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Mediterranean Seafood US: Sourcing & Quality Guide
The Ultimate Guide to Sourcing Mediterranean Seafood in the US: Quality, Sustainability, and the Cold ChainFor decades, the vibrant coastal flavors of Mediterranean seafood from Spain, France, Italy, and Greece were experiences reserved for travelers or those living...
Iberico Pork US: The Ultimate Guide to Sourcing & Cooking
The Ultimate Guide to Iberico Pork: Heritage, Grading, and the "Wagyu of Pork"While Iberico pork was once difficult to find outside of Spain, mmmediterranean makes it easy to source authentic, lab-certified Iberico pork in the US with fast, temperature-controlled...
Why IQF Seafood is the Gold Standard
The Science of Freshness: Why IQF & Blast Freezing are the Gold StandardWhen people think of "fresh" seafood, they often imagine fish sitting on ice at a local market. However, in the world of high-end Mediterranean imports, the true gold standard for quality...
Cordero lechal : A Culinary Heritage
Discover Cordero lechal a Mediterranean traditionCordero lechal, often associated with roasted lamb in various cultures, holds a distinct identity in Mediterranean cuisine as a whole suckling lamb known for its tenderness and subtle flavor. This delicacy, called...
Types of Shrimps: A Guide to the Best Shrimp Varieties for Seafood Lovers
Different types of shrimps There is many type of shrimps, and shrimp is one of the most popular seafood delicacies worldwide, offering a rich taste and incredible versatility in cooking. Whether grilled, fried, steamed, or served raw, shrimp provide a delicious and...
Dover Sole Dishes : Top 7 Recipes
before talking about Dover Sole Dishes, we will talk about the Dover sole. It is a type of flatfish renowned for its delicate texture and flavor. Often hailed as one of the finest fish in the sea, it offers versatility in preparation methods. Find the Dover Sole for...
Is Mediterranean Food Healthy?
When it comes to healthy eating, the Mediterranean diet has earned a stellar reputation. Known for its balance and rich flavors, it’s a culinary journey that brings together an array of flavors from countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea. In this blog post, we’ll explore the health benefits of Mediterranean food, with a special focus on seafood, lean proteins, and fresh ingredients. Join us as we delve into what makes Mediterranean cuisine not just delicious, but a pathway to overall well-being.
Mediterranean Seasonal Seafood: A Guide to Optimal Flavor and Enjoyment
When it comes to savoring the best flavors of the Mediterranean, nothing compares to the delight of seasonal seafood. The beautiful coastal waters surrounding the Mediterranean region offer a rich variety of seafood that changes with the changing seasons.
7 seafood health benefits you should know!
In the following blog post, we will explore seven of the most significant health benefits associated with seafood consumption. For those who prioritize their health, we invite you to continue reading!
Mediterranean cuisine : everything you need to know
Mediterranean cuisine is known for its delicious blend of fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and health benefits. Famous dishes include Paella, Moussaka and Shakshuka, and incorporating Mediterranean flavors into cooking can be done by using ingredients like olive oil, herbs, and spices.
Grilled langoustines with vegetables
If you’d like to learn how to cook delicious langoustines, then this recipe is for you! But first of all, what are langoustines? Langoustines are an incredibly tender shellfish with a sweet and succulent flavor. They are very closely related to lobster, but often considered to be even more flavorful and tender.
Fresh salsa stuffed clams
Are you looking for a delicious new seafood recipe with some Spanish flare? If so, then these salsa stuffed clams are for you! The fresh summery ingredients in this dish will make you feel as though you are sitting on a beach overlooking the Mediterranean!
Do you know every variety of cured Salmon?
If you want to learn about the different varieties of cured salmon, you have come to the right place! In this article, we will talk about lox, nova lox, and smoked salmon; helping to familiarize you with the similarities and differences. You will also learn the difference between hot and cold smoked salmon. If you’re a lover of silky, salty, and flavorful cold cured fish, you will want to keep reading!
How to cook galera shrimp
This blog article will give you a great recipe, super easy to cook your galera shrimp. Of course if you know these shrimp, this recipe might be too easy for you, but everybody wants at least one recipe that takes only a few minutes to do.
Goose barnacles recipe – Percebes recipe
In this blog post we will share with you a great recipe to cook your goose barnacles, also called percebes in Spanish. This product is very specific and therefore recipes are not always easy to find.
The best Zamburiñas recipe
If you would like to know how to cook our delicious Mediterranean zamburiñas, this will be a great recipe for you to try. If you are not familiar with this shellfish or you want to discover a new way to cook it, you have come to the right place.
Chorizo, the thing you must know!
In this article, we will tell you everything you need to know about chorizo! Learn about the spicy Spanish sausage! You might learn some things you didn’t expect; all the details about the most famous sausage in the world are in this post!
Why is sustainable fishing important?
In this blog post we will discuss sustainable fishing methods, because on top of providing the highest quality seafood products, we also want them to NOT leave any trace on the environment. We will tell you everything about the sustainable fishing methods used to get you your favorite seafood products.
Difference between blue lobster and Maine lobster
If you are in the U.S., the lobster you are eating is most likely Maine lobster, while those of you from Europe are probably eating blue lobster. In this blog article we will highlight the differences between these two delicious types of lobster. By the end you will know which one you’d rather have!
5 Amazing Octopus Recipes
Are you in need of a new octopus recipe? Or maybe you’d like to make a recipe but don’t know how to prepare octopus? Or maybe you’re simply curious about octopus dishes? This post is made for you. We will give you 5 amazing ideas on how to cook octopus as Spanish people do!
Grilled octopus recipe authentic and healthy
Delicious Super tasty grilled octopus recipe with garlic and mashed potatoesTo end our octopus recipe series, we present to you the grilled octopus recipe, one of the most famous recipes from Galicia in Spain. In Galicia, octopus is mainly cooked ‘á feira’, that is to...
Octopus bowl recipe, healthy and delicious
The beautiful and delicious Hawaiian salad poke bowl makes a healthy and nutritious meal. Poke bowls are a great way to highlight the flavor of cooked octopus, and make a refreshing dish that can be a snack or regular meal. Making it into an octopus bowl will delight your palate!
How to make a tasty octopus stew recipe
Do you like octopus and wine? This recipe is made for you. It is an authentic tapa from southern Spain that will amaze your guests. Quite easy to make, this recipe is a great way to serve octopus at your next gathering or family dinner.
Potato, octopus, and tomato salad recipe
The second recipe in our octopus recipe series is for a traditional Spanish octopus salad. Fast and easy, this recipe will provide you a delicious dish to eat with friends and family without demanding too much skill in the kitchen.
How to make octopus croquettes recipe
The first recipe in our octopus recipe series is for delicious octopus croquettes. Along with gaining a fresh idea for how to cook octopus, you will learn how to cook classic Mediterranean croquettes. Furthermore, if you make a big batch you will be able to freeze some for later.
Clams from Spain: Why are they so good?!
Determining the quality of shellfish such as clams and mussels is not very easy without experience and knowledge of the industry. Before having the product in your mouth, it is hard to guess which one is better than the other. In this article we will tell you why clams from Spain are such a good choice.
Iberico Pork Recipe: Marinated Pluma Steak
We’ve written a lot of blog posts about Iberico pork and shared many dishes and pictures of it, but we’ve never published a recipe that included Iberico pork. Well, today it changes. In this blog post we show you how to cook this very special meat. Discover the savory wonder of Iberico pork in this recipe for marinated pluma with patatas bravas.
Authentic Spanish Paella Recipe (Best way to do it)
Everybody knows the famous Spanish paella. It is such a famous and creative plate that people nowadays make a lot of different variations of paella. As Mediterranean food specialists, we want to tell you how to make authentic Spanish paella. Ready to do Paella like Spanish people do? Let’s get started!
Wild caught fish versus farmed raised fish
When it comes to eating fish, you have a lot of options. There are many varieties of fish, and each one of them is different depending where they grew and how they grew. The same type of fish can come from a different part of the globe, can be wild or farm raised, and its taste will different depending on these factors. In this article, we focus on the difference between wild caught fish and farm raised fish so that you’re aware of the differences and know what you are buying.
10 Authentic Spanish Foods
In this article we will describe 10 authentic Spanish dishes or foods and tell you the story behind them. We will give you a link to instructions on the best way to make them yourself at home and links to the products and food you need to make the recipe authentically.
Is wild shrimp better than farmed raised shrimp?
What is the difference between wild shrimp and farm raised shrimp? What you don’t know about wild shrimp may surprise you!? As shrimp specialists we can show you how to tell the difference between the two so you will be able to make the right buying choice.
6 Traditional Spanish Seafood Dishes
Would you like to learn more about Spanish culture and gastronomy ? You are in the right place. In this blog post, we will give you 6 traditional Spanish seafood dishes that Spanish people enjoy in Spain. There is a crazy story about how Spanish people invented Number 4!
Tuna recipe from France
In this blog post, we will give you a French way to cook your tuna. This French recipe was invented in the south of France many years ago. Thanks to our French suppliers, we are able to give you this authentic recipe that will help you to cook tuna fish in a new way. On top of that, it is delicious !
Easy Recipe Spaghetti with clams : “Spaghetti alle vongole”
This is a very simple Italian recipe “spaghetti alle vongole” or Spaghetti with clams. Make it with authentic Mediterranean products to be even closer to Italy. Seafood lovers will love this tasty recipe full of flavor. Enhance your pasta with this delicious dish that you will make in no time!
Mediterranean Diet Ultimate Guide
A Mediterranean diet is healthy, simple to follow, and a great way to discover food from the Mediterranean area. In this article we present the ultimate guide to a great Mediterranean diet. Read to the end for an example of a delicious and easy Mediterranean recipe.
Cooked Octopus, Everything You Need To Know!
Fresh, frozen, raw, or cooked: which is best when buying octopus? Maybe you’ve heard that buying it cooked is best, but you wonder if that’s true. In this article you’ll learn all about octopus, and about the different ways it’s prepared for purchase. You may be surprised at what you find out!
What is Pa de Vidre ?
As specialists in Mediterranean food, we love helping people understand and discover cuisine from our native area. For anyone familiar with a tapas menu, pa de vidre may look familiar. Pa de vidre is famous as the bread Catalan people use to make great tapas. If you’ve ever been curious about it or, better yet, wanted to make it for yourself, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll tell you its history and even provide a secret recipe for this special Catalan bread.
What is the difference between Lobster and Norway Lobster ?
Everybody knows about Lobster, but there is also another specie that is living around Europe, the Norway Lobster. Also called Langoustine, this seafood is surprisingly very tasty and delicate. In this blog post, we will explain to you the differences between Lobster and Norway Lobster. And if you are not convinced, you should try them both !
Why is Cod fish salted ?
We always hear about salted cod fish, lightly salted cod fish, but we don’t really know why. In this article we will tell you why Cod Fish is usually salted. On top of that, we will tell you everything about Cod Fish to make sure you know what you eat !
Yellowfin Tuna Fish Coloring : Carbon Monoxide vs. Natural Coloring
In the US, Yellowfin tuna fish is mostly Carbon Monoxide treated, this way it will look always red and tasty because of its bright color. Don’t get fooled, CO coloring treatment is not healthy. There are natural ways to have healthy tuna. We gathered information for you to learn about how to make sure your tuna is healthy and Carbon monixide free.
3 Best Shrimp Recipes
Would you like to cook some shrimp ? You are lucky because we are shrimp specialist. Take a look at our 3 best shrimp recipes that are authentic and used by star chefs using our products. The very same dish you can find in Spain.
What is the difference between octopus, squid and cuttlefish ?
You probably know what is octopus, cuttlefish or squid. What is hard to tell the difference between the 3 species. All of them are cephalopods, but they have all different characteristics as species and obviously as food. Guess which one we do the famous fried calamari ring ?
You will be surprised to discover the truth !
Everything you need to know about Iberico pork
Have you ever heard about Iberico pork fron Spain ? It is a very special kind of pork that can only be found there. Many things make the meat of this animal one of the most delicious in the world. If you are a meat lover, you must try it once !
What is the difference between Carabineros prawns and Palamós prawns ?
You are a seafood lover and you want to know more about shrimp ? You are a restaurant and you want to make sure that what you buy is worth the value ?
In this article we will explain the difference between Carabineros prawns and Palamós prawns. Often mistaken, the difference in terms of value, taste, size and quality is huge.
3 Easy Octopus Recipes
Would you like to make great dishes with octopus ? Well, you came to the right place; in this article we will show you 3 easy octopus recipes. These are traditional Spanish dishes that can be found in very authentic restaurants around the Mediterranean area. Enjoy !
Why is frozen octopus better ?
Cooking and preparing frozen octopus always results in a better, tastier dish. Even if you buy an octopus freshly caught, it is best to freeze it for a couple of days before eating it. The freezing process breaks down the fibers inside the octopus, making it more tender and easier to cook.
Gambas de Palamós, the best shrimp in the World !
Palamós shrimp is highly valued because of its amazing flavor and texture, the result of the pristine environment in which the shrimp live. The shrimp is so good that people even suck the juice out of the heads and shells, ensuring that they savour every last morsel.
What is a Day Boat Octopus?
Day boat octopus or pulpo de playa (octopus of the beach) is a type of octopus that clings close to the shore. They feed principally on shrimp and clams, giving a fresh, delicate sea flavor to the meat. Octopus has a pleasant-flavored white meat with superior texture.