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100g pot flat filets of anchovies in oriental LA MONEGASQUE
Once they have passed the reception control, the anchovies are pre-salted. This operation is carried out on the fish in bulk by burying them in sea salt in barrels or vats. Depending on the season and the catch, this lasts up to two days. Salt preserves because it absorbs water; it dehydrates not just the fish it is in contact with, it also prevents any germs from developing. The skill with which the salt is dosed produces a high rate of dehydration to minimise the microbiological risk. The salt used is both bacteriologically and chemically controlled. LA MONEGASQUE uses nothing but sea salt. The success of this part of the process is vital for the perfect conservation and quality required for the product to mature steadily. To carry out this operation as quickly as possible, LA MONEGASQUE has salting plants in the ports of Agadir, Safi, Nador and Mehdia.
LA MONEGASQUE International Leader in the Anchovy Market
LA MONEGASQUE has just celebrated 60 years in existence….
1942, A small anchovy cannery employing 7 people opens in Monaco : LA MONEGASQUE
The year 1980 sees the creation of FRAMOSA, LA MONEGASQUE USA and the purchase of the brand Cresca.
1990, After the reorganisation of the range, the new logo, the new packing and the development of new products, LA MONEGASQUE enters into GROUPE ONA.
1992, creation of LA MONEGASQUE UK in London (England).
1993, creation of the factory in LAMBESC (near Marseille in France) to European standards.
Today, LA MONEGASQUE employs more than 1000 people in France and MOROCCO with a turnover of 140 million Francs of which 60% is from export (Great Britain, Benelux countries, Germany, USA, Japan…).
With 40 million cans sold per year, and favoured by more than 65% of anchovy enthusiasts, its excellent reputation means that LA MONEGASQUE is recognised as the brand leader of anchovies in Europe.
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