The Art of Arroz

Grown in the Ebro delta in Tarragona, this Bomba rice is capable of absorbing up to three times its weight in liquid, which means that it takes on the flavour of the cooking stock most effectively.  It makes a perfect paella, not only flavoursome, but with each grain of rice separate from the other. Illa de Riu is a third-generation family company, who grow exceptionally high quality rice. They have channelled their resources into improving the seed stocks of the rices they cultivate, and hence are responsible for growing some of the best rice in Spain.   

Intense flavours. Tomato powered, adds colour and dimension. A red fish broth for hearty fish dishes. A concentrated fish stock made with fish, shrimp, squid, onion, garlic, tomato, carrot, leek, olive oil, wine, pepper and sugar. Perfect for making paella, fish soup or seafood stew. Shake well before use and add water and salt to taste.

Spice & saffron powder blend for paella. Additive-free mix of spices to flavour paella. This seasoning pack is ideal for rice dishes but can also be used in marinades for chicken and  in stews generally. How to use: empty the sachet into the paella pan before adding the rice. Do not add any other spice, only add salt if necessary. Proportion: 1 sachet per 6 servings (600/700 g of rice).

This rice is cultivated on the Moorish built river terraces of the town of Calasparra in Murcia. The variety (balilla x sollana) is highly absorbent taking up about 2.5 times its weight in liquid, so it can really show off the flavour of a good stock.

Potent sweetness. Crimson red. Flamed then hand peeled & packed. Super versatile.  Brought back to Spain from the Americas by returning conquistadores, these small red peppers are a very mild variety of chili. Grown in the Lodosa DOP area in Navarra these piquillo peppers are roasted whole and then peeled by hand. The peppers are a deep scarlet and their flavour is intense, sweet and mildly piquant. A 1-star Great Taste Awards winner in 2025 Note from the judges: "These are attractive piquillo peppers and taste natural. The peppers are meaty and firm. They are sweet and the judges like the large pieces. They would be a great store cupboard ingredient."  

The classic Mediterranean tomato sauce is given extra depth of flavour and body from the addition of roasted piquillo peppers. The intense flavour of the sauce works particularly well with chorizo, game and red meats or in rich vegetable stews. Serving suggestions: use as the base for a chickpea and chorizo stew, in huevos rancheros, as the filling for empanadas, in pollo al chilindrón or bean stews.

Fragrant, edge of bitterness. Hand-picked highest grade Iranian crocus stigma. Infuse for flavour. The most expensive spice in the world has long been used in the Moorish influenced south of Spain. Each stigma is still picked by hand and it takes 250,000 flowers to produce 1kg of saffron stamens. This high quality, Mancha grade saffron is grown in Iran, which is responsible for 90% of global production.

Whilst the majority of rice in Spain is grown in the delta of the Rio Ebro in Valencia, this rice is cultivated on the Moorish built river terraces of the town of Calasparra in Murcia.  The variety (balilla x sollana) is highly absorbent taking up about 2.5 times its weight in liquid, so it can really show off the flavour of a good stock.

This cooking chorizo has the characteristic touch of the region of Astorga, in Castilla y León. The vibrant colour and aromas of the paprika are not overshadowed by the spices. This cooking chorizo has a pleasant warmth, a savoury taste and a lasting finish. Approximate weight 750g-800g Ideal for simmering in water, wine or cider. A perfect companion to beans and pulses: serve on a bed of lentils and winter vegetables, a summer lentil salad, or, once grilled, add a few slices to a bean and vegetable stew. Great with our heirloom Faba beans. 

Roast pork taste. Hot paprika kick at the end. Fires up bean stews. Great to grill on the parilla. These cooking chorizos have been one of Brindisa's most popular products for more than 20 years: exceptionally versatile, they can be grilled, fried, poached or casseroled with equally good results.The flavour is pleasingly meaty, the texture is firm.Each pack contains 6 pieces with an approximate weight of 350g  See our recipe for the famous Brindisa Chorizo Roll.

Gentle paprika warmth and richness. Traditional style cooking chorizo. Great on the parilla grill. These cooking chorizos have been one of Brindisa's most popular products for more than 20 years: exceptionally versatile, they can be grilled, fried, poached in wine or cider, or casseroled with equally good results.  The flavour is pleasingly meaty, the texture is firm. Each pack contains six pieces with an approximate weight of 350g

Gentle paprika warmth and richness. Traditional style cooking chorizo. Great on the parilla grill. These cooking chorizos have been one of Brindisa's most popular products for more than 20 years: exceptionally versatile, they can be grilled, fried, poached or casseroled with equally good results. The flavour is pleasingly meaty, the texture is firm. Approximately 250g

Spanish black pudding. Dense with rice, fragrant with cumin. Slice and fry or grill. Like the UK, Spain has many regional variations of black pudding, known as morcilla in Spanish. Morcilla de Burgos originates in Castilla y León and has a dry firm texture, due to the inclusion of rice, and shows a Moorish influence in the use of cumin as a seasoning. Approximately 285g  

Adds depth to sauces & dishes. Finely-ground. Peppers dry over oak fires. Produced in the La Vera DOP in Extremadura from peppers that have been grown in one of the 52 villages within the DOP. The peppers are smoked by the growers before being sent to the factory, where they are ground in stone mills, to preserve the quality. This smoked paprika had a mild, bittersweet flavour. If you’re looking for something with more of a hint of spice, try the hot variant of our La Chinata smoked paprika.

Adds kick to sauces & dishes alike. Finely-ground. Peppers dry over oak fires. This paprika is produced in La Vera DOP, Extremadura from peppers that have been grown in one of the 52 villages within the DOP. The peppers are smoked by the growers before being sent to the factory, where they are ground in stone mills, to preserve the quality. This smoked paprika has a warm and smoky flavour, with a gentle hint of heat. If you’re looking for something with less spice, try the mild variant of our La Chinata smoked paprika.

Riojan recipe. Rich, balanced, oaky. Long matured. A unique chorizo. Easy slicing. Embutidos Alejandro buy their pork from a small number of pig farmers, with whom they have worked for many years, producing excellent meat. Their coarse cut, mildly spiced, cured Magno velita chorizo is one of their iconic products: cured for a minimum of 60 days it is a great chorizo, moist, with an excellent balance of lean and fat and a clean, lingering flavour. Any surface mould on this product is entirely natural and should just be rubbed off with a damp cloth

Juicy, aromatic, smoky Riojan recipe. Distinct heat. Pan fry for cocktail coins. This style of chorizo is halfway between a cooking chorizo and a cured one; this means that it can either be cooked, or eaten on its own, but sliced more thickly than you would a fully cured chorizo.  Made using only meat from the shoulder, belly and jaw combined with either hot or mild smoked paprika and subsequently dried for a couple of weeks.

This style of chorizo is halfway between a cooking chorizo and a cured one; this means that it can work well in a number of different recipes, or eaten on its own, but sliced more thickly than you would a fully cured chorizo. Made with the same ingredients as the Alejandro Barbacoa cooking chorizo but with mild, smoked paprika and subsequently dried for a couple of weeks.

Sobrasada is a cured, soft-textured pork sausage. Made from the meat of pigs fed on organic cereals, legumes and foraged food. Cured by a specialist family company in Segovia. With a melting texture and pleasant smokiness, it pairs particularly well with something sweet, making it delicious when drizzled with honey. Use like a pâté or stir into dishes. 300g in weight

Roast pork taste. Hot paprika kick at the end. Fires up bean stews. Great to grill on the parilla. These cooking chorizos, spiced with mild- and hot-smoked paprika, are free from any artificial colourings or preservatives and are an excellent ingredient in many different dishes. At their best poached in wine or cooked in a casserole, they add a depth of flavour, a hint of smokiness and a beautiful colour to whatever they are cooked with. This product has been awarded with 1 star in the Great Taste Awards 2016. The judges' comments were: "Plump, generously sized sausage with a good colour, nice presentation, not a traditional chorizo appearance. The flavour is good and spicy. Juicy and smoky from the paprika."

Potent sweetness. Crimson red. Flamed then hand peeled and packed. Great impact in any dish. Brought back to Spain from the Americas by returning conquistadores, these small red peppers are a very mild variety of chili. Grown and packed in Navarra, these piquillo peppers are roasted and then peeled by hand. The strips are a byproduct of the peeling and their flavour is intense, sweet and mildly piquant.

This is a unique, artisan oil made from 100% Arbequina olives grown on a single estate in Toledo. Naturally creamy and delicate, it has aromas of banana and fresh grass, a ripe olive fruit flavour, low bitterness and a gentle peppery finish. After pressing, the oil travels to Plasencia in Extremadura where it is traditionally smoked for 15 days over holm oak wood in the same chambers used to produce Pimentón de la Vera DOP. This collaboration with Netasa, master makers of La Chinata paprika, gives the oil its distinctive, powerfully smoky depth. Production is strictly limited to the capacity of one olive farm, with each bottle individually numbered and sealed with wax. Perfect for drizzling over grilled meats and vegetables, finishing soups and sauces, or adding a rich, smoky note to everyday dishes.

Potent sweetness. Crimson red. Flamed then hand peeled and packed. Super versatile. Brought back to Spain from the Americas by returning conquistadores, these small red peppers are a very mild variety of chilli. Grown in the Lodosa DOP in Navarra these piquillo peppers are roasted and then peeled by hand.  The peppers are a deep scarlet and their flavour is intense, sweet and mildly piquant.

This sauce is a classic base for many Mediterranean dishes. The rich tomato and sweet onion flavours match equally well with fish, meat or vegetables. Add herbs, chillis or capers to customise it to your tastes. Serving suggestions: add to a seafood stew, use as the base for arroz con pollo, as a simple pasta sauce, in patatas a la importancia, homemade baked beans or empanada.