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Set d’Oli, an exceptional extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
How many times have we told you that our products are like their producers? And we'll never get tired of saying it. Without a doubt, it's the biggest differentiator you'll find in our gourmet selection. There are plenty of brands, but not so many people with values. Albert Ferré, owner of Set d’Oli, is an EVOO guru — I think he even understands the olive trees when he talks to them. And we say that because the result of his extra virgin olive oils ...
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Cheeses, gastronomic weaknesses
Ahhhh, cheese. One of our true gastronomic weaknesses. We certainly like them all, made in every possible way. Spain has exceptional ones, but which are better: sheep's-milk or goat's-milk cheeses? Let's start by clarifying that we like both — on their own, with jam or extra virgin olive oil, and to enjoy them on another culinary level. We're going to explain the differences between goat and sheep cheese so you can ...
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Alemany Nougats and Honeys 1879
In the town of Os de Balaguer (la Noguera), under the gaze of the Montsec and its exceptional sky, Torrons i Mel Alemany (Alemany Nougats and Honey) has built a universe of sweets. For five generations, the Alemany family has been producing artisanal nougat and selecting honey from the best Spanish beekeepers.
Their story begins at the end of the 19th century, when Mrs. Mundeta made a candy with the honey and the area's nuts. Since ...
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American consumer
Our moment has arrived, finally. The U.S. market is beginning to demand Spanish gourmet canned goods and won't settle for "what's available." At Made in Spain Gourmet, we know this is one of the most important categories for growth in the North American market.
TTypes of canned goods: there is improvement, but no unifying theme
American taste: they like new flavors, not just the traditional ones
Demand for the highest-quality products
Promotion: almost non-existent
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