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Madrid Celebrates World Tuna Day with Innovative Culinary Proposals

The capital pays tribute to this versatile fish with dishes that blend Mediterranean tradition with Asian and French influences.

Image of red tuna tataki with ponzu sauce and crispy rice pearls.
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Image of red tuna tataki with ponzu sauce and crispy rice pearls.

World Tuna Day is celebrated on May 2nd, a date dedicated to raising awareness about the sustainable management of this species and its nutritional value, with Madrid offering various gastronomic proposals.

Tuna, a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, has seen its consumption grow exponentially due to its flavor, versatility, and nutritional properties. Rich in Omega-3, minerals, proteins, and Vitamin B12, this fish has been recognized by the UN, which in 2016 established May 2nd as its world day, with the first celebration in 2017.
The increasing demand in the early 21st century led to the need for sustainable fisheries management. Thanks to measures such as quota control, populations like the Mediterranean bluefin tuna have shown signs of recovery and abundance.
Spain plays a crucial role in the tuna industry, being the leading exporter in Europe and the third worldwide, only surpassed by Thailand and Ecuador. In the canned tuna sector, the country ranks second globally.
Among the most prized varieties, bluefin tuna stands out for its fatty meat and intense flavor, with a consumption tradition dating back to Roman times and the almadrabas (traditional tuna traps). Its popularity soared with the expansion of sushi. White tuna or albacore, a key ingredient in Basque marmitako, is also highly valued. For canning, skipjack tuna is the most common choice, being economical and adaptable to many dishes.
In Madrid, several restaurants celebrate this day with special creations. MOEMIA TABERNA VIAJERA, located at Avenida de los Andes, 8, offers a red tuna tataki with ponzu sauce, yellow aji emulsion, and crispy rice pearls, reflecting its travel-inspired cuisine with Asian influences.
At TARAMARA, situated at Avenida de los Arces, 11, a tuna tataki is also available, but with a nikkei dressing that adds extra juiciness, combining Asian flavors with a base of oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame.
LATASIA, at Paseo de la Castellana, 115, presents a salad with pickled bonito, fried shrimp, and tobiko, fusing Spanish techniques with Asian touches. Finally, COMPARTE BISTRÓ, on Calle de Belén, 6, offers tuna à la bordelaise with potato purée, a dish that unites Andalusian and French cuisine, using bluefin tuna from the Cadiz almadrabas.

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