in Spanish gastronomy, anchovies are a must-have in any bar, tavern, or restaurant. Imagine enjoying an anchovy on a "pintxo" or in a skewer "banderilla", paired with a glass of wine or beer on a terrace – the perfect plan for a sunny day.
Origin: Santoña, Cantabria
Olmeda Origenes selects the best artisan food products, hams, cheeses from rural Spain and exports them worldwide since 1999.
From our Mediterranean and Cantabrian Sea to our Atlantic Ocean, Spain is surrounded by shoals of fish which for centuries has played an important part in our diet. These are nutritious species are captured in respect to environmental regulations and the ecosystem of our seas, and manually packed one by one to guarantee the best look and taste. Take a loin of our fishes and put it in your mouth to discover an explosion of flavors in perfect balance with the seasoning and the salty sea flavor.
| Country | Spain |
| Premium food producer | Olmeda Orígenes |