It all started in Santoña
Before Pujadó Solano existed, there was Milagros Solano. She was born in Santoña, into a family connected to the sea and the tradition of anchovy salting. She grew up close to a craft that understood the value of selecting the fish well, giving it time, and handling every fillet with care.
In the 70s, an idea began to take shape: to create a project of her own based on that knowledge. With the support of her husband, Alfonso Pujadó, Milagros decided to take the step.
A family project born in 1984
Milagros and Alfonso founded Pujadó Solano in Barcelona in 1984. The company was born far from Santoña, but with its roots very much present: they wanted to produce preserves in which the quality of the raw materials and the care of artisanal production could be recognized.
These were years of work, learning, and shared effort. Little by little, the project grew and reached more people. What began with the initiative of Milagros and Alfonso became a family business with a purpose that we continue to make our own: to offer products that we can feel proud of.
Our secret lies in how we do things
We like to talk about the quality of our canned goods, but we know that word only makes sense when it translates into concrete decisions.
It starts with choosing the right raw materials. It continues by respecting the preparation times and trusting the expert hands that handle every product. An anchovy needs to mature before it reaches the filleting stage; afterwards, it must be cleaned and prepared one by one. For our white anchovies and our Bonito del Norte tuna, every process also requires attention and expertise.
Behind every package there are people. Their experience, their patience, and their daily work are an essential part of who we are. When we say that we produce in an artisanal way, we are talking about them and about a craft that deserves to be valued.
The return to Santoña
In 2002, the company expanded its production capacity with a new facility in Santoña. It was an important step for continued growth and, at the same time, a return to Milagros' roots.
Santoña is a town closely linked to the sea, fishing, and anchovy production. Here, this work is part of the history of many families and has earned it the name "Cradle of the Anchovy." Returning meant being close to that expertise and continuing our journey in the place where the story of Milagros had begun.
From Santoña to the world
We strive to get our products to tables everywhere, from those of people living near Santoña to those of people who discover us in other countries. We want you, wherever you are, to be able to enjoy the work we do here.
To also reach those living outside Spain, we have an export department that ensures our products travel and arrive in the best possible conditions. And whether a preserve is shared close to home or crosses a border, it carries with it the work of our team and a small part of our history.
A legacy that lives on
Milagros and Alfonso are no longer with us, but they remain very much present at Pujadó Solano. Today, their children and grandchildren are part of the project they started.
Continuing their legacy is not just about remembering how the company began. It also means looking after what they taught us, recognizing the work of the people who accompany us, and making decisions that allow this project to move forward.
More than four decades have passed since 1984. We have grown and incorporated new products, but we remain a family business that knows its origins and wants to keep them alive.
Thank you for wanting to get to know us
If you have made it this far, thank you for taking a few minutes to read our story. Perhaps you were already familiar with our products; now you know the family and the team that makes them possible a little better.
Milagros and Alfonso began this journey. Their children, their grandchildren, and everyone who is part of Pujadó Solano continue to follow it, with Santoña always present and a desire to share what we do with you.
