Israel Romero / Friday, June 13, 2025 / Categories: Blog Stories of Galician Preserves: La Curiosa From the Galician estuaries to your plate, discover preserves with soul, flavor, and rich history. In Galicia, where the sea is culture and tradition, La Curiosa was born, a brand that turns canned seafood into art. Founded by Cristóbal Fernández, this company breaks the mold without losing respect for quality and origin. Here, design matters as much as the content. The cans of La Curiosa not only protect treasures of the sea like mussels, cockles, or razor clams, but they tell a story, bring a smile, and connect with younger generations. Because Made in Spain is Quality [caption id="attachment_44807" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Stories of Galician preserves: La Curiosa[/caption] Beyond the classics, they go for creations that surprise: spider crab pâté, sardine or cod with caramelized onion, and gourmet daring like tuna belly with pesto or even with curry. These are preserves with attitude. With personality. With history. And above all, with a strong taste of the sea. Discover them and let your palate explore Galicia with a touch of curiosity. Let yourself be seduced Pairings for La Curiosa's Preserves La Curiosa’s Galician preserves are not only delicious on their own, but when combined with the right accompaniments they become a unique gourmet experience. Here are some pairing suggestions that enhance their full flavor: [caption id="attachment_44808" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Stories of Galician preserves: La Curiosa[/caption] 1. La Curiosa Mussels Pairing: Albariño The freshness and acidity of Albariño, with its citrus and mineral notes, enhance the briny flavor of the mussels. This Galician wine is the perfect companion for the delicacy and intensity of shellfish. Tip: Serve with a light tomato and avocado salad to balance the flavors. 2. La Curiosa Razor Clams (Navajas) Pairing: Godello Godello, a Galician white wine, has the structure and complexity that pairs beautifully with the delicacy of razor clams. Its fruity and floral notes perfectly accompany their subtle, gentle flavor. Tip: A squeeze of fresh lemon and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil will elevate the experience even more. 3. La Curiosa Cockles (Berberechos) Pairing: Rías Baixas (an alternative to Albariño) While Albariño pairs well with most canned seafood, for cockles we suggest a wine like Rías Baixas that has more body, providing an ideal depth of flavor for larger cockles. Tip: Serving the cockles on a bed of basmati rice with fresh herbs is an excellent option. 4. King Crab Pâté Pairing: Cava Brut Cava Brut is an excellent choice for a crunchy, refreshing pairing. The bubbles help cut through the creaminess of the pâté, while the acidity cleanses the palate between bites. Tip: If you’re feeling adventurous, pair it with a tomato jam or bitter orange marmalade. 5. Tuna Belly with Pesto (Ventresca al Pesto) Pairing: Young Red Wine For preserves with a more innovative touch, like tuna belly with pesto, a young red wine such as Tempranillo or Garnacha is ideal. The fruitiness and soft tannins of the wine complement the flavors of the tuna belly and pesto, creating perfect harmony. Tip: Serve on cristal bread or focaccia for an even more complete experience. [caption id="attachment_44809" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Stories of Galician preserves: La Curiosa[/caption] 6. Tuna Belly with Curry (Ventresca al Curry) Pairing: Semi-dry White Wine or Riesling The tuna belly with curry needs a wine that complements the spice and richness of the curry. Riesling or a semi-dry white wine such as Muscat has the acidity and slight sweetness necessary to balance the heat and bold flavors of the curry. Tip: Add a touch of fresh cilantro and serve with jasmine rice to complete the dish. Try, explore, and enjoy! La Curiosa’s preserves are designed to surprise and delight the most discerning palates. In this Made in Spain Gourmet community, every bite is an invitation to discover Galician gastronomy with a modern, delicious approach. Share them Our recommendations Tuna belly with pesto, La Curiosa Small sardines 10/14 units in olive oil, La Curiosa Mussels in escabeche, La Curiosa King crab pâté, La Curiosa Buy Now Do you like our content? We strive to offer information we think is interesting if you’re a true Spanish Gourmet Lover, so we want to reward your loyalty with a discount of €10 on your next purchase at Made in Spain Store. By entering the coupon LOVER you’ll benefit from this exclusive discount. *Purchases over €60 AUTHOR: Israel Romero, CEO of Made in Spain Gourmet. Cornicabra Olive: Intensely Spanish, Intensely Delicious Guijuelo: The spot where Iberian ham touches the sky Print 2 Rate this article: No rating Please login or register to post comments.