Author: Alex

When we speak about Italian hams, the word prosciutto immediately comes to our minds as it is the Italian term. In Italian gastronomy, it is common to find prosciutto in the starters, especially in the famous Italian sausages and cheeses tables, which are usually accompanied by breadsticks and fruits such as melon, grapes or figs. We can also find it in salads, pizzas, sandwiches and paninis and even in the famous salad caprese, made with basil, tomato and mozzarella.

It is not a secret that in Spain pork is based in the top positions of preference among consumers. It is a pink meat, tender and fine fiber. We find it interesting to deepen the subject and know more characteristics about this animal that we like so much.

Surely you've ever asked yourself this question. And is that when we want a snack, when friends come home or when we use it as an appetizer, cheese is one of the most frequent options at our tables. And the wine too, of course. But what are the best options to combine them?

It is already known we use everything from the pig… but, in addition, in the 21st century the Iberian ham and acorns reinvent their uses and become coveted products for sectors such as cosmetics or interior design. Iberian ham soap with Designation of Origin or skin creams with acorn oil are just some of the non-food uses that are already a reality and marketed in Spain.

Today we are talking about Albacete. It may not be one of the best known tourist destination. However, lately, its interest is increasing recently due to its fame for being considered the town of the knife in Spain.

Knowledge does not take place, so today we bring you a few curiosities about this fundamental ingredient of our kitchen: Our particular liquid gold or olive oil.