Antonio’s at PGA Cars and Nomad Caviar partner for a monthly tasting dinner showcasing the versatility of caviar.
For centuries, caviar has been considered one of the world’s most prized culinary delicacies. However, its reputation for rarity has cast a certain mystique over it, often making it feel out of reach and confined to an old elite world. That perception, however, is beginning to shift globally, as caviar increasingly finds its way to the palates of a new generation. Contributing to this reinvigorated dialogue is a new tasting menu by Antonio’s at PGA Cars, in collaboration with Nomad Caviar, that seeks to reintroduce the luxury ingredient in a more approachable and innovative way.
Held every second Wednesday of the month, the caviar tasting dinner explores distinct culinary themes, designed as an ongoing conversation with caviar through interpretations of different flavors and techniques. During the recent inaugural dinner, a select group of diners, including Lifestyle Asia, were given a glimpse of what’s to come.
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Antonio’s PGA x Nomad Caviar
The new program is led by AC Agra, Corporate Executive Sous Chef at Antonio’s Group of Restaurants, working closely under the direction of founder Tonyboy Escalante. Together, they bring Antonio’s signature culinary precision to the forefront, presenting Nomad Caviar through menus that are both highly creative and carefully crafted to highlight one of gastronomy’s most prized ingredients.
At the center of the experience is Nomad’s Kaluga Hybrid Caviar, sourced from a hybrid sturgeon native to the Amur River Basin. The fish is a close relative of the famed Beluga sturgeon, which is among the most sought-after varieties for its exceptional quality. The Kaluga caviar itself is known for its luscious texture and nuanced, nutty flavor—qualities that lend both depth and versatility across courses.
Sustainably farmed and meticulously hand-selected, the caviar is packed in airtight tins before being delivered to the Philippines, which ensures optimal freshness and quality. “We were drawn to Nomad because of the way the caviar is sustainably farmed and sourced, yet it remains offered at a price that makes the experience more approachable,” shared Escalante.
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Caviar As The Main Course
Every second Wednesday of the month, diners are given a reason to return to Antonio’s at PGA Cars, where each new tasting menu is crafted to showcase caviar in fresh and unexpected ways. If the inaugural dinner was any indication, guests can expect an experience that’s both luxurious and thoughtfully composed.
“For the opening menu, we focused on classic flavors and considered how Nomad caviar could elevate them,” shared Chef Agra. “The goal was simply to let the ingredient bring depth to familiar flavors.”
Standout dishes from the opening menu included a Nomad Caviar Sandwich, an elevated take on the classic egg sandwich featuring a luscious egg yolk jam; an Oyster and Pearls course that evoked the ocean’s most luxurious depths; and, yes, even dessert featuring a rich crémeux course of caramelized white chocolate crowned with a generous dollop of caviar. Here, the ingredient is no longer confined to the periphery of the plate, instead taking its rightful place at the center.
The Antonio’s at PGA Cars x Nomad Caviar tasting menu series will be held at Antonio’s at PGA Cars, located at 202 Epifanio de los Santos Ave, Mandaluyong City, every second Wednesday of the month. Each dinner begins at 7 PM.
Photos courtesy of Antonio’s at PGA Cars x Nomad Caviar
