Kalles Kaviar facts for kids
Kalles kaviar over an egg sandwich.
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Kalles Kaviar is a very famous Swedish spread that people put on sandwiches. In Finland, it's known as Kallen Mätitahna. It's a special type of spread called smörgåskaviar, which means "sandwich caviar".
This popular spread is made by a company called Abba Seafood. Kalles Kaviar is mostly made from salted roe (which are fish eggs) from Atlantic cod. It also contains sugar, canola oil, and different spices to give it its unique taste.
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The Story of Kalles Kaviar
Kalles Kaviar was first introduced in 1954. It quickly became a classic food product in Sweden. Over time, it also became known around the world as a symbol of Swedish food.
The Famous Tube Design
The tube that Kalles Kaviar comes in has looked almost the same since it was first made. The picture on the label shows Carl Ameln, who was the son of the company's CEO at the time. The name "Kalle" was chosen because it was a very popular boy's name in the 1950s when the product was created.
Why an Aluminium Tube?
You might wonder why Kalles Kaviar comes in an aluminium tube instead of a plastic one. This is because the caviar needs to stay fresh and not touch the air. When you squeeze a plastic tube, air can get inside as the contents are used up. But an aluminium tube stays squashed in the shape you press it into, which helps keep the caviar fresh for longer.
Kalles Kaviar and IKEA
In 2011, the furniture store IKEA decided to stop selling Kalles Kaviar in its stores. Instead, they started selling their own brand of caviar. Many people were not happy about this change! Because of the strong reaction from customers, IKEA brought Kalles Kaviar back to its shelves within a few years.
The Caviar Market Today
In recent times, the market for Swedish smörgåskaviar has changed a lot. Now, many different supermarket chains have started making and selling their own brands of caviar spread. This means there are more choices for people who enjoy this type of sandwich topping.
