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Caviar FAQs

How to choose the perfect caviar gift
How much to give, what to pair it with and how to make sure it arrives fresh. A practical guide to giving caviar as a gift.
Sturgeon vs paddlefish caviar: what's the difference?
Paddlefish and sturgeon are related but different fish. How their roe compares in taste, price and labeling, and what to know if kosher matters to you.
What is black tobiko?
Black tobiko is crunchy flying fish roe colored with squid ink. What it tastes like, how it differs from masago, ikura and caviar, and what to check on the label.
What is masago?
Masago is the roe of capelin, a small fish. How it differs from tobiko, ikura and caviar, what it tastes like and how it is used.
Why caviar comes in a tin
The caviar tin protects the roe from light and air, keeps it cold and is part of the ritual of serving. Here's why it matters and how to open one.