World's Best Ham by PataNegra.dk

Spain has once again put one of its most iconic foods in the spotlight: jamón. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has opened the 2026 edition of the Alimentos de España Awards for Best Hams, a national contest that recognizes quality, tradition, and the skill behind Spanish cured ham. Applications are open until May 7, 2026, giving producers across the country the chance to present their best pieces. The goal is not only to choose a winner but also to promote Spanish ham as a product with a history, identity, and real craft behind it. Two Categories, One Big Tradition The awards are divided into two main groups. One is for Best Serrano Ham or other recognized quality figures, while the other focuses on Best Bellota Ibérico Ham, one of Spain's most famous gourmet products. To take part, producers must be based in Spain, and the company itself must make the ham. They also need to show a steady production record, including at least 1,500 pieces a year over the last three...