Oliviers & Co Eggplant Caviar by Chef Streiff

Tasting Notes of the Curator

Oliviers & Co’s Eggplant Caviar by Chef Olivier Streiff is layered, velvety, and quietly surprising. Built around grilled eggplant, the preparation immediately reveals deep smoky aromas and a soft roasted sweetness that feels both rustic and sophisticated.

The inclusion of black olive pulp adds savory depth and gentle salinity, while extra virgin olive oil rounds the texture into something silky and luxurious on the palate. A delicate touch of honey softens the smokiness without pushing the spread into sweetness, creating remarkable balance and warmth.

One of the defining elements of this preparation is the decision to keep the grilled eggplant skin intact during production. This traditional approach intensifies both the color and aromatic depth of the spread, giving it its characteristic dark hue and layered fire-roasted complexity.

Then comes the unexpected twist: a subtle hint of banana. Rather than tasting overtly fruity, it quietly smooths the edges of the smoky eggplant and olives, adding an almost creamy softness that lingers delicately in the background. The result is distinctive, elegant, and far more nuanced than a typical vegetable spread.

Chef Olivier Streiff’s interpretation transforms humble eggplant into something deeply expressive — rich enough for entertaining, yet comforting enough for everyday Mediterranean-style dining.

Pairings and Suggestions

• Spread onto toasted sourdough, pita, or grilled focaccia.
• Pair beautifully with burrata, chèvre, or feta cheese.
• Serve as part of aperitivo or Mediterranean mezze platters.
• Excellent alongside grilled lamb, roasted chicken, or fish.
• Use as a dip for crudités or warm flatbread.
• Fold lightly into pasta or grain bowls for smoky depth.

For an elegant appetizer, serve topped with olive oil and fresh herbs alongside warm toasted bread and olives.

The Signature of Chef Olivier Streiff

Created in collaboration with French chef Olivier Streiff, this eggplant caviar reflects the chef’s creative and expressive culinary style. Known for his striking gothic-dandy persona and his appearance on Season 6 of France’s Top Chef, Streiff has become recognized for bringing artistic flair and layered flavor combinations into contemporary French cuisine.

This preparation embraces Mediterranean simplicity while introducing subtle unexpected touches — from the preserved grilled eggplant skin to the delicate hint of banana that rounds the palate. The result feels both traditional and inventive, balancing rustic fire-roasted character with refined gastronomic nuance.

It is a spread that quietly surprises: smoky, creamy, savory, and unmistakably chef-driven.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerate after opening and consume within recommended shelf life. Stir before use if natural oil separation occurs.