6 Most Expensive Foods In The World

By: Vaishali Kapila

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Would you spend a fortune on food? From rare mushrooms and truffles to luxury melons, these delicacies come with jaw-dropping price tags! Swipe to find out.

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1. Saffron

The world's costliest spice, saffron is hand-harvested from crocus flowers, requiring thousands of blooms for just a few grams.

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2. White Truffles

These rare Italian fungi are found using trained dogs, making them a prized delicacy with a unique flavour and aroma.

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3. Almas Caviar

This golden-hued caviar from Iranian Beluga sturgeons is a symbol of ultimate luxury, renowned for its delicate texture.

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4. Matsutake Mushroom

Difficult to cultivate, these Japanese mushrooms are among the world's rarest, costing up to 1,000 per pound.

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5. Manuka Honey

This rare New Zealand honey is prized for its antibacterial properties and rich flavour, harvested from the nectar of Manuka trees.

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6. Yubari King Melon

These perfectly round, ultra-sweet melons from Japan are auctioned at sky-high prices, starting from 45,000 pounds per pair.

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