Some people say they don’t like sardines. Usually, they just haven’t tried the right tins yet.
Because there’s a huge difference between a forgotten can at the back of the pantry and a great Portuguese preserve made with quality fish, good olive oil, and combinations that completely change the experience. There are delicate, smoked, spicy, tomato-based, escabeche-style, or lemon-infused sardines — far more balanced and approachable than most people expect.
The right tins can win over even the biggest skeptics. Boneless fillets, smoked varieties, small sardines, or spicy tins are often the perfect gateway for anyone who always thought they “didn’t like canned fish.”
And then there’s the context: toasted bread, salted butter, pickles, a good wine, and good company do half the work.
In the end, almost nobody truly hates sardines. Most people simply haven’t found the right tin yet.
Take a look at today’s picks and discover the canned fish that have already converted plenty of former sardine skeptics.
