Caviar is very delicate in both texture and taste. It is most important to keep caviar very cold both in storage or when serving. As soon as caviar losses its chill both flavor and texture starts to decline.

When serving caviar from the original container always place the container in a bed of ice. You can use a fancy caviar server or just a bowl of crushed ice to place the jar or tin in. The caviar can be spooned directly from the container. If you prefer you can remove the caviar from the original container and place in a small crystal or glass bowl. Still it is important to have the bowl placed in the crushed ice for serving. ALWAYS KEEP CAVIAR COLD!

When serving caviar use nonmetallic utensils. Metal and especially silver utensils may impart a metallic taste to the caviar. The most elegant way to serve caviar is with mother of pearl, shell or bone spoons. If those are not available plastic serving ware is very suitable.

We at Sterling Caviar LLC feel that Sterling Caviar is so good you can eat it naked. Spoon by spoon. But there are many accompaniments that go quite well with caviar which are easy to prepare and serve.

Caviar is commonly served on plain bread or toast with cream cheese, crème fraîshe, or sour cream. Toast points can be made by toasting white bread, removing the crust and cutting the toast into small triangles. Add a small amount of the cream cheese then a dollop of caviar. Additionally, traditional accompaniments include finely chopped red onion, chopped boiled egg, capers or chives. These can each be served in a small bowl which is placed around the caviar, toast and cream cheese allowing your guest to make their own combination. Prepared appetizers can be set up with any combination of these accompaniments.

There are many things caviar can be served with to enjoy. Instead of toast points small plain crackers and be used. Plain Melba Toast works well. We have found that spears of endive can substitute for a cracker adding a fresh vegetable texture without overpowering the flavor of the caviar. Historically, small pancakes called blinis are eaten with caviar. These pancakes can be made with wheat or buckwheat flour. Small potato pancakes are great. You can even make little cakes of fried hashbrowns to cover with sour cream and caviar.

Traditional beverages to serve with caviar include ice cold Vodka or a dry Champagne. A dry white wine works quite well also. We haven’t found just the right beer to drink with caviar but we haven’t given up on that one yet. We’re sure there is one out there.

No matter how you eat premium quality caviar, or when you serve it, it is always a special moment and should always be relished.

How much caviar to buy? Ball park serving guide

A common question we get from customers is "How much caviar should I buy for my party?". Well, we have to ask how many guests? How are you serving the caviar? Are your guests big caviar eaters?

Here are some ball park guidelines to start with. For eating caviar straight out of the jar or tin and real caviar enthusiasts are your guests, figure at least 15 to 30grams per person. If you are serving appetizers with caviar on top and you want to taste the caviar over the other ingredients on the appetizer, use a dollop of a heaping 1/2 teaspoon of caviar.
You can get between 8 to 10 - 1/2 teaspoon servings per 30 grams  of caviar. For a touch of caviar, more as a garnish, use 1/4 teaspoon or less. You can get about 20 - 1/4 teaspoon servings per 30 gram of caviar. These are only suggestions. It really depends on you, your guests and how much you are able to spend. When caviar is the focus of your treats at your gathering then the more the merrier.

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