Fish & Seafood

Robust flavours of the sea. Delicate smokiness. Plump, sashimi texture. A chef's dream! Conservas Nardin only buys anchovies caught in the Cantabrian Sea; the fish destined to be used for their smoked anchovies are brined, rather than salted, and then cold smoked whole over beechwood before being filleted and then tinned in olive oil. They are tender and moist, mildly fishy and lightly smoky, truly delicious.

Intense umami, perfect balance of fish, sea, savoury & salt. Fished in Basque waters. The Cantabrian anchovies from Conservas Nardín are one of the most highly regarded semi-preserves for their flavour and texture. Only using the highest quality anchovies, the Engraulis encrasicolus, purchased in the Getaria fish market, directly from the fishermen who catch them in the Bay of Biscay. These are fished at the optimal time, in the spring months. During the season, they select the highest quality and ideal size , based on years of experience. To maintain the quality and flavour, they only buy those that can be produced the same day. Prepared entirely by hand , carefully cleaning them and respecting their maturing process in salt, after which they obtain the ideal texture and flavour.

Galicia is justly famed for its octopus cooks (pulpeiros) and its archetypal recipes "pulpo a la Gallega" and "pulpo a la Feria" which rely on the quality of the raw materials, the best of which, like this octopus, come from the coast of Morocco. These tentacles are steamed in their own juices and are tender, versatile and flavoursome. Use cold in salads, heat through in their juice or brown them quickly on the BBQ for stunning results. 

Tender, indulgent texture. Sear on the barbecue, dress with paprika and oil. Galicia is justly famed for its octopus cooks (pulpeiros) and its archetypal recipes "pulpo a la Gallega" and "pulpo a la Feria" which rely on the quality of the raw materials, the best of which, like this octopus, come from the coast of Morocco. These tentacles are steamed in their own juices and are tender, versatile and flavoursome. Use cold in salads, heat through in their liquid or brown them quickly on the BBQ for stunning results. 

Tender, moist, flavourful. The star of rustic stews, fresh salads, dips. Easy to desalt at home.Salt cod has been a staple of Basque cookery for many hundreds of years. The best fish come from the cold Atlantic waters around Iceland and Faroe Islands and these are then brought to Spain where they are salted by experts. This style of cod, bacalao verde, is not as heavily salted as traditional types. However, this product still needs to be de-salted by soaking in water for at least 12 hours before use. Ideally the water should be changed several times. 

Tender, moist, flavourful. The star of rustic stews, fresh salads, dips. Easy to desalt at home. Salt cod has been a staple of Basque cookery for many hundreds of years. The best fish come from the cold Atlantic waters around Iceland and Faroe Islands and these are then brought to Spain where they are salted by experts. This style of cod, bacalao verde, is not as heavily salted as traditional types. However, this product still needs to be de-salted by soaking in water for at least 12 hours before use. Ideally the water should be changed several times. 

Conservas Nardin only buys mackerel caught in the Cantabrian Sea; the fish destined to be used for their smoked mackerel are brined, rather than salted, and then cold smoked whole over beechwood before being filleted, trimmed and then tinned in olive oil. They are tender, moist and succulent with a beautifully balanced taste.

Delicate flavour, tender texture. Cantabrian fillets in vinaigrette. Versatile, everyone's favourite fish. Conservas Nardin only buys anchovies caught in the Cantabrian Sea; the fish destined to be boquerones are marinated for about 8-12 hours in white wine vinegar before being drained, filleted and then packed in sunflower oil. They are firm and juicy, with an excellent balance of acidity and richness, truly delicious. Boquerones are a key element of the Spanish aperitivo (a pre-dinner drink and snack ritual). Served by themselves or with some crisps, they are excellent accompanied by vermut or white wine.

Ortiz bonito tuna (Thunnus alalunga) is a smallish tuna generally weighing less than 20kg. All of the fish that Ortiz buy is caught on rod and line in the Bay of Biscay and then processed by hand. The flesh is a pale colour and has a delicate flavour that is at its best when eaten simply, in a salad for example.

Elegant flavour of fish heightened by the sharpness of the vinegar escabeche. Ortiz bonito tuna (Thunnus alalunga) is a smallish tuna generally weighing less than 20kg. All of the fish that Ortiz buy is caught on rod and line in the Bay of Biscay and then processed by hand. Pale pinky white, low fat with a very delicate flavour, preserved in vinaigrette.

Rich, succulent sardinillas. Unique Galician Rías ecosystem. Gently grilled. Pop on rustic toast. All of these sardines are fished in the plankton-rich waters off the coast of Galicia, between June and October, and processed immediately. They are prepared by hand and put into wire trays and gently steamed, before being packed by hand into tins, which are filled up with olive oil. They have a firm texture and a mild, deeply agreeable flavour. This product has been awarded with 2 stars in the Great Taste Awards 2016. The judges' comments were: "Tiny sardines that are bathed in very pleasant-tasting oil. We love their size and their firm texture and simple uncomplicated but good flavour. Very agreeable sardines! They would be great for canapes or other finger foods because of their size too."

These large, plump sardines are caught at dawn in the waters near Rianxo, Rio de Arousa, using Xeito – a sustainable fishing method dating back to the 15th century. With only 425 licensed boats in Galicia, it remains a rare and highly respectful way of fishing. Each sardine is carefully taken from the net by hand to prevent bruising, then canned the very same day without ever being frozen. This meticulous process preserves their firm flesh and glossy skin, resulting in a delicate flavour and silky texture. Enjoy them on their own, with crusty bread, or alongside fresh vegetables for a simple yet exceptional tapa. A true taste of Galicia’s maritime heritage.

Sardines in rich tomato sauce: a classic recipe from Galicia and Portugal. Try on a baked potato! Sustainably sourced from the Gulf of Cádiz and the Algarve, these sardines are fished in season by small boats and processed entirely by hand. Presented in fully recyclable packaging, they offer both quality and care in every tin. Produced by La Narval—a brand celebrated for its commitment to responsible sourcing and standout packaging—this tin reflects the growing global appreciation for premium tinned fish. 

These top quality mussels are cultivated in the Galician estuaries in floating platforms called bateas. From the Ria de Arousa, the largest mussel farm in the world, they are larger and meatier than most. To prepare them to gourmet standards their hairs are cut with scissors to get a smoother mussel. They are boiled and then fried before being hand packed in a gentle, very fine, marinade made from fresh ingredients. These mussels are large and meaty and the escabeche is very gentle, warm with a slight sharp finish. The simplest way to serve these is to top a Sarriegui crisp with a mussel and down it in one or just with a piece of freshly baked sour dough. From the book "Brindisa - The True Food of Spain": "To add a touch of freshness and colour, drain the mussels from their tin, keeping the marinade to one side. Finely chop 1 medium ripe tomato, 1/4 medium red pepper and the white of spring onion and mix into the marinade. Put the mussels back in the tin and spoon the marinade over the top." A 1-star Great Taste Awards winner in 2024