Squid
(Doryteuthis gahi, Loligo reynaudii, Loligo vulgaris, Uroteuthis duvacelii)
Octopus
(Octopus vugaris)
Argentine Squid
(Illex argentinus)
Giant squid
(Dosidicus gigas)
Cuttlefish
(Sepia pharaonis / Sepia aculeata)
(Doryteuthis gahi, Loligo reynaudii, Loligo vulgaris, Uroteuthis duvacelii)
Patagonian Squid (Doryteuthis gahi): Caught with trawl nets south of the Patagonian coast of Argentina, Patagonian squid is flash-frozen onboard without any handling. Known for its excellent texture and flavor, this medium-sized squid is ideal for grilling whole or frying in pieces.
South African Squid (Loligo reynaudii): This large squid, known as "chocolate" for its skin color, is caught using jigs or trawl nets off the South African coast. It stands out for its delicate flavor and firm texture, making it ideal for stews or cooking in its ink.
European Squid (Loligo vulgaris): Caught in the central-eastern Atlantic with trawl nets, this long, narrow, cylindrical squid has a mantle that can reach up to 50 cm in length. It features wide fins, large central row suckers, and a translucent internal shell.
Indian Squid (Uroteuthis duvacelii): Caught in the Western Indian Ocean with trawl nets, this robust squid can reach 29 cm in length. Its diamond-shaped fins are longer than wide and taper at the back, with a maximum weight of 1.5 kg.
(Octopus vugaris)
Octopus (Octopus vulgaris): Caught in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea using trawl nets or pots, this cephalopod has an oval body, eight arms with two rows of suckers, and a strong beak-like jaw. It can measure up to 1.3 meters and weigh up to 10 kg.
(Illex argentinus)
Jumbo Squid (Illex argentinus): Caught off the southern coast of Argentina by jigging vessels that use powerful lights to attract squid to the surface. Each squid is captured individually and frozen onboard, preserving its freshness and natural qualities. It is the species used for producing battered squid rings.
(Dosidicus gigas)
Pacific Squid (Dosidicus gigas): Caught with jigs in the Pacific Ocean, this large squid can reach up to 4 meters in length and weigh up to 65 kg. Its thick mantle and long arms are equipped with numerous toothed suckers.
(Sepia pharaonis / Sepia aculeata)
Indian Cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis/aculeata): Caught with trawl nets in the Western Indian Ocean, this cephalopod has an oval mantle and retractable tentacles. Males can reach up to 80 cm in length and weigh up to 5 kg.
