Food and travel vlogger Drew Binsky has released a new list of the most expensive foods in the world. While many of these foods originate from Japan, saffron has made it onto the list as it is the only food from India. Earlier in 2024, CNBC-TV18 Travel Desk had released a similar list, this one including some new foods, according to Binsky. Read on to find out what the most expensive food in the world is. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 10. Miyazaki Mangoes | Miyazaki mangoes, grown in Japan, are renowned for their exceptional sweetness and rich, creamy texture. These premium fruits can command high prices due to their limited production and rigorous quality standards. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 9. Yakitori | Yakitori, a Japanese dish of skewered and grilled chicken, can be extremely expensive when prepared with premium ingredients and exceptional skill. Gourmet versions of yakitori, which use rare or prime cuts of chicken, are highly sought after in upscale restaurants. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 8. Saffron | Saffron, the world’s most expensive spice, is obtained from the delicate stigma of the crocus flower. Its high cost is due to the laborious harvesting process and the large number of flowers needed to produce a small amount of saffron. (Image: Reuters)
No 7. Watermelon Densuke | Cultivated exclusively in Hokkaido, Japan, Densuke watermelons are famous for their unique sweetness and deep black rind. The rarity of these watermelons, combined with their meticulous cultivation, makes them highly valued in the market. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 6. Edible cultured diamonds | Cultured diamonds or edible lab-grown diamonds are sometimes used as an extravagant ingredient in high-end culinary creations. These diamonds are added to dishes to offer a luxurious touch and create a striking visual effect. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 5. Alaskan King Crab | Alaskan king crabs are prized for their large size and juicy meat, making them a luxury seafood item. Their high price is due to the difficult and dangerous conditions in which they are caught, as well as their seasonal availability. (Image: Reuters)
No 4. Iberian Acorn-fed Ham | Jamón ibérico de bellota is a premium Spanish ham renowned for its rich flavour and tender texture, achieved through a unique curing process and feeding Iberian pigs with acorns. Its exceptional quality and the extensive time required for its preparation contribute to its high cost. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 3. Baijiu | Baijiu is a potent Chinese liquor that is prized in high-end dining circles for its complex flavours and traditional distillation methods. High-end versions of baijiu, especially those aged for years, can command high prices. (Image: Reuters)
No 2. Hokkaido Uni (Sea Urchin) | The Hokkaido sea urchin, native to Japan, is famous for its creamy texture and delicate salty flavour. The high cost of this delicacy is due to the laborious harvesting process and careful handling required to maintain its quality. (Image: Shutterstock)
No. 1. Bird’s Nest Soup | Bird’s nest soup is made from the nests of swiftlets, which are prized for their gelatinous texture and purported health benefits. Collected from high cliff sites, the nests are incredibly rare and require careful extraction, making the soup one of the most expensive dishes in the world. (Image: Shutterstock)
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