La Belle - Iloise Mackerel Fillets With Olive Oil, Lemon And 5 Peppercorns

TASTING NOTES FROM THE CURATOR

Fillets of soft and tasty mackerel are made even tastier with the infusion of Jamaican, pink, green, white, and black peppercorns, as well as fruity extra virgin olive oil. These subtle and aromatic flavors are rounded out by the nice hint of lemon. All in all, La Belle-Iloise gives us elevated fish, with a beautifully balanced and aromatic flavor.

PREPARATION AND PAIRINGS

You can serve these mackerel fillets as is, paired with some grilled carrots. You can also use them in quiches and casseroles, as well as topping pizza and flat bread. Try them in sandwiches with tomatoes and greens, or in salads and simple wraps.

THREE GENERATIONS OF QUALITY

La Belle-Iloise Conserverie was founded in 1932 near Quiberon, a fishing port in Brittany, France. Georges Hilliet was a son of a fisherman, and it seemed a natural thing to work with something close to his heart. The easy access to the sea also guaranteed fish that was fresh and quality.

Hilliet opened a direct sales store in 1967, after firmly distancing himself from the pressures of mass distribution. In 1982, under the leadership of his sons Georges and Bernard, La Belle-Iloise Conserverie began distance selling (or mail order selling). By 2011, they had over 50 stores. This is, at its heart, a family business. And now, helmed by Bernard’s daughter, Caroline Hilliet Le Branchu, they continue to be at the top of their game, selling only the best quality canned fish.

Storage Instructions

Store your tin in a cool, dark, and dry pantry. Unopened, it will last up to 2 years. Once opened, consume your preserved meat within one or two days and keep leftovers with the oil in a sealed container in the fridge.