Something Different
Classic pairings of caviar and smoked salmon, atop blinis and crème fraîche or alongside vodka or champagne, are well-known and loved. However, sometimes a little creativity can lead to new experiences for your tastebuds that are delightful and exciting. Once you’ve learned how to pair caviar like a connoisseur, the next step is to add some creativity and start experimenting with unique combinations to bring out the flavors all the various types and grades of caviar have to offer.
Caviar & Chips
For years, we’ve been searching for the perfect potato chip to pair with our incomparable caviar. It wasn’t easy. Many were too salty. Some were too bland. Others clashed with the buttery brine and complex flavors of our caviar.
But in the Andes mountains, we discovered a strain of native, organic potatoes that have remained unchanged for thousands of years. Lightly seasoned with Maras salt and delicately prepared in sunflower oil, this mixture of colorful chips provides any pairing with a crisp texture and a robust, earthy tone. Whether you’re topping them or enjoying them on their own, these Andean delights bring a beautiful surprise to any platter, bowl or plating arrangement: a rare touch of sweetness amid the briny notes. This is a unique experience, even among our elite caviars. It makes the perfect gift for the connoisseur, who is looking for something new.
These chips pair well with all of our caviars, and when you want to experience the full breadth and beauty of the flavor combinations, you can’t go wrong with the Petrossian Five Star Collection. Together they make an incredible gift for anyone on your list. Or simply open the box, pop open the tins, and place alongside a platter of Petrossian Chips for a snack table at your next gathering that may get more interest than the main course.
Incredibly popular, these chips are one of our best sellers, and sell out fast and frequently. Be sure to stay tuned as they will be back for the holiday season, and we don’t expect them to last long!
Ricotta Ravioli with Caviar
While caviar and pasta is a classic pairing, we’ve taken it to the next level with this rich ricotta ravioli dish. Sliced red onions and mushrooms serve as the base in a cast iron pan for the ricotta ravioli. They bring out the savory flavors of the ravioli with a touch of umami. The warm ricotta is a lovely creamy base to pair with the gush of caviar, which can be placed on top of the ravioli before serving. The warm ricotta, rich base, and tender pasta will be brought to life with a pop of flavor from your favorite caviar.
The delectable, buttery blend of Royal Beluga Hybrid Caviar is an excellent selection to pair with this ravioli. Butter and brine come together perfectly in this beautiful combination of Beluga's warm, creamy notes and Sevruga's firm beads and fresh finish. Never compromise and savor the best of both worlds with this unique blend; and add a new level of perfection to your next ravioli dish.
An Entirely Different Dessert
No dinner party would be complete without dessert. While traditional French favorites such as Classic Macaroons, Petrossian Financiers, or “the caviar of chocolates” known as our Vodka Chocolate Pearls are always welcome, if creativity is the theme of the gathering, then dessert should be no different! Alongside the traditional favorites, try a unique caviar dessert, caviar ice cream. The creamy flavor and cold rush of the ice cream pairs surprisingly well with the buttery brine of caviar, leaving your tastebuds (and guests!) wanting more.
If you’re going to combine vanilla ice cream and caviar, though, we recommend a very robust caviar. Choose Tsar Imperial Alverta Caviar along with the least sweet ice cream you can find and an extra healthy dollop of caviar. Be sure to place the bite caviar-first, so as to experience the pop before the ice cream overwhelms the bite. You can leave out the olive oil, caviar is oily enough as it is!
Are you ready to try caviar pairings at home ahead of the holidays? Let your creativity flow as you experiment now, and plan a holiday menu that is sensational. You may contact our caviarologists® at 1-800-828-9241 for personalized recommendations on caviar pairings and we’re happy to help find the ideal selection for you and your guests.