{"product_id":"fishwife-sardines-with-preserved-lemon-in-extra-virgin-olive-oil","title":"Fishwife Mediterranean Sardines with Preserved Lemon in EVOO — Wild-Caught, Hand-Packed in Galicia, Spain","description":"\u003cp\u003eFishwife wild-caught Mediterranean sardines, hand-packed in Galicia, Spain — one of Europe's most storied conservas regions — with single-origin extra virgin olive oil and sun-preserved lemon. Founded in 2020 by Becca Millstein and Caroline Goldfarb, Fishwife sources exclusively from MSC- or ASC-certified fisheries. Featured in Vogue, The New York Times, and Condé Nast Traveler. Shark Tank-backed (Lori Greiner and Candace Nelson, 2024).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSardines have been a Mediterranean staple for centuries — prized by coastal communities from Spain to Greece for their rich omega-3 content, bold flavor, and versatility. These carry that tradition forward: bright, citrus-forward, and impossibly tender, with the preserved lemon lifting the sardines' natural richness the way a squeeze of lemon lifts grilled fish on a Greek island taverna table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat makes it different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild-caught Mediterranean sardines\u003c\/strong\u003e — sustainably sourced from MSC-certified fisheries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-packed in Galicia, Spain\u003c\/strong\u003e — the heart of the European conservas tradition, where tinned seafood is a craft, not a compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-origin extra virgin olive oil\u003c\/strong\u003e — carries the citrus and the sardines' richness; excellent from the tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun-preserved lemon\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright, concentrated citrus complexity that fresh lemon can't replicate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBPA-free collectible tin | Gluten free | High in omega-3 and protein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright lemon over rich, briny sardine and green olive oil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-flavored sardine balanced by concentrated citrus — rich but lifted, never heavy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and citrus-bright\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender, meaty fillets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSourdough toast\u003c\/strong\u003e — drape over toast with salted butter; the classic, done properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeacuterie board\u003c\/strong\u003e — layer alongside Kalamata olives and a drizzle of Sparta Gourmet EVOO for a true Mediterranean spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePasta\u003c\/strong\u003e — melt into a tomato sauce or toss with warm pasta, capers, and toasted breadcrumbs for an instant weeknight dinner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalads\u003c\/strong\u003e — lay over a Greek Horiatiki or a Niçoise for a protein-rich meal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStraight from the tin\u003c\/strong\u003e — with a fork, good bread, and no apologies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Fishwife\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFishwife was founded in 2020 by Becca Millstein and Caroline Goldfarb with the mission to make premium, sustainably sourced tinned seafood a staple in every American cupboard — bringing the European conservas tradition to a market that had been underserved for decades. The company works with six canneries across Washington State, Spain, Denmark, and Scotland, sourcing exclusively from MSC- or ASC-certified fisheries. Featured on Shark Tank in 2024 (investment from Lori Greiner and Candace Nelson) and covered in Vogue, The New York Times, and Condé Nast Traveler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre these sardines wild-caught?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — wild-caught Mediterranean sardines, sourced from MSC-certified sustainable fisheries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is preserved lemon?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLemon that has been cured in salt and sun until its flavor concentrates and mellows — brighter and more complex than fresh lemon, without the sharp acidity. It's what gives these sardines their distinctive citrus-forward character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does Galicia matter for tinned fish?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGalicia, on Spain's Atlantic coast, is the heart of Europe's conservas tradition — a region where hand-packing premium tinned seafood has been a craft for generations. Fishwife hand-packs these sardines there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAre sardines healthy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSardines are among the most nutrient-dense fish in the sea — high in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and calcium, and low on the food chain, which also makes them a sustainable choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the oil from the tin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the single-origin extra virgin olive oil is infused with lemon and sardine flavor, and is excellent for dressings, pasta, or bread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fishwife","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42117779324983,"sku":"FISH-SARD-LEMON","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/6469\/6887\/files\/SardineswithPreservedLemon.webp?v=1771847821","url":"https:\/\/www.alphaomegaimport.shop\/products\/fishwife-sardines-with-preserved-lemon-in-extra-virgin-olive-oil","provider":"Alpha Omega Imports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}