Each José Gourmet tin features original artwork created in collaboration with nearly 90 local Portuguese artists, illustrators, and designers under the art direction and curation of Luís Mendonça. This collective artistic effort turns every product into a unique piece of visual art as well as a gourmet food item. The packaging showcases a rich variety of styles—from colorful and clear to cartoonish and abstract—making each illustration a distinctive and personal object of appreciation. This dynamic, evolving graphic language reflects the brand’s modern identity and helps the tins stand out on shelves and in collections worldwide. José Gourmet

Their tinned seafood can be enjoyed straight from the tin or as versatile ingredients in tapas, salads, on crusty bread, or paired with fine cheeses. Some popular serving suggestions include:

• Smoked salmon or trout over fresh greens or toast

• Sardines with capers and pickles (ravigote style)

• Mussels or calamari tossed with potato chips or in seafood salads

• Patés spread on crackers with a touch of lemon

Escabeche is a traditional Iberian marinade made from vinegar, oil, and spices, used to preserve fish like trout. In José Gourmet products, it results in a delicately flavored, slightly tangy fish that’s perfect for enjoying as tapas or in salads.

The brand works directly with local fishermen and small-scale producers in Portugal and neighboring regions. José Gourmet prioritizes sustainable fisheries and ethical practices, ensuring that the seafood in each tin is both high-quality and responsibly harvested.

José Gourmet products are sustainably produced using small-scale, artisanal fishing and eco-friendly, fully recyclable packaging, all designed to protect marine ecosystems and support local communities. Their sustainability efforts include fair trade sourcing, adherence to strict fishing regulations, and dedicated organic product lines, emphasizing both environmental responsibility and product quality.