Meet the Makers: La Barca, a Home for Traditional Galician Seafood
About La Barca
La Barca captures the essence of Galician culture through high-quality gourmet tinned seafood. Each species is wild caught using sustainable methods, then packed by hand in Galicia following traditional recipes.
La Barca offers sardines, octopus, mussels, squid, and more. Every can is a tribute to generations of fishermen who have passed down their techniques and respect for the ocean. Learn more about La Barca on their website!
We shipped La Barca Mussels in Escabeche Sauce to members in our March 2025 Tinned Fish Club box!
About Galicia
La Barca tinned fish comes to you from Galicia, a region in northwest of Spain known for its lush landscapes and dramatic coastline. Rias Gallagas, a system of estuaries, is the heart of its storied seafood culture.
Galicia boasts a long, storied history dating back thousands of years, and even today bears its Celtic influence. In fact, bagpipes are an important part of traditional Galician music!
Today, Galicia is known for its stunning architecture and independent spirit. Tinned fish from La Barca is a great way to explore its cuisine!
Recipes
Want to try out some fun recipes with La Barca products? Here are a few that we recommend:
Sourdough Tapas
This three ingredient recipe let's the flavors of escabeche shine through.
Linguine with La Barca Squid in Ink
This simple recipe uses the ink to make a delicate yet delicious sauce before adding the pasta and squid meat.
Easy Arroz Negro with La Barca Squid in Ink
Squid in ink served over rice, on the table in under half an hour.
The world's best tinned fish, on your table every month.
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