# In honor of Valentine's Day, McDonald's is releasing McNugget Caviar **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [February 3, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341 "2026-02-03T16:28:37Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 14\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![RollOutTheBarrel](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rolloutthebarrel/32/1649_2.png) [@RollOutTheBarrel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RollOutTheBarrel)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 4:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/1 "2026-02-03T16:28:37Z")
On February 10th only, McDonald’s will be releasing a limited supply of caviar kits that you can get for free online. It includes Baerii Sturgeon caviar (AKA “McNugget Caviar”), a $25 McDonald’s gift card, crème fraîche, and a caviar spoon. McDonald’s and caviar is such a bizarre combination that it’s just crazy enough to work. Surprise your significant other with Micky D’s caviar for Valentine’s Day! 😆 > **[McDonald's: Burgers, Fries & More. Quality Ingredients.](https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/corpmcd/our-stories/article/mcdonalds-mcnugget-caviar-valentines-day.html)** > > McDonalds.com is your hub for everything McDonald's. Find out more about our menu items and promotions today! ---
**Author:** ![Darren\_Garrison](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/darren_garrison/32/92_2.png) [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/2 "2026-02-03T22:01:45Z")
That’s weird. ---
**Author:** ![Robot\_Arm](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/robot_arm/32/18280_2.png) [@Robot\_Arm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Robot_Arm)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/3 "2026-02-03T22:05:24Z")
Filet-Ova-Fish. ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21906_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/4 "2026-02-03T22:18:49Z")
Yanno, when I think caviar, I think McD’s!! Wonder when they’ll offer McLobster?? ---
**Author:** ![BigT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bigt/32/12044_2.png) [@BigT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigT)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/5 "2026-02-03T22:29:15Z")
Eh, I’ve never had caviar before. And even if it sucks, there’s a $25 gift card which won’t got to waste, even if it will be a pain not being able to use the app. (wtf?) I figured I might as well try for it. ---
**Author:** ![blondebear](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/blondebear/32/1022_2.png) [@blondebear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blondebear)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/6 "2026-02-03T22:29:51Z")
Hmmm. I thought McNuggets were a chicken product. So I wondered, wouldn’t “McNugget Caviar” just be eggs? ---
**Author:** ![BigT](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bigt/32/12044_2.png) [@BigT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigT)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/7 "2026-02-03T22:32:47Z")
Yeah, I was expecting some special limited-edition thing with eggs or, more likely, actual Chicken McNuggets that was eaten like caviar. It seems it’s literally just a McDonald’s reloadable gift card, and the McNuggets are just being used for marketing, to get people to talk about how silly it sounds. The caviar is a partnership with some other company, who is probably gonna get more advertising this way. ---
**Author:** ![Darren\_Garrison](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/darren_garrison/32/92_2.png) [@Darren\_Garrison](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Darren_Garrison)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/8 "2026-02-03T22:34:36Z")
It doesn’t seem to be cheap cavir, either. > **[Royal Baerii (Siberian Sturgeon) Caviar](https://urbani.com/products/siberian-royal-caviar)** > > Experience the sublime with Royal Baerii Caviar by Urbani Truffles, also known as Siberian Sturgeon (Acipenser baerii), a delicacy crafted for connoisseurs who understand that true luxury is found in the details. With its shimmering charcoal pearls... > **[Siberian Sturgeon Baerii Caviar](https://dibruno.com/products/siberian-sturgeon-baerii-caviar)** > > Prized for its petite grain and light grey to slate color profile, this selection has a clean and briny flavor profile, with a creamy finish. This balance of sweetness and brightness makes it wonderfully versatile, especially when spooned directly... Again weird thing to give away. The supply has to be limited. ---
**Author:** ![Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/elmer_j.fudd/32/1211_2.png) [@Elmer\_J.Fudd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Elmer_J.Fudd)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 10:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/9 "2026-02-03T22:47:23Z")
I wonder if they are as rubbery as the eggs in their Egg McMuffin. ---
**Author:** ![Kimstu](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/k/ecd19e/32.png) [@Kimstu](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Kimstu)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2026, 11:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/10 "2026-02-03T23:41:59Z")
> [@FairyChatMom](#): > > Wonder when they’ll offer McLobster?? [Been done.](https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/product/lobster-roll.html) ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [February 6, 2026, 1:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/11 "2026-02-06T13:21:26Z")
Apparently fried chicken and caviar is a thing. > **[The Elegant, Fishy Ingredient That Just Works For Fried Chicken - The Takeout](https://www.thetakeout.com/1947603/why-pair-caviar-ingredient-with-fried-chicken/)** > > Fish and fried chicken aren't usually thought of as best friends, but this chef-approved ingredient transforms the dish in a surprisingly delicious way. [![](https://www.thetakeout.com/img/gallery/the-elegant-fishy-ingredient-that-just-works-for-fried-chicken/the-best-type-of-caviar-to-enjoy-with-fried-chicken-1755887981.webp) ](https://www.thetakeout.com/img/gallery/the-elegant-fishy-ingredient-that-just-works-for-fried-chicken/the-best-type-of-caviar-to-enjoy-with-fried-chicken-1755887981.webp) ---
**Author:** ![hajario](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/hajario/32/171_2.png) [@hajario](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hajario)\ **Post date:** [February 6, 2026, 1:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/12 "2026-02-06T13:26:03Z")
I’m going to try and it will immediately go on eBay. ---
**Author:** ![muldoonthief](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/muldoonthief/32/3188_2.png) [@muldoonthief](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/muldoonthief)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2026, 4:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/13 "2026-02-10T16:13:14Z")
I camped on the website starting at 10:50, it went to 429 errors around 10:58, and was sold out by the time I got in at 11:10. ---
**Author:** ![hajario](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/hajario/32/171_2.png) [@hajario](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hajario)\ **Post date:** [February 10, 2026, 4:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/in-honor-of-valentines-day-mcdonalds-is-releasing-mcnugget-caviar/1027341/14 "2026-02-10T16:14:48Z")
I got as far as registering my email after several tries and then when I went to confirm the email it was sold out.