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Salmon Crudo, Caviar, Truffle Ponzu

Salmon Crudo, Caviar, Truffle Ponzu

Wild Alaska Sockeye Salmon Crudo
Daurenki Caviar, White Truffle Ponzu
Cucumber, Creme Fraiche, Radish Sprouts

Thinly sliced raw sockeye salmon served with truffle oil ponzu creates a perfect fusion of earthy and citrusy flavors. The robust, savory taste of the salmon is enhanced by the aromatic, umami-packed ponzu sauce.

Crisp refreshing cucumber accentuated with little dollops of crème fraîche complement the briny, nuanced flavors of the caviar, serving as a perfect base. Radish sprouts add a contrasting peppery bite.

The combination is elegant, light, refreshing, and sublime!

This Royal Daurenki Caviar is known as the “caviar lover’s caviar,” according to Petrossian. It has a complex flavor and unique blend of brine and fruity notes. It’s an exquisite study in contrasts, with a burst of juicy brine, followed by a nuanced flavor profile of dried fruit and toasted grains on the tongue, with savory butter lingering on the finish.

Salmon Crudo, Caviar, Truffle Ponzu

Salmon Crudo with Caviar and Truffle Ponzu Recipe

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Caviar Recipes Collection

Caviar Recipes Collection

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Caviar Recipes Collection
From Elegant to Everyday Presentations

Caviar, the glistening pearls of luxury, has been a symbol of indulgence for centuries. While it is often associated with formal events and opulent gatherings, caviar can also be a delightful addition to casual occasions.

Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a cozy get-together, this collection can help with ideas to serve caviar in ways that suit both fancy and relaxed settings.

From the luxurious ossetra (sturgeon roe) or the more accessible tobiko (flying fish roe), to very affordable black lumpfish roe, caviar invites food enthusiasts to savor its complexity and appreciate its origins.

Pairing it with classic accompaniments like blinis and crème fraîche, or experimenting with modern twists such as a stuffed martini olive or fried matzoh balls allows caviar to shine in both traditional and innovative ways.

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Fagioli al Caviale (White Beans with Caviar)

Fagioli al Caviale (White Beans with Caviar)

Fagioli al Caviale (White Beans with Caviar)
Inspired by Sophia Loren

“At first glance, the pairing of caviar with beans might seem sinful. But remember the Cinderella story, and the splendid prince who falls in love with the humble, poor-as-a-church-mouse Cinderella. Well, marrying beans with caviar has the same charm,” says Sophia Loren, in her book Recipes & Memories published by GT Publishing Corporation 1998.

Pairing caviar with beans is an excellent choice for the holidays because it blends sophistication with simplicity, creating a dish that feels both special and approachable.

Caviar brings a touch of luxury, making the dish feel celebratory and indulgent—perfect for holiday gatherings. Cannellini beans, on the other hand, offer a creamy, comforting base, which resonates with the warmth and coziness of the season.

Sophia Loren - A scene from Scandal in Sorrento 1955.
Sophia Loren – A scene from Scandal in Sorrento 1955. Photo from her cookbook.

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Ringing in a Dazzling and Delicious New Year!

New Year's Eve Appetizer

Ringing in a Dazzling and Delicious New Year!
Beggar’s Purses
and
British Cheese Toasts

Happy New Year Friends! May it be filled with dazzling and delicious dishes. And no shortage of exceptional adult beverages either. We are ringing in 2018 with a couple fabulous appetizers…pairing them with outstanding Champagne and Single Malt Scotch.

Champagne, smoked salmon, and caviar are an undisputed flavor trifecta. Here, premium smoked salmon is stuffed with a dollop of creme fraiche, then tied into an adorable bundle and topped with caviar.  Toasted brioche is the perfect vehicle for serving these little beggar’s purses, although a knife and fork are required. Forever elegant NV Billecart-Salmon Rosé is totally enchanting, with flavors of sweet spice and wild strawberries, it continues to be the Champagne that should be married to smoked salmon. And not just because of the name.

Our second appetizer is designed to pair with Scotch Whisky. Rich salty cave-aged English cheddar heightens the sweet notes in the Scotch. Peppery arugula and pickled watermelon radish offer the perfect counterpoints. Talisker Single Malt is from Carbost, Scotland on the Isle of Skye, it’s full-flavored and wonderfully peaty, with compelling flavors and brisk scents of the seashore in every luscious sip.

New Year's Eve Appetizer

Beggar’s Purse and British Cheese Toast Recipes

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Lemon Butter Spaghetti Tower with Caviar

Lemon Butter Spaghetti Tower with Caviar, Creme Fraiche, Chives

Lemon Butter Spaghetti Tower with Caviar
Crème Fraîche, Chives

Taking little sturgeon eggs to new heights, the usual suspects are combined in an unusual presentation. Spaghetti is tossed with lemon butter and twirled into a tall tower. Chives and crème fraîche make their predictable appearance then the pasta is crowned with a most heavenly California caviar. It’s definitely a special occasion pasta dish.

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