The Torreon Blog

Iberian ham as a functional food:

science and health in the Mediterranean diet

Iberian ham is at a critical juncture. With consumers increasingly demanding health and transparency, the sector's challenge is no longer just to defend tradition, but to rigorously explain what traditional Iberian ham is, what differentiates it from industrial meat products,...
Marta Blázquez, Young Talent Award at the

13th World Ham Congress

At Ibéricos Torreón, we're celebrating. And for good reason: our Production Director, Marta Blázquez, has been honored at the XIII World Ham Congress with the Interham – Jamón Lovers award for "Young Talent." This recognition, presented during the XIII World...
Salón Gourmets 2026: The value of authenticity

and the strength of our alliances

There are dates on the calendar that are much more than a trade fair. They are meeting points where the product becomes the common language and where relationships, forged year after year, take on their full meaning. Our recent presence...
Iberian cured meats in spring: the best seasonal pairings
Spring has its own way of bringing us to the table. Everything seems lighter, brighter, fresher. Long appetizers, meals in the sun, and dinners that start leisurely and stretch on almost without us realizing it become appealing. And in this...
Iberian cured meats: a gastronomic treasure with centuries of history
To speak of Iberian Cured Meats is to speak of memory, of the countryside, of time, and of craft. Of those things that are not improvised. Because behind a good chorizo, salchichón, fuet, morcón, or Iberian black pudding, there is...
Our First Time at a Food Fair: Key Learnings to Boost International Business
  From March 23 to 26, we had the opportunity to attend Alimentaria + Hostelco (special 50th anniversary edition) at Fira de Barcelona for the first time. Although Ibéricos Torreón has a clear B2B focus, for us it wasn't just about...
Iberian Ham and Iberian Pork Shoulder: What makes them different and what makes each one special
In the world of Iberian products, there are recurring questions. One of the most common is what is the difference between an Iberian Ham and an Iberian Shoulder? At first glance, they may seem very similar, but each has its...
Handcrafted Iberian Sobrasada: the flavor of the Mediterranean on the dehesa
Torreón's Artisanal Iberian Sobrasada is the result of uniting two deeply rooted culinary traditions in our culture—Mediterranean and Iberian dehesa—in a meticulous and honest preparation that respects the origin and quality of each ingredient. At Torreón, we believe that true...
How to Cook Iberian Pork: Tips That Never Fail
There are products that need no artifice, only respect, time, and knowing when not to meddle too much. Iberian pork is one of them. That's why, at Torreón, we always say the same thing: when the product is good, the...
Why is the beginning of the year the best time for Iberian cured meats?

Iberian pork is at its peak when winter settles in the dehesa, and the hard work of the previous months can be perceived in every piece. At Ibéricos Torreón, we keep this tradition alive through knowledge and experience.

How to choose the perfect ham for your Christmas (and enjoy it as it deserves)
Christmas has that special something that envelops everything: lights in the streets, reunions that feel like home... and, of course, that special moment of placing a good plate of Iberian Ham in the center of the table. During these dates,...
The Christmas gift that always succeeds: Iberian flavors and experiences to remember
There are Christmas gifts that spark joy... and then there are those that are truly savored. The ones opened with a smile and shared with family. The ones that hold a special place on the table, in the pantry, and...
Montanera 2025/26: we tell you the essentials and encourage you to experience it with Torreón
At Torreón, we like to talk about "montanera" clearly: what it is, why it matters, and how we monitor it so that everything makes sense later in the cellar. Whether this is your first time encountering it or you're already...
Iberian pig: breeds, characteristics, and we explain why it is unique
If you've ever wondered why Iberian pork "tastes like Iberian pork," the answer isn't just in the dehesa (meadowland) and acorns. It's, above all, in its genes. Iberian pigs are a Mediterranean breed with a biology designed—literally—to infiltrate fat into...
Ibérico Ham: interesting facts, ideas, and toasts to a very Spanish product
Today, we want to dedicate these lines to Iberian Ham because, yes, it deserves it. It is a heritage truly our own, an everyday presence, and the pride of our gastronomy. And so, we bring you interesting facts and simple...
Back to school (and work) with flavor: healthy sandwiches and snacks for the whole family
September smells of new books, prepared backpacks, and agendas filling up again. After summer, it's time to return to routine, but that doesn't mean giving up enjoyment. At Torreón, we believe that every day deserves a small feast, and what...
Iberian ham in summer: tips and tricks for serving it like a true ham master
Summer has its own rules: we look for fresher dishes, more informal gatherings, and flavors that evoke or accompany great moments… And yes, Iberian ham also adapts to this season. Because although we sometimes think it's only appealing at Christmas...
This is how Torreón Iberian pastrami is served in top Spanish restaurants.
They say the hard part isn't arriving, but staying. And Torreón Iberian Pastrami is here to stay in haute cuisine. Not only because of its powerful and balanced flavor, nor because of the succulence provided by the infiltrated fat of...
Iberian ham in summer: the perfect ally for your outdoor events
Summer is synonymous with terraces, gardens, dinners under the stars, and celebrations that last well into the night. And at Ibéricos Torreón, we know that a good Iberian ham or cured meat is a perfect fit for these gatherings. But...
Torreón Internacional: The tastiest stops at international food fairs
At Ibéricos Torreón, we proudly bear the fact that our roots are in Salamanca, but at the same time, we know that our flavors can reach as far and wide as time and desire allow. That's why participating in international...
Javier Fuentes del Río, chef of Ibéricos Torreón, finalist in the 5th International Iberian Cooking Competition
At Ibéricos Torreón, we're celebrating. Our chef Javier Fuentes del Río has been selected as a finalist in the prestigious 5th International Iberian Pork Cooking Competition, a contest that recognizes culinary excellence in one of the most emblematic products of...