06/22/2026
Hey Philly! We’re ready for today’s France v Iraq matchup at the stadium —it brings together two culinary traditions that celebrate the flavors of the sea in very different ways.
🇫🇷 Trout Roe
Known as the “jewels of the river,” trout roe delivers bright pops of flavor and texture.
• Clean, briny taste
• Delicate buttery richness
• Crisp bursts of salinity
• Beautiful balance of freshness and umami
Classic Preparation:
🥖 Trout Roe on buttered baguette with crème fraîche, herbs, and lemon.
🇮🇶 Masgouf
Often called Iraq’s national dish, traditionally made with carp that’s butterflied, seasoned, and cooked over an open fire.
Flavor Profile:
• Smoky and deeply savory
• Crisp, charred exterior
• Tender, flaky interior
• Brightened with tamarind, lemon, and herbs
Make It at Home:
Any whole fish or white fish fillet makes a fantastic Masgouf-inspired meal. Try branzino, sea bass, snapper, cod, or your favorite white fish grilled with olive oil, garlic, lemon, and a touch of smoke.
✨ Pro Tip: Don’t miss the Caviar Fridge at Giuseppe’s Market! For Team France, you’ll find premium French trout roe along with a curated selection of domestic and imported caviars and roes from around the world. Whether you’re building a game-day appetizer board, topping blinis, or adding a luxurious finish to seafood dishes, it’s the perfect way to bring international flavors to your World Cup celebration.
🏟️ Heading to the match? Stop by Ippolito’s, grab a seafood sandwich for the tailgate, then pick up dinner ingredients to bring the World Cup home after the final whistle.
Visit South Philadelphia’s oldest seafood market and taste the world one match at a time. 🌎🐟⚽
