What is the main difference between mass-produced jamons, often available on the UK market, and quality jamons, which mostly remain available in Spain? 

A typical Spanish Day looks nothing like what we are used to here in the UK. No one can be more surprised than anyone trying to settle down in Spain. In the first weeks you practically do not meet a living thing, because the locals either enjoy a siesta, or are already at work, or only just arrived at home, etc.

The etymological origin of the word jamón is much more interesting than you think. People from all over the world associate this word with the delicious Spanish ham, but where does this word actually come from?

Jamón Ibérico de Bellota is the most delicious, the rarest, the finest and also the most expensive ham in the world. In order for the jamón to be given the exclusive label "de bellota", the Iberian pig must graze freely for about half a year in an oak grove, the dehesa, and feed exclusively on acorns & aromatic herbs. 

In Spain, most of the fun takes place in the markets. The markets are in every bigger town throughout Spain, and they follow more or less the same, unwritten, yet well-known and strict rules. Check our top tips on how to behave in a Spanish market!

The pre-Easter Lent "Cuaresma" plays an important role in Spain. Fasting is inspired by Christ's 40 days of life in the desert. Although today this is adapted to the comfort of modern Spanish, it still differs from the rest of the year by a much more moderate life and a lighter diet. 

Today was the last day for dispatching orders from Jamon.co.uk this year. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, and we have been overwhelmed by the lovely comments and reviews of our products and services. 

When you buy Jamon, you will come across 3 labels. We would like to share a simple guide to understand what each one means and what information should be included.

As the fig season is in full swing, we would love to share another of our favourite recipes. By the way, did you know figs are a great source of fibre, vitamins and minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron and copper) and antioxidant vitamins A and K?

Every year on June 13, MARRANO DE SAN ANTÓN - the town of La Alberca in the province of Salamanca, becomes the site of a marvellous spectacle, and the Iberian pig plays a major role. 

There are so many different varieties of tomatoes that it almost makes your head spin. Here is an overview of basic Spanish types, which also shows that the term tomato hides quite a few different fruits.

Cleaning artichokes might look difficult for many, but luckily we have this easy step-by-step video to help you master this skill in no time!