Seafood Tapas to Bring the Spanish Coast to Your Table

Seafood Tapas to Bring the Spanish Coast to Your Table

A Taste of the Spanish Coast, Wherever You Are

There’s something magical about coastal Spain — the sound of waves, the scent of olive groves, and the unmistakable flavour of fresh seafood shared around a table. Tapas born from seaside traditions are simple, elegant, and deeply satisfying. And thanks to premium Spanish conservas, you can recreate that experience anywhere — from a rooftop in Dubai to a hotel lounge, a beachside restaurant, or your own dining room.

At Do Gourmet, we bring the best of Spanish gastronomy directly to the UAE. Our Espinaler conservas — trusted by iconic tapas bars and Michelin-starred chefs — let you enjoy authentic seafood tapas with minimal effort and maximum flavour. Just open, plate, and savour.

Why Conservas Are the Soul of Spanish Seafood Tapas

Spanish seafood preserves are not basic pantry items — they’re culinary gems, crafted at peak season and packed with extraordinary care.
This makes them ideal for tapas:

  • Peak freshness captured the moment the seafood is processed

  • Consistent texture and flavour, essential for Horeca kitchens and catering

  • Ready in seconds, ideal for high-volume service or premium delivery

  • Authentic Spanish coastal character in every bite

From tender octopus to silky tuna belly and plump cockles, conservas bring the essence of the Mediterranean to your table effortlessly.

Essential Seafood Tapas Using Do Gourmet’s Premium Conservas

1. Octopus in Olive Oil – “Pulpo a la Gallega, the Easy Way”

Product: Octopus in Olive Oil

Tender, delicate and infused with olive oil, this octopus requires almost nothing to shine.

How to serve:

  • Slice the octopus

  • Sprinkle smoked paprika

  • Add sea salt

  • Drizzle premium olive oil

Serve warm or at room temperature for a perfect Galician-style tapa — elegant, simple and unforgettable.

 

2. Cockles in Brine – The Ultimate Coastal Aperitivo

Product: Cockles in Brine 

These small, juicy cockles capture pure ocean flavour with delicate brine and a silky finish.

Tapas idea:
Serve chilled with lemon, parsley and a splash of Espinaler Sauce for a bright, addictive bite. Perfect alongside a crisp Albariño or sparkling wine.

3. White Tuna Belly – Silky Luxury on Toast

Product: White Tuna Belly in Olive Oil Premium

Tuna belly (ventresca) is one of Spain’s most prized seafood delicacies.

Tapas idea:

  • Lay tuna belly over toasted bread

  • Add roasted peppers or confit tomatoes

  • Drizzle Early Harvest Arbequina Olive Oil

A melt-in-mouth tapa ideal for restaurants, wine bars or elevated home dining.

4. Yellowfin Tuna Belly & Yellowtail Tuna – Fresh, Elegant, Versatile

Products:

These tuna cuts offer clean flavour and tender texture.

Tapas idea:
Serve as a Mediterranean salad with onions, olives, capers, and Arbequina olive oil. Add a dash of Espinaler Sauce for brightness.

5. Anchovies – The Heart of Spanish Tapas Culture

Product: Anchovy Fillets

Spanish anchovies are iconic for a reason: rich, savoury, and surprisingly elegant.

Tapas idea:
Create the famous “Gilda” skewer:

  • Anchovy

  • Olive

  • Piparra (pickled chili pepper)

A time-honoured pintxo loaded with flavour.

6. Sardines in Olive Oil – Rustic and Full of Character

Product: Sardines in Olive Oil

Juicy sardines are perfect for hearty, rustic tapas.

Tapas idea:
Serve with roasted vegetables, lemon zest and toasted bread — a simple, comforting favourite.

7. Clams in Brine – Clean, Bright and Refreshing

Product: Clams in Brine

A staple of Spanish marisquerías.

Tapas idea:
Serve cold with citrus, herbs and a light sprinkle of smoked paprika.
Pairs beautifully with dry white wines and cava.

8. Piparras & Capers – The Perfect Accents for Any Tapa

Products:

These tangy, vibrant accents bring balance and brightness to any seafood dish.

Use them to:

  • Top tuna toasts

  • Accent grilled octopus

  • Enhance mixed seafood boards

  • Add acidity to salads and tartares

Elevate Your Tapas with Do Gourmet’s Signature Sauces & Oils

Espinaler Sauce — The World’s Most Iconic Aperitif Sauce

Created in 1950, this legendary sauce adds depth, acidity, and spice to any tapa.

Perfect with:

  • Cockles

  • Clams

  • Sardines

  • Potatoes

  • Salads

  • Pickles

  • Mixed seafood trays

It’s the “secret touch” that transforms simple tapas into memorable ones.

Premium Early Harvest Arbequina Olive Oil – Pure Mediterranean Elegance

Cold-pressed from Arbequina olives at peak ripeness, this oil brings:

  • Sweetness

  • Fresh tomato leaf

  • Herbal notes

  • Ripe banana aroma

  • Zero bitterness

Ideal for:

  • Finishing tuna, octopus or sardine tapas

  • Drizzling over roasted vegetables

  • Dressing salads

  • Serving with fresh bread

The perfect finishing touch for elevated tapas.

 

How to Create a Spanish Tapas Experience at Home or in Your Venue

  • Combine 3–5 seafood conservas for variety

  • Serve with crusty bread and roasted peppers

  • Add olives, piparras and capers for acidity

  • Use Espinaler Sauce as your signature flavor

  • Always finish with high-quality olive oil

  • Pair with crisp white wines or cava

Effortless, elegant, unforgettable.


Bring the Spanish Coast to Your Table with Do Gourmet

Whether you're a hotel, restaurant, catering company, delivery platform, or a home gourmet lover, our premium seafood conservas deliver the true taste of the Spanish coast — with the convenience and quality required in the UAE.

Explore our full collection and elevate your seafood tapas the Do Gourmet way.

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