Spain

The Pajarero is grown in Spain, who has been cultivating figs since they were introduced during the Arabic invasion. An integral part of Spanish cuisine, the Pajarero fig is smaller and sweeter than its cousin from Turkey. Its thin, delicate skin allows the flavor of the fig to shine through. At the end of August, the Pajarero starts to fall from the tree, signaling they are ripe...

A nice kick of spice is added to these GMO-free giant corn kernels to create the perfect game time snack.

Quicos are giant corn kernels that have been soaked in water and then toasted and salted. The result is a delightfully crunchy snack that pairs perfectly with your favorite beer.

Spanish fava beans fried in vegetable oil.

These delights are from the Caro brothers in Aragón, Spain. Fernando, Manuel and Pepe are third-generation chocolate makers, learning the trade from their father and grandfather. For their confections they buy 100% Forastero cacao grown on the Costa de Marfil, Africa. For this addictive treat, they take candied orange slices and hand dip them in 55% Caro chocolate. Exquisite and...

This is a natural extension from OroLiquido, the popular Marcona Almond Butter. Just the right amount of cocoa powder is mixed with the butter to create a decadent treat.

Cherries with a hint of liqueur and covered with dark chocolate.

These Quicos de Chocolate are the perfect combination of salty and sweet. The producer takes GMO-free giant crunchy corn kernels, salts them, and covers them in rich chocolate. They lightly dust them in cocoa powder for the perfect finish.

White, soft, creamy paste. White bloomy rind. Mild goat flavor.

This is one of the few Manchegos that is hand made with unpasteurized milk from a single herd, aged with an unwaxed rind. Like with Essex’s other cheeses, they focus on a flavor profile, not a particular age or price. Each Manchego Essex offers has been selected just for them on site. They select for sweetness and balance, avoiding the overly salted and fiery flavors that afflict...