Antoine Piccolo the founder of A World of Caviars

A Legacy of Gastronomic Excellence

I’m Antoine Piccolo, coming from the North of France as the grandson of Italian immigrants. I grew up surrounded by the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine, as my grandparents were importing and distributing the finest foods across Europe. After graduating from EMLYON Business School – a triple-accredited institution ranked among the world’s top business schools – I arrived in Hong Kong in 2005, where I’ve spent two decades defining luxury gastronomy. My career includes pioneering work at Gourmet en Provence, where I achieved a remarkable turnover and launched over 25 luxury brands across Hong Kong and Macau markets. I’ve built lasting partnerships with culinary legends like Umberto Bombana and supplied premium ingredients to the Joël Robuchon group, establishing A World of Caviars as the culmination of this expertise.

Recognized Authority in Luxury Gastronomy

  • 20+ Years of documented industry leadership in Asia20+ Years of documented industry leadership in Asia
  • Master Truffle Specialist – recognized as Hong Kong’s premier supplierMaster Truffle Specialist – recognized as Hong Kong’s premier supplier
  • Michelin-Star Network – trusted by legendary chefs including Umberto Bombana
  • Business Excellence – built Gourmet en Provence from zero to a multi-million euro company
  • Media Recognition – featured as truffle expert in international publications
Antoine Piccolo (Center) with two Michelin star chefs. Luca De Berardinis & Alessandro Angelini with Black Truffles on a Scale representing his relationship with them as their supplier of Seasonal Truffles

Our Commitment to Excellence

All our caviar is CITES certified, a global standard that ensures every tin is legally and ethically sourced. Our Chinese caviar is also certified by Friend of the Sea, a leading authority on sustainable aquaculture practices.
We guarantee the authenticity of our products. Our French caviar holds the esteemed Aquitaine AOP for its protected origin, and our Madagascar vanilla is backed by a verifiable Organic certification from the world’s leading bodies.

I am available for personalized consultations to curate your perfect order. Contact me to start your bespoke experience today.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your most common questions, answered directly by our founder, Antoine Piccolo.

A: Antoine Piccolo is the founder of A World of Caviars and a master curator with over 20 years of experience in Hong Kong’s luxury food scene. He comes from a Franco-Italian family with a legacy in the food import business and is a graduate of the prestigious EMLYON Business School.

A: His authority is built on two decades of documented leadership. He established and grew Gourmet en Provence into a multi-million euro company, launched over 25 luxury brands in Hong Kong and Macau, and is recognized as Hong Kong’s premier truffle specialist.

A: His long-standing partnerships with culinary legends like Umberto Bombana and groups like Joël Robuchon mean that every product he offers has been vetted to meet the highest standards. You receive the same world-class quality ingredients trusted by the world’s best kitchens.

A: We guarantee authenticity through globally recognized certifications. All our caviar is CITES certified for legal and ethical sourcing. Additionally, our products carry specific marks of quality like Friend of the Sea certification for sustainable aquaculture, the Aquitaine AOP for protected French origin, and official Organic certification for items like our vanilla.

A: Yes. Antoine specializes in creating bespoke experiences and offers personalized consultations to help you curate the perfect order for any occasion. You can book a consultation directly through the website or inquire via WhatsApp.