smoked tuna in Madrid

[butterfly]

Hola foreros--

We all developed a deep and abiding love of atún ahumado on a recent trip to Barbate. We brought a bunch back, but our stash has run out. I've been looking for it in the markets in Madrid and can't seem to find anything as good as what we had there. Does anyone know where I can get my hands on some of the good stuff? If not, it looks like we'll be mail ordering it...

And, while I'm at it, if you have any other tips on places that carry other great ahumados (like bacalao), I'd be happy to get them.

Muchísimas gracias.

[pedro]

After tasting Carpier's products, I think they are the best fish smoking company in Spain. Carlos Piernas, the owner, is passionate about all things fish.

I don't know if they deliver to Madrid, but I'll find out. This is their web: Carpier's site

[Pablo Carrion]

have you tried Riofrio´s magnificent smoked sturgeon, trout and caviar? www.caviarderiofrio.com

[butterfly]

Thanks for the responses (and keep them coming, please!). I haven't tried either one of these producers, but they both look great.

Pablo: have you seen Riofrío's products for sale anywhere in Madrid? Or do you mail order them? I wonder if there is a market stall or store here that specializes in ahumados...

[vserna]

Try the 'salazones' stall at the Mercado de la Paz (calle de Ayala), on the right hand side. Very good stuff.

[butterfly]

Aha--this is just what I was hoping for. I've been to Mercado de la Paz, but missed this stall. Thanks for the tip!

[Saborosa]

The next best thing about Carlos Piernas, after his amazing range of smoked products (which includes rice, potatoes, chocolate and bread as well as lots of fish and seafood) is his full name: Carlos Piernas del Amor!

[Pablo Carrion]

I think el Corte Inlges Club del Gourmet section carries some of their products. I've always mail ordered though. You can't go wrong with these guys, the quality is amazing...and organic!