Event Details

DINE & DISCOVER
An Evening of Caviar at Lillius
In collaboration with Lillius, we presented a six course caviar dinner led by Chef Fraser McCarthy. As New Zealand’s only caviar matured in house, each course was designed to reveal its character through precise technique, seasonal accompaniments, and a progression from delicate, mineral notes to richer, buttery depth. Optional wine pairing was available and seating was limited for an intimate experience.
Throughout the evening, Sturgeon Valley founders Nicholas Long and Xinyue Wan shared brief tableside insights into sourcing, maturation, and service, while guests explored how different ages and maturations of caviar shape flavour and texture across the menu.
It was an honour to conclude the night by announcing our Lillius Private Select Caviar, an exclusive offering for Lillius, matured for a minimum of 70 days to Chef Fraser’s exact specification. Now available when you dine with Lillius.
WHAT WAS ON THE MENU:
CRAB, TREVALLY & ROE TART
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Classic) 8 Yrs
WAGYU DOUGHNUT
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Classic) 8 Yrs
- Alpha Domus Cumulus Blanc de Blanc NV Hawke's Bay
LILLIUS SOURDOUGH & SMOKED BUTTER
CRAYFISH AGNOLOTTI
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Classic) 8 Yrs
- Marc Bredif Vouvray Chenin Blanc 2023 Loire Valley
SURF & TURF
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Signature) 10 Yrs
- Scout Chardonnay 2023 Central Otago
DUCK, CELERIAC & CITRUS
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Signature) 10 Yrs
- Unkel Atlas Pinot Noir 2022 Nelson
HAZELNUT, PUMPKIN & PASSIONFRUIT
Caviar Kaluga Huso (Lillius Private Select) 10 Yrs
- Alpha Domus Leonarda Late Harvest 2025 Hawke's Bay
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