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The Caviar Cheat Sheet

Albertina Roca
  |   September 29, 2020   |  

From color to texture, the world of caviar is vast – and delicious! In this issue, we give you the cliff’s notes on our top premium caviars, so you can make educated purchases, become a more adventurous taster, or simply satisfy your curiosity on the glittering world of caviar and roe. Delve into the glamourous world of caviar below!

Beluga Hybrid

A crossbreed of coveted Beluga and premium Siberian Sturgeon, this hybrid delivers the size and flavor profile of Beluga, with the sustainability of smaller sturgeons. Buttery, mild, nutty and exquisite, this fine caviar is a MUST-try!

Osetra

This is the most popular pick worldwide! It varies in color from dark grey to yellow-green beads, and the flavor nutty and juicy, with a firm texture. The water and diet of the Osetra sturgeon affects its flavor, so you should give the different Osetra caviar a taste to see which one you love the most.

Sevruga

Sevruga is the smallest fish in this caviar sea, so you get small beads. But the secret of little sevruga is that its also the most intense tasting, so it makes up for its size with flavor. Many connoisseurs appreciate the crunchy texture and distinct buttery smoothness of these small glistening beads.

Kaluga Fusion

The essence of Beluga, in a new sustainable alternative, caviar lovers should add this to their baskets ASAP. This unique caviar is one of the most like Beluga, with large and glossy eggs and a mild and buttery taste. This variety is the result of a crossbreed between Kaluga and Amur sturgeon varieties.

Siberian Sturgeon Caviar

Remarkably like Osetra, the caviar from the Siberian Sturgeon is prized for its glossy dark caviar that's almost indistinguishable from its Caspian cousin. Earthy, with hints of sweetness and a fabulous buttery texture, Siberian Sturgeon is raised in aquafarms and is a great affordable high-end caviar.

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Albertina Roca

Copywriter & Certified Cheese Addict

Meet Albertina, a seasoned food writing wordsmith and marketing creative split between the sizzling vibes of Miami and the charming streets of Buenos Aires. With a solid 20 years in the traditional and digital advertising world for the gourmet food industry, she’s mastered the art of making words as mouthwatering as the dishes they describe. She’s proudly been part of the Gourmet Food Store family (and its brands) since its very beginnings, and what a fun, flavor-packed journey it has been!

Highlights

Albertina's journey in copywriting is marked by a passion for creativity and a knack for connecting with audiences. Her expertise spans SEO-driven content that boosts visibility, engaging social media strategies that spark conversations, persuasive advertising campaigns that captivate, and heartfelt storytelling that resonates deeply.

Experience

With a diverse portfolio spanning numerous articles, blogs, and captivating content pieces, Albertina has left her mark on the industry. From informative guides to persuasive sales copy, her work not only informs but also inspires action.

Education and Background

Her journey began at Rutgers College, where she studied in History and Political Science, with a minor in English Lit. She honed her craft at The Miami Ad School in South Beach, where creativity and copy collided under the South Florida Sun. From the neon streets of South Beach to the tango beats of Buenos Aires, her pen dances with the rhythm of whatever gastronomic tales she gets to write at the time.

Currently savoring life in Buenos Aires, Argentina, she’s bilingual in English and Spanish, an avid reader, and cheese addict.

Her writing? Seasoned with creativity, spiced with experience, and garnished with a dash of wit.

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