In English-speaking countries , alici are sometimes called `` white anchovies '' , and are often served in a weak vinegar marinade . This particular preservation method is associated with the coastal town of Collioure in south east France . In English-speaking countries , alici are sometimes called `` white anchovies '' , and are often served in a weak vinegar marinade , a preservation method associated with the coastal town of Collioure in southeast France .