I won’t say the best but the most popular top tier Caviar are from Iran and Russia. For let me share where Michelin chef secretly buy their Caviar from which is next level. No one will ever guess it. It is a well kept secret. It Quzhou in China. Super high grade caviar like no other. Try it when you have a chance and you’ll know why top chef hunts Quzhou caviar
Thank you for posting! Your presentation was beautiful, and I feel I could confidently enjoy a gathering featuring caviar. I look forward to more of your content.
Caviar fan here. Just a quibble on the French. 'Crème fraîche' is just whipped cream, so quite sweet and usually reserved for desserts. What you want for caviar is 'Crème épaisse' ot 'Crème aigre', what we call sour cream. The best!
for my dads 70s bday back in April - i ordered us (mom, dad and me) a Caviar service (Michael minas, Bellagio vegas.) i admit - it wasn't what i expected.. was thinks the fish-egg thingies and some crackers.. but they brought out this kind of spread.. and a shot of vodka for each!!!! i had no idea what to do.. Mom and dad either... we'd never really had it before except in a parfait form a couple of times?.. and yea - i asked the maitre d' - "er.. how do we eat this?" guy was so nice, gave us a basic walk though. mom and I loved it - dad thought the blinis were too thick/over powering.
i liked it so much - i've order 2 caviar gift/sampler kits - serval different types - few duplicate types, and - been watching videos on best way to serve - its my parents 51st anniversary so i wanted to do something nice for them. (and yea.. myself as well.. ;) - this video helps explain the "sides" exactly what i was looking for. dapper swede indeed!
I am so glad you found the video helpful. It’s exactly my goal, to demystify caviar, explain the general sides and give you the freedom to enjoy it however you like. Hope you start enjoying caviar, sounds like you and your family have lots to celebrate
Thanks for this video. I watched this a few months ago and tried ossetra and Kaluga caviar soon after. Caviar by itself is probably my favorite way to eat because you get to taste it purely. But I found that a lightly salted thin potato chip with creme fraiche may be my favorite accompaniment.
That is so wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing, it makes me so happy to hear. Glad you found “your way” to enjoy caviar. That’s truly the most important thing. 😊
Thanks for this video! My husband and I discovered caviar this summer in Europe and we LOVED it. We bought some for Christmas and New Years and it was such a great treat. For new years, I remembered what you said about potato chips, but I have to say for those of us in North America (I'm US-based), Kettle-brand sells an UNSALTED potato chip! I picked a bag in the store today and we're going to try it for new Years Eve! Along with toast, blinis, and latkes! So far our favorite way is unsalted butter on toast points, or straight from the spoon. Looking forward to trying some we are having some kaluga and ossetra. For Christmas we loved the American White Sturgeon caviar very much! Thank you from new caviar lovers!
Oh my goodness, what a feast you are going! How did it turn out. I love the idea of unsalted chips with caviar because the crunch is a wonderful texture with the caviar. I will have to try that. I can say that toast points, butter and caviar is a favorite. Even just soft boiled egg with a dab of caviar is scrumptious. So many ways, I love getting creative and I can tell you do too! Thank you so much for sharing!
Thank you for this video, it was a huge help preparing my husband and I for our first caviar experience and we’re already looking forward to the next one!
Thanks for the video. I have a few questions. Which brands are best to order online? How much to order per person? Lastly, what caviar bowl/utensil sets online do you recommend?
Thank you, Johan. When I began my caviar journey, I was very fortunate to taste various caviars and found my favorite from the white sturgeon. After trying them with various fixes, I settled on thin potato toasts with a small bit of creme fraiche and chive tips finished with a deeply chilled very smooth, silky, vodka . I noticed you were careful not to smear it around and mash it into your fixing and crisps. I've seen a lot of that. But I love to build it up, bring the topping into my mouth and take a small nibble of the toast an its edge. I want to taste the chilled buttery firmness of the caviar and then sip the vodka. I love this way!
I truly enjoy Caviar. I live in a very small town, aka, the Sticks! I had a wealthy neighbor who owned property about a mile away that may have been under the impression that those of us who lived here full-time were a bit underprivileged. They were part-time residents. She introduced me to Caviar and taught me different ways to eat it. I love it, but my wife hates it so I only get to serve it during the holidays once in a while. I just learned about the spoons though and will be purchasing a couple of nice serving spoons. Thank you for the lesson. I will try it on toast next time!
Thank you for sharing. Caviar can now be ordered online, so even if you don’t have a boutique close by that sells it, you can easily get it and enjoy it!
Thank you so much for this video! I will serve this to my wife as a wonderful first course. Just need some mother of pearl spoons, I like the aquatic theme
Grazie mille for this most informational video about caviar and how to serve and present it. You are quite the gentleman and very humble, educational, and not snobby in your videos. We come to you to learn! Thank you again. I am a new subscriber!
i'd had it in a parfait at michael minas is vegas, and at a idk.. hidden restaurant called Eculant - in Kemah board walk, Houston.. omg.. i liked it so much.. - when we went to Vegas for my dads 70ws bday back in April - i ordered us a caviar service.. it was so good.. i always thought "ewww.. fish eggs? WTF?!?!" but then i tried it... - if you go to Vegas - Michael minas has a good service. i've heard Eiffle tower has one too.. but couldn't get reservations. (we already had them for Michael minas.. the caviar thing was a total splurge
Thank you for this video, I am 56 and have never tried it...I hope to soon, and the tips and on how to eat it, thank you for this...I hope I like it...😊
I love Caviar! My first experience was in Tarain. Had it for breakfast with strawberries and Champaign. Next time it was placed in a bowl on ice, with just blini's and different condiments. I was lucky enough to have had it straight from wild sturgeon, as there was no such thing as farmed sturgeon back then. I was very privileged!
Hi! Love your channel. My old sef only liked simpler and minimalist decorations but Im starting to enjoy more the beautiful things of life like things more refined. I like your personal taste, it´s very inspiring and fresh! Please, talk about porcelain because i´m fascinated with old plates, tureens, figures, tea cups.
I am so glad you enjoyed the video and found it inspiring Edgar! You are so welcome! I will absolutely put porcelain on my list of possible future topics, my list is growing long and I love suggestions of future topics to cover. 🙏😊
Crème fraîche and sour cream aren’t exactly the same but similar and in many ways could be used in similar fashions. Crème fraîche is thicker and a bit richer, sour cream is a bit tangier.
I love caviar. Thank you for showing the joys of how to enjoy one of life's pleasures. Side note: when I was in the USArmy I would buy caviar to enjoy and introduce friends to new foods. In lieu of any alcohol I found sprite or Sierra mist made a decent pallet cleanser (those guys would fall over the only time I served champaign LOL).
I love this video. Very broad and covers ALL the relevant topics, I also love how after he gives us all that information the tail end of the video is just watching him nom the shit outta his caviar. I'm trying to think of holding some party where I present some caviar lol.
I will put together a night for myself and my adult kids; we will do caviar and vodka sampling - how do you pick the type of caviar? What do you think about my kid's first-time tasters?
Krista, What a lovely idea, I love it! I would say the most important is having fun and not being too worried about making mistakes. If you guys enjoy it, it’s the right way! Second I would say, when it comes to a sampling, focus on maximum 3-4 kinds, any more and it’s hard to distinguish the differences. And I am SURE the vodka tasting will make the evening more fun also. You will have to share how it goes.
I used to be a gardener for a rich person. At Christmas time the gift he gave me was this caviar stuff. I thought it was a joke. But after getting another job, a few years later I looked it up. Ridiculous, that stuff is $3,000 bucks. I mean, I used to smoke expensive Cuban cigars with him.
There’s no particular reason beyond being a fun and different way to eat caviar. It’s generally called a “caviar bump” and it’s one little dab that’s eaten in one go, as a bump.
and yea - that "you just feel special when you're doing it" and im sure you mean preparing it and ENJOYING IT.. - is exactly what i'm going for. yea it costs a lot.. but f it.. what's the point if you cant drop a few dimes on your loved ones. (and your self ;) )
There’s lots of options of caviar that comes in jars, so that’s for sure an option. And generally I would agree with your point, but caviar is not canned in regular tins. Caviar tins have been been coated on the inside to ensure there’s no reaction between the metal and the caviar.
What if I don't like fish, or sushi, or anything that tastes fishy??? I hear it described as buttery and nutty but no one honestly says if its fishy!!! I'll get grossed out if it is..be honest, please. Is it fishy tasting?
Dear Toby, I understand your concern, however, it’s hard to anticipate how you will find the taste. To me it doesn’t taste “fishy” because caviar has a very different taste than fish to me. But on the other hard, it does have a flavor reminiscent of the sea, so maybe that could be taken as “fishy”. If curious, I would say you might just have to try it and see. Maybe start with caviar as a garnish on something you enjoy. Maybe deviled eggs with a bit of caviar on top. Maybe you will like it, but if not, that’s ok too. Caviar is not everyone’s taste and there are many other amazing food items to enjoy. I personally don’t enjoy all, so called delicacies, and that’s perfectly ok.
And maybe truffles might be more your taste, I have an Ultimate Beginners Guide to Truffles also, you might want to check out. The flavor of truffles is woodsy and not the slightest fishy.
I’m looking at this video a day before my reservation at a restaurant where I’m going to order caviar 😅 thanks !
That’s wonderful! Enjoy! So special! Let me know how they serve it and what you thought of it!
Amazing video,thank you for explaining everything so well.
Thank you so much 🙏 I am so glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful
The best caviar comes from IRAN and RUSSIA! Two wonderful places worth visiting! I'll accompagny my Beluga-blinis with Beluga Wodka! YAY!
😂😂😂
I won’t say the best but the most popular top tier Caviar are from Iran and Russia. For let me share where Michelin chef secretly buy their Caviar from which is next level. No one will ever guess it. It is a well kept secret. It Quzhou in China. Super high grade caviar like no other. Try it when you have a chance and you’ll know why top chef hunts Quzhou caviar
I would say Madagascar
True. Best caviar is from the countries along the Caspian.
That looks mouth watering. I wish I could try that one day. The real stuff
Thank you for posting! Your presentation was beautiful, and I feel I could confidently enjoy a gathering featuring caviar. I look forward to more of your content.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I so appreciate it!!
Seen served at parties on television a lot lately thinking about doing a tasting party. Thank you for this information.
Glad you enjoyed it and found it informative! You should host a little tasting of your own
can i come ?
Thank you for the info! I love the way you explained everything ❤
Thank you so much for checking out my videos🙏 I am so glad you found the video helpful.
Caviar fan here. Just a quibble on the French. 'Crème fraîche' is just whipped cream, so quite sweet and usually reserved for desserts. What you want for caviar is 'Crème épaisse' ot 'Crème aigre', what we call sour cream. The best!
Exactly! 👌
for my dads 70s bday back in April - i ordered us (mom, dad and me) a Caviar service (Michael minas, Bellagio vegas.) i admit - it wasn't what i expected.. was thinks the fish-egg thingies and some crackers.. but they brought out this kind of spread.. and a shot of vodka for each!!!! i had no idea what to do.. Mom and dad either... we'd never really had it before except in a parfait form a couple of times?.. and yea - i asked the maitre d' - "er.. how do we eat this?" guy was so nice, gave us a basic walk though. mom and I loved it - dad thought the blinis were too thick/over powering.
i liked it so much - i've order 2 caviar gift/sampler kits - serval different types - few duplicate types, and - been watching videos on best way to serve - its my parents 51st anniversary so i wanted to do something nice for them. (and yea.. myself as well.. ;) - this video helps explain the "sides" exactly what i was looking for.
dapper swede indeed!
I am so glad to hear that the maître d was helpful and the celebration continued
I am so glad you found the video helpful. It’s exactly my goal, to demystify caviar, explain the general sides and give you the freedom to enjoy it however you like. Hope you start enjoying caviar, sounds like you and your family have lots to celebrate
Thanks for this video. I watched this a few months ago and tried ossetra and Kaluga caviar soon after. Caviar by itself is probably my favorite way to eat because you get to taste it purely. But I found that a lightly salted thin potato chip with creme fraiche may be my favorite accompaniment.
That is so wonderful! Thank you so much for sharing, it makes me so happy to hear. Glad you found “your way” to enjoy caviar. That’s truly the most important thing. 😊
This is such a well done video! Thank you for sharing and explaining everything so thoroughly.
So glad you like my video Brooke, thank you so much for the kind comment! 🙏
Thanks for the video!
You're welcome!
You’re lovely! Thank you for this great presentation!
Thank you for your lovely comment! 🙏
So glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for this video! My husband and I discovered caviar this summer in Europe and we LOVED it. We bought some for Christmas and New Years and it was such a great treat. For new years, I remembered what you said about potato chips, but I have to say for those of us in North America (I'm US-based), Kettle-brand sells an UNSALTED potato chip! I picked a bag in the store today and we're going to try it for new Years Eve! Along with toast, blinis, and latkes! So far our favorite way is unsalted butter on toast points, or straight from the spoon. Looking forward to trying some we are having some kaluga and ossetra. For Christmas we loved the American White Sturgeon caviar very much! Thank you from new caviar lovers!
Oh my goodness, what a feast you are going! How did it turn out. I love the idea of unsalted chips with caviar because the crunch is a wonderful texture with the caviar. I will have to try that.
I can say that toast points, butter and caviar is a favorite. Even just soft boiled egg with a dab of caviar is scrumptious. So many ways, I love getting creative and I can tell you do too!
Thank you so much for sharing!
Trader Joe’s has a white truffle potato chip that pairs nicely with caviar
Thank you for this video, it was a huge help preparing my husband and I for our first caviar experience and we’re already looking forward to the next one!
Thanks for the video. I have a few questions. Which brands are best to order online? How much to order per person? Lastly, what caviar bowl/utensil sets online do you recommend?
Thank you for giving us a great video😊😊 I really like this❤
So glad you like it! I have similar videos on truffles and Champagne, if interested
Great video, Johan. Thank you.
Post more I enjoy your videos and your presentation everything was on point
Thank you so much 🙏 I am so glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful
Thank you, Johan. When I began my caviar journey, I was very fortunate to taste various caviars and found my favorite from the white sturgeon. After trying them with various fixes, I settled on thin potato toasts with a small bit of creme fraiche and chive tips finished with a deeply chilled very smooth, silky, vodka . I noticed you were careful not to smear it around and mash it into your fixing and crisps. I've seen a lot of that. But I love to build it up, bring the topping into my mouth and take a small nibble of the toast an its edge. I want to taste the chilled buttery firmness of the caviar and then sip the vodka. I love this way!
Awesome! Clear and concise. I feel like an expert now. Thank you!
So glad you liked the video and found it helpful! Thanks for checking it out. I also have videos on truffles and Champagne, if interested
Another wonderful episode!! Ahhh caviar, our favorite! Bravo! ❤️❤️
Yay! Thank you! 💖💖💖
Bravo! Another wonderful
Episode!
Thank you love 💖
I truly enjoy Caviar. I live in a very small town, aka, the Sticks! I had a wealthy neighbor who owned property about a mile away that may have been under the impression that those of us who lived here full-time were a bit underprivileged. They were part-time residents. She introduced me to Caviar and taught me different ways to eat it. I love it, but my wife hates it so I only get to serve it during the holidays once in a while. I just learned about the spoons though and will be purchasing a couple of nice serving spoons. Thank you for the lesson. I will try it on toast next time!
Thank you for sharing. Caviar can now be ordered online, so even if you don’t have a boutique close by that sells it, you can easily get it and enjoy it!
Lumpfish for the poor Oorah
Thank you so much for this video! I will serve this to my wife as a wonderful first course. Just need some mother of pearl spoons, I like the aquatic theme
That’s a lovely idea, I am sure your wife is going to love it. What a special dinner you are planning. You will have to let me know how it goes.
Grazie mille for this most informational video about caviar and how to serve and present it. You are quite the gentleman and very humble, educational, and not snobby in your videos. We come to you to learn! Thank you again. I am a new subscriber!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for the kind comment 🙏
This is a really excellent video, thank you!
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed the video! 🙏🥳👋
Also check out my guides to Truffles and Champagne! 🥂 🍾
@TheDapperSwede I already found them, I'm going to watch later today, thanks!
Awesome! Thank you 🙏
Enjoy!
Awesome video. We have the same taste. Wouldn’t do the capers or chips either.
Good choice!
Wow I have never thought about eating caviar but now I am really excited for my first experience 😋 Great video Johan!
Thank you Daniel! Caviar might not be for everyone but I think it’s so delicious, so it’s certainly worth a try
i'd had it in a parfait at michael minas is vegas, and at a idk.. hidden restaurant called Eculant - in Kemah board walk, Houston.. omg.. i liked it so much.. - when we went to Vegas for my dads 70ws bday back in April - i ordered us a caviar service.. it was so good.. i always thought "ewww.. fish eggs? WTF?!?!" but then i tried it... - if you go to Vegas - Michael minas has a good service. i've heard Eiffle tower has one too.. but couldn't get reservations. (we already had them for Michael minas.. the caviar thing was a total splurge
Excellent video - you presented it the classic way & very stylishly!
So glad you liked it! Thank you for watching!
Great video ❤❤❤
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! 🙏
Thank you for this video, I am 56 and have never tried it...I hope to soon, and the tips and on how to eat it, thank you for this...I hope I like it...😊
Perfect..
Thank you so much 🙏
Great video, love it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thanks for the visit, glad you enjoyed the video
My dad bought this stuff for fun, thanks for the tutorial! :)
Hope you enjoy it!
I love Caviar!
My first experience was in Tarain.
Had it for breakfast with strawberries and Champaign.
Next time it was placed in a bowl on ice, with just blini's and different condiments.
I was lucky enough to have had it straight from wild sturgeon, as there was no such thing as farmed sturgeon back then.
I was very privileged!
That’s the way to enjoy it!!!
Such a useful video and you’re so likeable❤ thank you for this 🙏🏼🥂
Thank you Mea 🙏
You are so kind, that means a lot to me.
Excellent video
Thank you very much!
Thank you. Very helpful and informative!
Glad it was helpful!
I have an interview at petrossian a caviar bar and i need as much information i can get about.caviar
Hi! Love your channel. My old sef only liked simpler and minimalist decorations but Im starting to enjoy more the beautiful things of life like things more refined. I like your personal taste, it´s very inspiring and fresh! Please, talk about porcelain because i´m fascinated with old plates, tureens, figures, tea cups.
I am so glad you enjoyed the video and found it inspiring Edgar! You are so welcome! I will absolutely put porcelain on my list of possible future topics, my list is growing long and I love suggestions of future topics to cover. 🙏😊
Can you use plastic disposable spoons? I'm about to try really inexpensive caviar
This video is incredible
Thank you 🙏
Glad you enjoy it
I'm just wondering if creme fraiche as you describe is actually sour cream that you call it later in the video? Wonderful & informative!
Crème fraîche and sour cream aren’t exactly the same but similar and in many ways could be used in similar fashions. Crème fraîche is thicker and a bit richer, sour cream is a bit tangier.
I love caviar. Thank you for showing the joys of how to enjoy one of life's pleasures.
Side note: when I was in the USArmy I would buy caviar to enjoy and introduce friends to new foods. In lieu of any alcohol I found sprite or Sierra mist made a decent pallet cleanser (those guys would fall over the only time I served champaign LOL).
I love this video. Very broad and covers ALL the relevant topics, I also love how after he gives us all that information the tail end of the video is just watching him nom the shit outta his caviar.
I'm trying to think of holding some party where I present some caviar lol.
Awesome❤I have caviar and dont know how to eat it❤
Well, I hope my video gave you a few ideas. But feel free to get creative. Caviar on a soft boiled egg or an omelette are personal favorites.
i like it on a fresh roll with salted butter
Tell us about the potato? Boiled slices?
You’re absolutely correct! Boiled, cooled and sliced. Then use it as you would the blinis
Caviar is a revelation.
So delicious
Very informative indeed and you have just got yourself a new subscriber in me. Also you are very beautiful 💋
Thank you! I am so glad you enjoyed the video! 🙏🥳👋
And thank you for subscribing! I very much appreciate it!
Also check out my guides to Truffles and Champagne! 🥂 🍾
@@TheDapperSwede I will for sure 😘
Should the toast/blini/potato be bite size? Like sushi, which is suggested as eaten one whole piece at a time.
Yes, absolutely correct. It’s generally served in bite size as hand passed hors d'oeuvres or seated with drinks.
I will put together a night for myself and my adult kids; we will do caviar and vodka sampling - how do you pick the type of caviar? What do you think about my kid's first-time tasters?
Krista,
What a lovely idea, I love it!
I would say the most important is having fun and not being too worried about making mistakes. If you guys enjoy it, it’s the right way!
Second I would say, when it comes to a sampling, focus on maximum 3-4 kinds, any more and it’s hard to distinguish the differences.
And I am SURE the vodka tasting will make the evening more fun also.
You will have to share how it goes.
How'd it go?
Caviar on top of mashed egg yolk placed on a water cracker is other worldly.
Mamere loved cavier OMG
I can understand why!
True Caviar aficionados will only eat Caviar by itself. No extras, no egg, no creme fraiche.
I used to be a gardener for a rich person.
At Christmas time the gift he gave me was this caviar stuff.
I thought it was a joke.
But after getting another job, a few years later I looked it up.
Ridiculous, that stuff is $3,000 bucks.
I mean, I used to smoke expensive Cuban cigars with him.
I've seen people put just the caviar on the back of their forefinger knuckle. Is there a reason why they would do that?
There’s no particular reason beyond being a fun and different way to eat caviar. It’s generally called a “caviar bump” and it’s one little dab that’s eaten in one go, as a bump.
Also check out my guides to Truffles and Champagne! 🥂 🍾
😊👍
🙏👍
Just grab a handful and pop them in your mouth like popcorn!! Class dismissed! lol
Ps. You forgot nutty.
In Russia it is actually way cheaper
For sure it is, very true!
and yea - that "you just feel special when you're doing it" and im sure you mean preparing it and ENJOYING IT.. - is exactly what i'm going for. yea it costs a lot.. but f it.. what's the point if you cant drop a few dimes on your loved ones. (and your self ;) )
Thank you Alex! I am so glad you enjoyed the video! 🙏🥳👋
Also check out my guides to Truffles and Champagne! 🥂 🍾
@@TheDapperSwede Ooooo.. will do!
Thank you 🙏
Enjoy!
Lemon and onions are no go for the caviar 😝
So, you f up the pure taste with onions? Potatoe? And so on? 🤦♂️
Just here because of fallout..
I have $280 in my bank.
come on it comes in a tin, and you use a mother of pearl spoon - might taste better in a jar
There’s lots of options of caviar that comes in jars, so that’s for sure an option.
And generally I would agree with your point, but caviar is not canned in regular tins. Caviar tins have been been coated on the inside to ensure there’s no reaction between the metal and the caviar.
You forgot the cornichons.
You talk too much 😂
What if I don't like fish, or sushi, or anything that tastes fishy??? I hear it described as buttery and nutty but no one honestly says if its fishy!!! I'll get grossed out if it is..be honest, please. Is it fishy tasting?
Dear Toby,
I understand your concern, however, it’s hard to anticipate how you will find the taste.
To me it doesn’t taste “fishy” because caviar has a very different taste than fish to me. But on the other hard, it does have a flavor reminiscent of the sea, so maybe that could be taken as “fishy”.
If curious, I would say you might just have to try it and see. Maybe start with caviar as a garnish on something you enjoy.
Maybe deviled eggs with a bit of caviar on top. Maybe you will like it, but if not, that’s ok too.
Caviar is not everyone’s taste and there are many other amazing food items to enjoy.
I personally don’t enjoy all, so called delicacies, and that’s perfectly ok.
And maybe truffles might be more your taste, I have an Ultimate Beginners Guide to Truffles also, you might want to check out.
The flavor of truffles is woodsy and not the slightest fishy.
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@@TheDapperSwede Thanks, I think if I try some it'll be a high end caviar,, I heard they should be less fishy than the less expensive ones.
@@toby43078 LOL - that’s true! Good plan!