Everything that makes Rockfish's Mount's Bay sardines worth seeking out — fat, hand-prepared Cornish fish, steamed and carefully hand-laid in tins — with a kick of cayenne that lifts the whole thing.
The heat is measured, not aggressive. Cayenne adds warmth and sharpness to the natural oiliness of the sardine without sacrificing any of the quality underneath.
Excellent on buttered toast to temper the heat, tossed through pasta with a squeeze of lemon, or eaten straight with a cold beer.
