Holiday Magic

BRING THE CHEER AND IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS

Holiday Magic

BRING THE CHEER AND IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS

wagyu & caviar experiences shipped to your doorstep

shop wagyu

experience the best beef from rare & award-winning farms around the world

AUSTRALIAN CROSSED WAGYU

Known for exceptional marbling, buttery texture that is slightly leaner than Japanese, and delicious flavor. Higher BMS (beef marbling scores) are fattier, and BMS 8+ is our highest.

FULLBLOOD VS CROSSED WAGYU
Wagyu translates to "Japanese Cow." Most Wagyu we consume is from the Japanese Black (Kuroge Washu) breed. By law, wagyu in Japan are Fullblood (100% wagyu genetics) with no cross-breeding.

Fullblood Wagyu are genetically unique to have the highest intramuscular fat (marbling) and have a low melting point of ~ 78°F, resulting in the famous melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Japan used to export live Fullblood Wagyu to the world. In 1997, though, Japan declared the Wagyu breed a living national treasure and banned exports. Today, there is a small amount of Fullblood Wagyu outside of Japan.

CROSSED WAGYU GENETICS
- higher F numbers = more wagyu DNA
- most are F1 and F4 are the rarest
Farmers achieve genetic variations by crossing Wagyu with Angus. Higher percentages of Wagyu genetics lead to higher F numbers and more Wagyu characteristics in the beef. Most Wagyu in the U.S. & Australia are F1 Crosses (50% wagyu).

WAGYU DIET INFLUENCES BEEF FLAVOR
- Grain Diet: mild beef flavor
- Grain & Grass Diet: medium beefiness
- Grass Diet: strong beef flavor
Many Australian Wagyu farms allow their cattle to graze on grass, creating a deeper beef flavor profile similar to dry-aged meats. Most American Wagyu farms follow Japanese-style grain feeding, producing a milder flavor profile.

MARBLING & TEXTURES
Crossing wagyu is a hard science, and there's a wide variance in quality from different farms. Marble scores range from USDA choice to slightly leaner than A5. We scour the world to find the best quality of wagyu in each category.

Generally, Australian Wagyu programs typically marble out better than American Wagyu, but some exceptions exist. Beef marble scores (BMS) measure the amount of intramuscular fat. Higher BMS scores are fattier, and lower BMS scores are more balanced in steak texture. The highest BMS scores will be slightly leaner than the melt-in-your-mouth A5 Japanese Wagyu.

WAGYU BRANDS
Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Farms will differ in genetics, animal husbandry, environment, and diet. Learn the differences by tasting wagyu from different farms across the world.

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AMERICAN CROSSED WAGYU

Higher BMS scores are fattier, and lower BMS scores are more balanced in steak texture. Generally, F1 American wagyu is popular for its lighter beef flavor profiles and wide range of marbling.

FULLBLOOD VS CROSSED WAGYU
Wagyu translates to "Japanese Cow." Most Wagyu we consume is from the Japanese Black (Kuroge Washu) breed. By law, wagyu in Japan are Fullblood (100% wagyu genetics) with no cross-breeding.

Fullblood Wagyu are genetically unique to have the highest intramuscular fat (marbling) and have a low melting point of ~ 78°F, resulting in the famous melt-in-your-mouth experience.

Japan used to export live Fullblood Wagyu to the world. In 1997, though, Japan declared the Wagyu breed a living national treasure and banned exports. Today, there is a small amount of Fullblood Wagyu outside of Japan.

CROSSED WAGYU GENETICS
- higher F numbers = more wagyu DNA
- most are F1 and F4 are the rarest
Farmers achieve genetic variations by crossing Wagyu with Angus. Higher percentages of Wagyu genetics lead to higher F numbers and more Wagyu characteristics in the beef. Most Wagyu in the U.S. & Australia are F1 Crosses (50% wagyu).

WAGYU DIET INFLUENCES BEEF FLAVOR
- Grain Diet: mild beef flavor
- Grain & Grass Diet: medium beefiness
- Grass Diet: strong beef flavor
Many Australian Wagyu farms allow their cattle to graze on grass, creating a deeper beef flavor profile similar to dry-aged meats. Most American Wagyu farms follow Japanese-style grain feeding, producing a milder flavor profile.

MARBLING & TEXTURES
Crossing wagyu is a hard science, and there's a wide variance in quality from different farms. Marble scores range from USDA choice to slightly leaner than A5. We scour the world to find the best quality of wagyu in each category.

Generally, Australian Wagyu programs typically marble out better than American Wagyu, but some exceptions exist. Beef marble scores (BMS) measure the amount of intramuscular fat. Higher BMS scores are fattier, and lower BMS scores are more balanced in steak texture. The highest BMS scores will be slightly leaner than the melt-in-your-mouth A5 Japanese Wagyu.

WAGYU BRANDS
Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Farms will differ in genetics, animal husbandry, environment, and diet. Learn the differences by tasting wagyu from different farms across the world.

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A5 JAPANESE WAGYU

Our top shelf and highest-marbling beef is famed for its luxurious melt-in-your-mouth texture. Sourced from small, rare, and award-winning brands across Japan. Higher BMS scores are fattier in texture.

WHAT IS A5?
A5 is a Japanese grading term for the highest yield and meat quality grades.

THE PAPA WAGYU DIFFERENCE
Beef marble score (BMS) measures the amount of intramuscular fat (marbling). A5 ranges from BMS 8 to 12. BMS 8 is similar to fatty tuna, and BMS 12 is similar to extra-fatty tuna. We specialize in sourcing the highest BMS 12, which accounts for less than 5% of A5 Japanese wagyu.

GENETICS
By law, wagyu in Japan are Fullblood (100% wagyu genetics) with no cross-breeding. Fullblood wagyu has a low melting point of ~ 78°, resulting in the famous melt-in-your-mouth experience.

300+ WAGYU BRANDS
Like wine, each brand/region of wagyu will be distinct from the others. Farms will differ in genetics, animal husbandry, environment, and diet. Learn the differences by tasting different Japanese brands as a wagyu flight.

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GIFT SETS

Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Enjoy our finest curations in one sitting, or store the steaks in the freezer to eat over time. Wagyu, roe, & caviar sets are easy to make - cooking instructions included.

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caviar & roes

add a caviar tasting to your next celebration

AMERICAN STURGEON CAVIAR

Sustainable & delicious American White Sturgeon Caviar by Tsar Nicoulai. Trusted by Michelin chefs and fine restaurants.

From our farm to your door, we provide the caviar enthusiast with direct access to the best custom-crafted caviar. By managing our brood stock and spawning, we control our fish lineage and maintain unique grades of caviar - Classic, Estate, Select, Reserve, Golden Reserve, and Crown Jewel.

Our journey started in 1984 when UC Davis researchers identified our local California White Sturgeon as a unique species capable of naturally producing caviar with variations in color, flavor, and texture. Our farm is about 10 miles away from the waters our native White Sturgeon species inhabit. By simulating those neighboring rivers for the sturgeon, we emulate Mother Nature's works and harvest some of the highest yields and best quality of caviar.

Classic Caviar
• entry level caviar with a briny, yet delicate finish.
• good as a garnish for sushi

Estate Caviar
• rich, clean, and earthy flavor
• award winning caviar at an amazing price.

Select Caviar
• middle grade caviar with a smooth finish and gentle pop.

Reserve Caviar
• premium caviar produced in limited quantities
• nutty and light flavor prized by chefs

Golden Reserve Caviar
• same caviar as Reserve, but with a highly-sought out golden color.

Crown Jewel
• Tsar's rarest top-shelf caviar
• buttery/creamy flavor with a rich and clean fi

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GLOBAL STURGEON CAVIAR

Other species of fine sturgeon caviar. Certified sustainably produced by Tsar Nicoulai's partners around the world.

Acipenser Gueldenstaedtii is commonly know as Russian Sturgeon or Osetra. The most prestigious and traditional caviar originates from the Caspian Sea.

Osetra Caviar
• clean, rich, and nutty flavor with a slightly briny finish. one of our favorites.

Golden Osetra Caviar
• same caviar as Osetra, but with a highly-sought out golden color.

Acipenser Baerii is a river sturgeon, found in Siberia. Inhabits deep parts of large rivers, with moderate to swift current. Acipenser Baerii can live up to sixty years and usually weighs less than 65 kgs.

Baerii Caviar
• exceptional entry level caviar with a unique sweet brine finish
• best on it's own or as a topping on other seafood, sushi, etc.

Beluga caviar is typically the most expensive and premium caviar found primarily in the Caspian Sea. Beluga caviar comes from the Beluga Sturgeon, known as Huso Huso.

Beluga Hybrid Caviar
• Beluga x Acipenser Steallatus hybrid caviar with mild and buttery brine flavor.
• top-shelf caviar for enthusiasts.

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SALMON & TROUT ROES

Sourced from the finest purveyors around the world. Delicious and filled with nutrients for sushi, blinis, and endless dishes.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons. Salmon roe is the eggs from salmon and offers a delicious pop in your mouth.

This delicacy is best with sushi, in a blini, flatbread, biscuit, and many other ways.

Marinated Salmon Roe
• the delicious ikura you find in high end sushi restaurants - best served with sushi rice to balance out the soy sauce marinade.

Salmon Roe
• best for the flavor purists or if you need to balance out a dish.

Smoked Salmon Roe
• add a BBQ-flavored roe to elevate your savory recipes like baked potatoes, dips, and more.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons.

Trout roe is the eggs from trout and one of our favorite roes. They're smaller than salmon roe, have a unique silky pop texture, and slightly sweet flavor.

Trout Roe
• fiery orange roe with a bright, silky pop and subtle, sweet flavor.
• delicious on sushi, crackers, eggs, seafood, blini, potatoes, layered dips, and fish ceviche.

Smoked Trout Roe
• excellent choice if you enjoy a hint of smoky flavor in your dishes.

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GIFT SETS

Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Enjoy our finest curations in one sitting, or store the steaks in the freezer to eat over time. Wagyu, roe, & caviar sets are easy to make - cooking instructions included.

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how it works

NATIONWIDE SHIPPING

Contiguous U.S, Alaska, & HI
Please arrange for someone to be home to receive your package and store the perishable items immediately.

1-Day packages ship out Monday & Wednesday.

Although we take lengths to ensure packages arrive on time, there may be a rare chance of shipping delays, especially during the holidays. We recommend having your wagyu come at least one week earlier than needed in the rare case of a carrier shipping delay out of our control.

Please contact us if you need your package on a specific date.

1-DAY SHIPPING

• when to refrigerate: consuming within 5 days of package arrival and/or most of your wagyu in one cook.

• when to freeze: consuming after 5+ days of package arrival and/or consuming your wagyu over multiple cooks.

SCHEDULE

We will e-mail you a tracking number from help@papawagyu.com the night before your package arrives. We recommend you sign up for package notifications directly within the e-mail with the tracking number.

Unless specified otherwise, we ship all of our beef fully frozen. We double insulate our packages with high-performance insulation and ice packs to ensure temperature safety.

1-Day packages ship out Monday & Wednesday

Although we take lengths to ensure packages arrive on time, there may be a rare chance of shipping delays, especially during the holidays. We recommend having your wagyu come at least one week earlier than needed in the rare case of a carrier shipping delay out of our control.

Use the schedule below to see when your package is estimated to arrive.

A signature isn't required for your package. However, please arrange for someone to transfer your perishable items to the refrigerator or freezer when the package arrives. We recommend signing up for package notifications within the tracking e-mail.

We take great care to ship out packages on time and kindly ask you to do the same. Papa Wagyu, LLC will not be responsible for spoiled shipments from sitting outside in the heat and stolen packages after the carrier delivers them. Thank you for your help.

An automated e-mail will be sent to you from help@papawagyu.com one day before your package arrives (check your spam folder if you don't see it). We recommend signing up for package notifications within the tracking e-mail.

Yes, for orders which require 1 or 2-day shipping. Most e-commerce retailers will mark up their products to offer "free shipping." We offer the best products at the lowest prices. Due to the high cost of shipping and slim margins, we recommend you split an order with friends to offset the shipping cost.

BAY AREA DELIVERY

San Jose (Free over $100)
Santa Clara & Milpitas (Free over $150)
Delivery Days: Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays

(How To Place An Order For Bay Area Delivery)

1. Add your items to the cart to meet the minimum order for free delivery. Click Check Out.

2. Enter your shipping address. Under Delivery Method, click Nationwide Shipping or Local Delivery. Click Continue to shipping

3. On the next page, click Local delivery under Shipping method. Click Continue to payment and pay for your order.

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Once you place an order, we will reach out to you and coordinate a delivery date. We normally deliver on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Please contact us if you need your order sooner or on a specific date.

Unless specified otherwise, we ship all of our beef fully frozen. We deliver your orders with insulation and ice packs to ensure temperature safety.

Please let us know if you need more ice packs.

Once you place an order, we will reach out to you and coordinate a delivery date. We usually deliver on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Please contact us if you need your order sooner or on a specific date.

No, but we recommend you arrange someone to receive the perishable package.

We're happy to leave the package hidden at your request. However, Papa Wagyu LLC will not be responsible for packages left out or stolen after we deliver.

We will be reaching out to coordinate a day and time window to deliver your order. We can also send you a text when we're on our way. Please contact us with any questions or special requests.

Yes.
San Jose (Free over $100)
Santa Clara & Milpitas (Free over $150)

Please place an order for pick-up in San Jose, CA for orders under our minimum.

FREE PICK UP

San Jose by appointments only
After you place an order, we will contact you to confirm an exact date, time, and location.

(How To Place An Order For Pick Up)

1. Add your items to the cart. Click Check Out.

2. Enter your shipping address. Under Delivery Method, click Pick Up. Click Continue to payment

3. Pay for your order.

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Once you place an order, we will reach out to you to coordinate a pick up date and time. Same-day pick ups may be available. Please contact us if you need your order sooner or on a specific date.

Unless specified otherwise, we pack all of our beef fully frozen. Your order comes with insulation and ice packs to ensure temperature safety.

Please let us know if you need more ice packs, are traveling far, or need special packaging materials for your airline. Certain airlines have special rules about the type of packaging you can bring on the airplane. Contact us with any questions.

Orders are usually ready by next business day. We may be able to process same-day orders. Contact us with any questions or requests.

No, we can hold your order for a reasonable amount of time. We will contact you to coordinate your pick up.

For liability purposes, our facilities are not open to the public. When you arrive to our location, please call us and we will bring your order out to you for contacless pick up.

No. There is no minimum for pick up orders.

Yes, please contact us and let us know who will be picking up your order. The person picking up the order will need the order confirmation sent to you by e-mail.

Holiday Magic

BRING THE CHEER AND IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS

Holiday Magic

BRING THE CHEER AND IMPRESS YOUR GUESTS

wagyu & caviar experiences shipped to your doorstep

shop wagyu

experience the best beef from rare & award-winning farms around the world

AUSTRALIAN CROSSED WAGYU

Known for exceptional marbling, buttery texture that is slightly leaner than Japanese, and delicious flavor. Higher BMS (beef marbling scores) are fattier, and BMS 8+ is our highest.

AMERICAN CROSSED WAGYU

Higher BMS scores are fattier, and lower BMS scores are more balanced in steak texture. Generally, F1 American wagyu is popular for its lighter beef flavor profiles and wide range of marbling.

A5 JAPANESE WAGYU

Our top shelf and highest-marbling beef is famed for its luxurious melt-in-your-mouth texture. Sourced from small, rare, and award-winning brands across Japan. Higher BMS scores are fattier in texture.

GIFT SETS

Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Enjoy our finest curations in one sitting, or store the steaks in the freezer to eat over time. Wagyu, roe, & caviar sets are easy to make - cooking instructions included.

caviar & roes

add a caviar tasting to your next celebration

AMERICAN STURGEON CAVIAR

Sustainable & delicious American White Sturgeon Caviar by Tsar Nicoulai. Trusted by Michelin chefs and fine restaurants.

GLOBAL STURGEON CAVIAR

Other species of fine sturgeon caviar. Certified sustainably produced by Tsar Nicoulai's partners around the world.

Acipenser Gueldenstaedtii is commonly know as Russian Sturgeon or Osetra. The most prestigious and traditional caviar originates from the Caspian Sea.

Osetra Caviar• clean, rich, and nutty flavor with a slightly briny finish. one of our favorites.Golden Osetra Caviar• same caviar as Osetra, but with a highly-sought out golden color.

Acipenser Baerii is a river sturgeon, found in Siberia. Inhabits deep parts of large rivers, with moderate to swift current. Acipenser Baerii can live up to sixty years and usually weighs less than 65 kgs.

Baerii Caviar• exceptional entry level caviar with a unique sweet brine finish• best on it's own or as a topping on other seafood, sushi, etc.

Beluga caviar is typically the most expensive and premium caviar found primarily in the Caspian Sea. Beluga caviar comes from the Beluga Sturgeon, known as Huso Huso.

Beluga Hybrid Caviar• Beluga x Acipenser Steallatus hybrid caviar with mild and buttery brine flavor. • top-shelf caviar for enthusiasts.

SALMON & TROUT ROES

Sourced from the finest purveyors around the world. Delicious and filled with nutrients for sushi, blinis, and endless dishes.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons. Salmon roe is the eggs from salmon and offers a delicious pop in your mouth. This delicacy is best with sushi, in a blini, flatbread, biscuit, and many other ways.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons. Trout roe is the eggs from trout and one of our favorite roes. They're smaller than salmon roe, have a unique silky pop texture, and slightly sweet flavor.

Trout Roe• fiery orange roe with a bright, silky pop and subtle, sweet flavor. • delicious on sushi, crackers, eggs, seafood, blini, potatoes, layered dips, and fish ceviche.Smoked Trout Roe• excellent choice if you enjoy a hint of smoky flavor in your dishes.

GIFT SETS

Like wine, each brand/region of Wagyu will be distinct from the others. Enjoy our finest curations in one sitting, or store the steaks in the freezer to eat over time. Wagyu, roe, & caviar sets are easy to make - cooking instructions included.

how it works

NATIONWIDE SHIPPING

Contiguous U.S, Alaska, & HIPlease arrange for someone to be home to receive your package and store the perishable items immediately.

1-DAY SHIPPING

• when to refrigerate: consuming within 5 days of package arrival and/or most of your wagyu in one cook.• when to freeze: consuming after 5+ days of package arrival and/or consuming your wagyu over multiple cooks.

California

$30

$150+

Contiguous U.S.

$50

$300+

HI & AL

$70

$300+

SCHEDULE

We will e-mail you a tracking number from help@papawagyu.com the night before your package arrives. We recommend you sign up for package notifications directly within the e-mail with the tracking number.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Unless specified otherwise, we ship all of our beef fully frozen. We double insulate our packages with high-performance insulation and ice packs to ensure temperature safety.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

An automated e-mail will be sent to you from help@papawagyu.com one day before your package arrives (check your spam folder if you don't see it). We recommend signing up for package notifications within the tracking e-mail.

BAY AREA DELIVERY

Osetra Caviar
• clean, rich, and nutty flavor with a slightly briny finish. one of our favorites.

Golden Osetra Caviar
• same caviar as Osetra, but with a highly-sought out golden color.

Baerii Caviar
• exceptional entry level caviar with a unique sweet brine finish
• best on it's own or as a topping on other seafood, sushi, etc.

Beluga Hybrid Caviar
• Beluga x Acipenser Steallatus hybrid caviar with mild and buttery brine flavor.
• top-shelf caviar for enthusiasts.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons. Salmon roe is the eggs from salmon and offers a delicious pop in your mouth.

This delicacy is best with sushi, in a blini, flatbread, biscuit, and many other ways.

All fish eggs are technically roe, but not all roe is caviar. Caviar only applies to fish roe from sturgeons.

Trout roe is the eggs from trout and one of our favorite roes. They're smaller than salmon roe, have a unique silky pop texture, and slightly sweet flavor.

Trout Roe
• fiery orange roe with a bright, silky pop and subtle, sweet flavor.
• delicious on sushi, crackers, eggs, seafood, blini, potatoes, layered dips, and fish ceviche.

Smoked Trout Roe
• excellent choice if you enjoy a hint of smoky flavor in your dishes.

Contiguous U.S, Alaska, & HI
Please arrange for someone to be home to receive your package and store the perishable items immediately.

• when to refrigerate: consuming within 5 days of package arrival and/or most of your wagyu in one cook.

• when to freeze: consuming after 5+ days of package arrival and/or consuming your wagyu over multiple cooks.

San Jose (Free over $100)
Santa Clara & Milpitas (Free over $150)
Delivery Days: Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Unless specified otherwise, we ship all of our beef fully frozen. We deliver your orders with insulation and ice packs to ensure temperature safety.

Please let us know if you need more ice packs.

No, but we recommend you arrange someone to receive the perishable package.

We're happy to leave the package hidden at your request. However, Papa Wagyu LLC will not be responsible for packages left out or stolen after we deliver.

Yes.
San Jose (Free over $100)
Santa Clara & Milpitas (Free over $150)

Please place an order for pick-up in San Jose, CA for orders under our minimum.

San Jose by appointments only
After you place an order, we will contact you to confirm an exact date, time, and location.