Santo Tomás Bomba Rice in 1 kg Textile Sack
The excellence of Valencian rice in its most traditional presentation.
Product Description:
Santo Tomás Bomba Rice is one of the most prestigious varieties from Arrocerías Antonio Tomás. Grown in the fertile fields of the Valencian Community, this rice is characterized by its short, rounded grain that significantly increases in size during cooking, exceptionally absorbing the flavors of the ingredients it is cooked with. Its packaging in a 1 kg textile sack not only preserves its freshness and quality but also pays homage to Valencian rice traditions.
Key Features:
• Variety: Bomba rice, known for its absorption capacity and firm texture.
• Grain: Short and rounded, expanding up to 2-3 times its original size when cooked.
• Texture: Remains firm and separate after cooking, preventing clumping.
• Flavor: Neutral, allowing it to enhance and absorb the flavors of ingredients and broths.
Culinary Uses:
This rice is ideal for a variety of traditional Spanish dishes, including:
• Paellas: Its high absorption capacity makes it perfect for paellas, capturing the flavors of seafood, meats, and spices.
• Soupy Rice Dishes: Ideal for dishes with higher liquid content, where a grain that maintains its integrity without becoming mushy is desired.
• Baked Rice: Perfect for recipes that require even cooking and a firm texture.Packaging:Available in a 1 kg textile sack, this traditional packaging not only protects the rice from external factors but also reflects the company’s commitment to quality and tradition.
About Arrocerías Antonio Tomás:
With over 60 years of experience, Arrocerías Antonio Tomás has established itself as a benchmark in the production of high-quality rice in Spain. The Santo Tomás brand, their oldest flagship, is exclusively dedicated to packaging native Valencian varieties such as Bomba, Albufera, and Bahía-Senia Type, ensuring authenticity and excellence in every grain.
Arrocerías Antonio Tomás, S.L., founded in 1962 by Antonio Tomás and his wife Maruja Primo, is a family-owned company located in Sollana, within the Albufera Natural Park in Valencia. Since its inception, the company has maintained a strong commitment to quality and tradition in the production of rice exclusively cultivated in Spain. This dedication has allowed it to position itself as one of the most prestigious companies in the market.
The company is a deep connoisseur and advocate of Valencian rice in its various varieties, actively participating as a member of the Regulatory Council of the Valencia Rice Designation of Origin. This involvement ensures that its products meet the highest standards of quality and authenticity.
Throughout its history, Arrocerías Antonio Tomás has successfully combined tradition with innovation, adapting to market needs while respecting the environment. This approach made it the first rice industry certified for the production of organic rice in the Valencian Community. Additionally, in 2009, the company was awarded the Accésit Prize by the Regional Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food for the best activity in promoting agri-food products.
The company offers a wide range of products under various recognized brands, such as Santo Tomás, La Carreta, Cebolla, La Cuna, La Marjal, BonArroz, and El Socarrat.
The quality of its products has led Arrocerías Antonio Tomás to be present in kitchens across five continents, collaborating with renowned clients.