Caviar? Who cares! Just as the global hype for the pricey black delicacy spirals out of control, Scandinavians are staying true to a more humble fish egg: Kalix vendace roe. Better known as löjrom, this orange gold is a mainstay for Swedes – from top chefs to everyday citizens – looking to add a bit of panache to the plate
Kalix Löjrom, a Swedish delicacy beloved over caviar, holds EU Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, meaning it must be produced in a specific geographical area using traditional methods. Photo: Petter Bäcklund