The Spanish Pantry from Foods & Wine from Spain: Anchovies
Cantabrian anchovies are one of the most sought-after ingredients for chefs who seek the finest flavors of the sea. This short video from Foods & Wine from Spain gives a nice look at the entire process of bringing these anchovy fillets to the kitchen. From the waters off the coast of San Sebastian, to filleting the anchovies and packing them by hand, to the high-quality olive oil that preserves them in glass jars or tins, you'll get a glimpse of just what it takes to produce one of the foundation ingredients for numerous pintxos and tapas.