Meet your Farmer: Nuri Sardines

We caught up with the team behind Nuri, peeling back the handwrapped label to discover the century long family tradition.

With decades of producing Nuri, what are you most proud of?

NURI has been dedicated to handcrafting the finest sardines for over a century, a legacy we hold dear. This is underpinned by our unwavering commitment & dedication to preserving traditional methods while ensuring the highest standards.

Minimising the use of machinery – instead opting for manual / hand made processes, we can also reduce energy consumption for the greater good of the planet. Our tins are 100% recyclable, with sustainability front of mind. We have an open door policy at our base in Portugal, where visitors can come to learn about our unique processes & meet our team.

What is important to you?

As a small scale producer, Nuri are concerned with the responsible use of marine resources – establishing long held alliances with reliable fisherman whose methods are in accordance with international standards.

Only the best local ingredients are selected & we exclusively use only pure Olive Oil, meaning none of our products contain vegetable nor sunflower oils. We stand for the vision that good food should be simple, non-processed & sustainable to nature. With selected & limited production every year, every can of Nuri is carefully handwrapped with love since 1920 & lovingly produced in Portugal – remaining faithful to traditional methods.

And the best way to enjoy Nuri Sardines?

As the premium Portuguese brand some of the best ways to enjoy Nuri sardines & make the most of their quality are:

• Dive in - straight from the can (simple & pure) especially if you're eating varieties in olive oil, spicy piri-piri, or tomato sauce. Or serve with crusty bread, toast or crackers, maybe a squeeze of lemon & a glass of wine.

• For a fuller meal - combine with pasta, salads or a rice bowl. Delicioso!

• Extra-tip: Like wine, Nuri sardines can actually improve with age (up to 10 years). The flavour deepens and mellowstry storing a few tins in a cool, dark place.