Some foods are extremely expensive because they are rare, require a lot of work to produce or are of very high quality. Globally, experts value these luxurious things. These are 7 of the priciest foods in the world.
White truffles, which are mostly found in Italy, are highly valued for their rarity and unique scent. A kilogram of them can cost up to three thousand pounds.
White Truffles
Beluga caviar, which is well-known in Russia and Iran for its delicate flavour and texture, can sell for as much as 10 thousand pounds per kg.
Caviar (Beluga)
Due to the skill needed to prepare it safely, fugu, a delicacy in Japan, can cost anywhere from 200 pounds to 500 pounds per serving.
Fugu (Pufferfish)
Saffron, the most costly spice in the world, can cost up to Rs 9,000 per kg and is frequently used in Indian and West Asian cooking.
Saffron
This tender, highly marbled beef, which is prized for its outstanding quality in Japan, can cost between 250 pounds and 3000 pounds per kg.
Kobe Beef
A rare and sweet Japanese melon, it can fetch up to 15 thousand pounds per pair and is praised for its outstanding flavour and smooth texture.
Yubari King Melon
This tender, highly marbled beef, which is prized for its outstanding quality in Japan, can cost between 250 pounds and 3000 pounds per kg.
Bluefin Tuna
This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports