Celebrate the start of the New Zealand Caviar Season in a champagne-soaked rooftop party.

Your chance to taste the season’s first batch, limited-edition caviars with all the gastronomic trimmings in one sumptuous, celebratory night.

Your ticket includes:

  • Bumps of Fresh Mt Cook caviar — a first taste of the season's newest release
  • Ayala Champagne on arrival
  • A fresh sashimi station with chef demonstrations and accoutrements
  • An innovative caviar cocktail
  • Salmon & caviar canapés galore
  • A first taste of SO/ Auckland’s very own caviar infusion
  • Your chance to meet New Zealand’s top caviar craftsmen
  • A stunning rooftop view at HISO Rooftop Bar


An extra selection of Ayala champagne specials will be available by the glass and bottle, should guests want to continue the good times.

What makes the local caviar season special?
Handcrafted in small batches at the start of the season and available for a fleeting moment in time, Freshwater King Salmon Caviar creates prized pearls known for a vibrant, crisp and moreish taste. The caviar is carefully harvested from specially-selected salmon thriving in pristine alpine waters of South Island’s Mackenzie Country.

A gastronomic immersion
The entire menu—including SO/ Auckland’s very own caviar—has been designed to showcase the best, and most unique. Crafted by Chef Roy Giam, who has been a Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Caviar champion since inception, the menu will be immersive, indulgent and one-of-a-kind.

You know about truffle and Bluff Oyster Season — now get ready to indulge in New Zealand’s caviar season.

Parking: There are plenty of after-hours parking in Britomart and around Gore Street. SO/ Auckland can valet cars for $55 an evening.

Any questions? Contact Chef Roy Giam here

Park for $2 per hour at the Victoria St car park on evenings and weekends. Find out more.

Kids ride free on public transport on weekends and public holidays. Find out more.

Last updated: 05 June 2024