Los Peperetes Squid in Ink (Calamares en su tinta) is a rich, deeply flavourful conserva that brings one of Spain’s most iconic seafood dishes straight to your table. Made using tender baby squid sourced from the Galician coast, each tin is a masterclass in traditional craftsmanship and bold, honest flavour.

The squid are carefully cleaned and cooked in their own ink, along with onion, tomato, olive oil, wine, and spices—creating a luxurious, jet-black sauce that’s earthy, briny, and packed with umami. The texture of the squid is wonderfully soft without being rubbery, and the ink sauce is savoury and complex, with just the right balance of sea and spice.

Prepared in small batches, Peperetes follows time-honoured methods to ensure the integrity and flavour of every ingredient. Each tin is hand-packed with attention to detail, making this not just a convenient pantry staple but a genuinely special product. It’s the kind of conserva that speaks to Spain’s culinary heritage—bold, comforting, and deeply satisfying.

Enjoy this straight from the tin with crusty bread to soak up the inky sauce, or gently warmed and served over rice, pasta, or even creamy polenta. It also makes an excellent base for a quick seafood stew or a luxurious twist on squid ink risotto.

For those seeking something truly distinctive, Los Peperetes Squid in Ink delivers a taste of the sea that’s rich, robust, and unmistakably Galician. It’s not just a tin of squid—it’s a bite of coastal Spain, steeped in tradition and packed with soul.

Try these squid pieces marinated in a mild tomato sauce from Bogar.

Simply made, with no preservatives, this is a healthy treat for any seafood lover.  We like to serve for a light lunch or snack - on its own, with some nice bread for mopping up the sauce. Enjoy!

Ingredients: Squid, sunflower oil, tomato, water, onion, salt, spices.

La Curiosa Baby Squid in Ink is a bold and beautiful expression of Galician seafood tradition. Hand-packed in the coastal town of Cambados, each tin contains tender, bite-sized pieces of baby squid (chipirones) bathed in a rich, inky sauce made from their own natural ink, tomato, onion, and spices. The result is a luxurious and deeply savoury conserva with a touch of sweetness and a distinctive umami depth.

The texture is silky yet satisfying, and the sauce—thick, dark, and brimming with flavour—is perfect for spooning over rice, crusty bread, or even pasta. La Curiosa is known for elevating classic Spanish conservas through careful sourcing and small-batch production, and this tin is no exception. Every detail, from the clean taste to the stylish packaging, reflects their commitment to quality and modern presentation.

Quick Serving Idea:
Warm gently and serve atop warm white rice with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. For a tapas twist, pair with a crisp Albariño or a glass of dry vermouth.

La Curiosa Baby Squid in Ink isn’t just a tin of seafood—it’s an invitation to explore Spain’s deep coastal culinary roots.

Sometimes, simple is best. These tender whole pieces of squid are packed and canned in sunflower oil to preserve their goodness. 

Try them straight from the can or try adding to pasta dishes or a paella.

Ingredients: squid, sunflower oil, salt