It’s National Caviar Day! Caviar is the processed, salted roe of fish. These smooth, tiny eggs are usually black. It may not sound tasty, but caviar is actually considered to be a delicacy worldwide.

Many people use the term “caviar” to describe any kind of fish egg. However, the roe of true caviar must come from sturgeon, a group of about 25 species of fish. Some examples of sturgeon are beluga, osetra and sevruga. These particular fish produce some of the finest varieties of caviar in the world.

Caviar is quite salty, so it is usually enjoyed plain. However, it can also be used to garnish certain dishes. If you’re feeling adventurous, try some today! You can find caviar at some specialty food stores. Otherwise, just head to a local seafood restaurant or grill a nice piece of fish to celebrate National Caviar Day.