Salted anchovy fillets in olive oil

Nutritional information per 100g

⁕ Calories: 754 Kj / 180 Kcal
⁕ Fat: 7.5 g
⁕ Of which saturated fatty acids: 1.6 g
⁕ Carbohydrates: 0 g
⁕ Of which sugar: 0 g
⁕ Protein: 28 g
⁕ Salt: 13.8 g

La Pointe de Penmarc'h was founded in 1920 in Le Guilvinec, a Bigouden fishing port on the western tip of Brittany. At that time, the fleet consisted of more than a hundred fishing boats, which brought their rich catch to the fish auction hall in the harbor every day.
Just a few steps away, the fish – sardines, albacore tuna and mackerel – were canned at the Conserverie as soon as the boats arrived.

Today Pointe de Penmarc'h continues this tradition of high quality canning. The Conserverie sees itself as an ambassador for the products of the terroir and has made it its highest goal to always offer top products with the authentic taste of the region, for which it cooperates with the traditional fishermen.

Douarnenez: At the far end of Brittany lies the beautiful bay of Douarnenez with its fishing port, which has always been known for sardine fishing. Nearby is the fish cannery, which has been offering a wide variety of canned fish since the 1920s.
If the boats used to be operated with sails, today they are modern boats that nevertheless continue to practice selective and respectful fishing.

Manufacturer's address: La Pointe de Penmarc'h, 15 Boulevard de la France Libre, F-
29177 Douarnenez, France

Differences between anchovies and sardines

Anchovies and sardines are popular canned foods that are versatile, tasty and healthy. Both contain omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D and other valuable nutrients. Here are the differences between them, both in terms of taste and in terms of their nutritional values.

Anchovies come from the Cantabrian Sea and are brined and packed in olive oil. They have a distinctive taste and are firm in texture. Sardines, on the other hand, are larger, have a more voluminous belly and a smaller mouth. They are thinner and have a more rounded or elongated shape.

In terms of taste, sardines are believed to taste milder while anchovies have a more intense flavor. However, it depends on the type of preservation. Our opinion is that sardines have a more intense and fuller taste, while anchovies are more delicate and delicate in taste.

When it comes to health, experts agree that both types of fish are equally healthy. The omega-3 fatty acid content is similar in both, although sardines contain more vitamins A, B12, calcium, phosphorus, calories and protein than anchovies. Anchovies, on the other hand, have more vitamin B3 and iron. However, the differences are small, so we recommend making the choice based on taste.