Traditional Sardines

Belmar Sardinhas
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Belmar Sardinhas

An open tin of sardines in olive oil with a yellow background.A grey fork and knife.

I picked up Belmar Sardinhas at Central Market. They recently had an event focused on Portuguese cuisine. Portuguese cuisine certainty includes its sardines which can be delectable. Belmar was a standard-fare sardine that satisfied my lunch needs.

Matiz Sardines
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Matiz Sardines

An open tin of sardines in olive oil with a yellow background.A grey fork and knife.

Matiz's heartier sardines, three per tin, deliver a rich, natural taste without added peppers. Harvested from the Eastern Atlantic, these sardines in quality olive oil highlight their umami flavor and flaky texture. Ideal for quick, nutritious meals, they embody the simplicity and satisfaction of tinned fish.

Mina Sardines
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Mina Sardines

An open tin of sardines in olive oil with a yellow background.A grey fork and knife.

Mina Sardines are an affordable meaty sardine from Morocco. They were delightful to eat with a fork and presented a nice clean flavor.

Eva Sardines
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Eva Sardines

An open tin of sardines in olive oil with a yellow background.A grey fork and knife.

The sardines had a light oily flavor and complemented the elect crackers quite well. They proved that Sardines need not originate from the coastal waters of Spain, Italy, and Portugal. Rather, a good sardine can can come from anywhere including the Balkans’ coastline.

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