Hiroshima Cavia Financier with Caviar Salt and Miyajima Honey
Cavia Financier is an original baked sweet from Hiroshima jewelry shop JEWELRy ITO. It combines salt made with Heike caviar from Shiiba, Miyazaki, with Hiroshima Miyajima honey and is baked...
At a glance
| Name | Hiroshima Cavia Financier with Caviar Salt and Miyajima Honey (Cavia Financier) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hiroshima |
| Region | Chugoku |
| Type | Black diamond-shaped financier with caviar salt, bamboo charcoal and Miyajima honey |
What is it?
Cavia Financier is an original baked sweet from Hiroshima jewelry shop JEWELRy ITO. It combines salt made with Heike caviar from Shiiba, Miyazaki, with Hiroshima Miyajima honey and is baked in a black diamond shape.
Bamboo charcoal gives the batter its black color and toasted character, while caviar salt supplies savoriness and moderate salinity against the honey's gentle sweetness. It uses caviar powder in a seasoning; it is not topped with loose fish eggs.
History and local context
The brand presents the Miyazaki caviar as a black jewel and turns that story into a contemporary Hiroshima gift confection. The official shop lists caviar salt, honey, charcoal, butter, egg white, wheat flour and almond powder among the ingredients.
It is sold as a room-temperature product to be eaten within thirty days after arrival. The official nutrition panel gives 124 kcal and 0.6 g salt equivalent per cake. It contains honey, so never give it to an infant under one, and check wheat, milk, egg and almond allergens.
How to enjoy it
Taste it plain first to notice the caviar salt, honey, butter and almond. The official shop also suggests pairing it with wine or champagne. Follow the current package for storage and expiry; the photographed caviar jar is not included.
This is a branded commercial confection; compare the maker and authorized seller when purchasing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Hiroshima Cavia Financier with Caviar Salt and Miyajima Honey from?
It is associated with Hiroshima, in the Chugoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Hiroshima Cavia Financier with Caviar Salt and Miyajima Honey?
This guide classifies it as black diamond-shaped financier with caviar salt, bamboo charcoal and miyajima honey. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Hiroshima Cavia Financier with Caviar Salt and Miyajima Honey online?
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