About Tinned Sardines

Tinned Sardines is a beginner-friendly guide to the tinned sardine world: the brands, the tins, what they cost, where they come from, and how to eat them well. Sardines, decoded.

What we do

We profile every notable brand and tin we can document, compare them head to head, track price tiers across retailers, and publish the starter recipes that turn first-timers into regulars. The database covers 36 tins from 13 brands; the price report tracks what the premium shelf actually costs.

How our notes work

Our flavour notes summarise each maker's own descriptions and published reviews, so you can compare tins before you buy. Prices are shown as tiers because shelf prices change often.

The shop and the club

The shop sells curated cases of the tins our guides rate highest, and the Tinned Sardines Club is our monthly box. Start with the free Sardine Starter Kit if you're new.