Have you ever wonder what is the top 10 most expensive food in the world?

I always talked about food, and as I am a foodie myself, I love to explore and try food from new cafes or restaurants in my local area. I don't mind driving far if someone tells me that food is good and highly recommended.

My guidance is based on the information available, and please keep in mind that these costs are subject to change. And please share with me about the most costly meal you've ever had in the comments. All right, let's get started.

The matsutake mushroom, which can cost between $1,000 and $2,000 per half kilogram, is the tenth item on the list. In the world of fine dining, nothing marks the arrival of fall like the matsutake mushroom. It has a unique smell and flavour that have been compared to cinnamon, spicy, and intense by many. The matsutake, a pale mushroom, prized by experts for its earthy aroma, can sell for outrageous prices.

These mushrooms, which are native to red pine forests and are frequently found in Japan, are becoming more and more in demand, but because there is no other way to grow them, they are in danger of going extinct. Historically, they were given as gifts to the the wealthy and the Japanese royal family as a sign of good fortune, happiness, and fertility.

Wagyu beef is our number nine on my list. There are hundreds of different brands of wagyu, the most well-known of which is kobe, so all kobe is wagyu but not all wagyu is kobe translating as Japanese cow this hunk of beef comes with an expensive price tag because of the strict growing and feeding guidelines that result in the enviable marbling of fat around the muscle and the more marbling the better.

Wagyu beef has become well-known throughout the world for its great flavour and texture, and it is now produced from the United States, Korea and Australia. True Japanese Wagyu beef, meanwhile, is still regarded as the peak of this wonderful gourmet experience because it is produced and prepared in Japan.

Number eight of the list, with only one location in the world production this dairy delicacy, moose cheese costs $500 per half kilogram. You could be understood for not knowing that moose cheese even exists. I only find out just when i do the research about this. Elk cheese, commonly referred to as moose cheese, is a distinctive and uncommon cheese prepared from elk (or moose) milk as opposed to the usual dairy cow milk. There are only a few Scandinavian nations, namely Sweden and Norway, that produce any moose cheese at all.

Pule cheese is number seven on the list. It is a type of cheese made from the milk of donkeys. It is considered one of the rarest and most expensive cheeses in the world. Pule cheese has its origins in Serbia, where it has been produced for centuries. It is also the only place that turns their milk into cheese, which they sell to raise money for their conservation work. The females, known as Jennys, are delicately hand milked three times a day, producing about two litres of milk, but it takes 25 litres to make just one kilogramme of cheese, which has to be aged for at least a year.

Price of saffron is $5,000 per half kilogram. This makes suffron to be number six on the list. It seems pretty natural that something known as red gold is so expensive that it can sometimes cost more per unit than gold. The most valuable plant in the world, saffron has been grown in Iran for thousands of years and is perhaps best known as a spice used in Middle Eastern cuisine. However, saffron is also used for a variety of other things, including dyes and fragrances.

Ibérico ham, is a highly prized and renowned type of cured ham that originates from Spain. It is made from the meat of the black Iberian pig, a breed native to the Iberian Peninsula. Pig only fed by acorns. The longer they eat nothing but acorns, the better the quality of the ham. This results in a one-of-a-kind aroma, a sweet and nutty taste, exquisite tenderness, and that covetable texture. Iberico ham costs $4,500 per leg. Because of its special, Eberico ham becomes number five.

Number four on the list is white truffle. It costs $1030 to $1286 dollars per half kilogram. But why would someone bid hundreds of dollars for a fungus? Fans claim that the price is justified by the strong fragrances and distinctive flavours. Even the efforts of many who grow their own, these truffles can only be found in the wilderness, mostly in northern Italy's piedmont region look at that like a potato look at this wow people go to amazing lengths to find harvest and sell them despite each season being highly unpredictable. This truffle is usually found as a paper-thin garnish on a variety of dishes due to its strong smell and flavour.

Bird nest is number three on the list. Yes seriously bird nest, the soup costs between $30 and $100 per bowl, and while it may not be everyone's cup of tea everywhere, the dish has a long history and rich cultural heritage. It has been a delicacy in China for about a thousand years and is renowned for its health benefits. Bird's nest is made from the nests of the native south asian small bird which construct their nests out of moss, seaweed, twigs, and occasionally feathers and bind it together with saliva. It can sell for between 1500 and 3000 dollars per kilogram.

Caviar is expensive due to its rarity, limited supply, and regulated importation. Caviar is the salted roe (eggs) of certain species of fish. These fish are primarily found in the Caspian Sea, Black Sea, and certain other regions. Caviar is often served chilled and enjoyed as a delicacy on its own or as a garnish or accompaniment to various dishes. It is commonly served with blinis (small Russian pancakes), toast points, or as a topping for seafood, such as oysters or sushi. Those reasons make caviar to be number two on the list.

And now we are about to know which food is number one expensive food in the world. Can you guess what it is? Drum roll...It's edible gold. Yes, you read it right. If you're looking for that special something to really make your desserts pop or champagne flute shine and you have the money to spare why not add some edible gold? You can buy it in sheets, flakes, or powder and it's typically made out of 23 or 24 karat gold.

I so far tried cavier, saffron, bird nest and wagyu beef. The most favourite and enjoyable moment for me will be wagyu beef. How about you? Please leave me a comment if you try something that not mentioned in here.

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