DUBAI, UAE -- Burj Al Arab Jumeirah joined forces with AmStur Caviar, the premiere US supplier of world-class caviar, to set the world record title for the largest tin of caviar ever created; the monumental tin, named "The Mashenomak" in honour of the "Great White Sturgeon" of Native American legend, was custom-made by AmStur for the occasion; it contained 17kg of deliciously flavourful, deep-grey Empress caviar, according to the World Record Academy. Photo: The monumental tin, named "The Mashenomak" in honour of the "Great White Sturgeon" of Native American legend, was custom-made by AmStur for the occasion. It contained 17kg of deliciously flavourful, deep-grey Empress caviar, the world's only fully certified organic caviar from native-raised sturgeon, which has been called "an organic culinary masterpiece." (enlarge photo)
The Guinness World Records world record for the most expensive of all caviar, and indeed the world's most expensive food is 'Almas', from the Iranian Beluga fish - 1 kg (2 lb 3 oz) of this 'black gold' is regularly sold for £20,000 (then $34,500).
Guinness World Records also recognized the world record for the most expensive sushi; it costs 91,800 Phillipino Pesos (£1,313.88, $1,978.15) for five pieces of nigiri garnished with diamonds and wrapped in 24-karat gold leaf produced by chef Angelito Araneta Jr. (Phillipines).
The monumental tin, named "The Mashenomak" in honour of the "Great White Sturgeon" of Native American legend, was custom-made by AmStur for the occasion.
It contained 17kg of deliciously flavourful, deep-grey Empress caviar, the world's only fully certified organic caviar from native-raised sturgeon, which has been called "an organic culinary masterpiece."
Lucky guests had the opportunity to partake in the world's largest serving of caviar using custom-engraved mother-of-pearl spoons, produced to commemorate the occasion. (enlarge photo)
As part of the record-guidelines and GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS requirements, the entire portion of caviar had to be completely consumed, allowing guests to enjoy the luxurious tastes of the caviar.
"We are thrilled to have partnered with AmStur Caviar and delighted to share this incredible record breaking experience with our most valuable and loyal guests.
At Burj Al Arab, we pride ourselves on extending to our guests unique and memorable experiences and we welcomed this opportunity to introduce them to AmStur – The World's Finest caviar, which also I am pleased to add is environmentally friendly and sustainable, very much in line with Jumeirah Group's philosophy" commented Doris Greif, Senior Vice President Operations – MEASA Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts.
"We were very proud to partner with the prestigious Burj Al Arab Jumeirah in this unique undertaking, and extremely excited to introduce our world-class caviar to the guests," says AmStur Caviar Partner Nicholas Narsavidze.
"AmStur's native-raised, white sturgeon, caviar has been acclaimed by renowned chefs and discerning consumers throughout the world for its exquisite flavour and perfect texture. Our success demonstrates that culinary excellence and sustainable practices can go hand-in-hand, and we look forward to bringing AmStur caviar to everyone who not only appreciates fine quality, but cares about protecting the environment."
