The 2026 Competition

On March 10th, 2026, the Gstaad Yacht Club provided the elegant setting for the first edition of The Black Pearl Awards. In a venue defined by Alpine sophistication, discretion, and long-standing tradition, leading producers, experts, and world acclaimed Chefs gathered to celebrate excellence in one of gastronomy’s most refined delicacies.

The Black Pearl Awards were created to recognise the finest caviars from around the world, honouring craftsmanship, quality, and the enduring heritage of sturgeon roe.