10 costliest food items in the world. Guess which one is from India
Kobe beef is exceptionally costly due to its strict production standards in Japan’s Hyogo Prefecture. The cattle are raised with meticulous care, fed a special diet, and undergo regular massages to ensure marbling and tenderness.
Kobe Beef, Japan(Rs 4,500 for 28 gms)
White truffles can only be found in select regions of Italy, typically harvested with the help of trained dogs or pigs.
White Truffles, Italy (Rs 20,788 for 28 gms)
The scarcity of beluga sturgeon, the slow maturation of these fish, and the high quality and delicate flavour of the caviar they produce make it a luxury delicacy.
Beluga Caviar, Russia, Iran, and Kazakhstan (Rs 8,000 to Rs 18,000 for 30 gms)
The laborious method of plucking saffron stigma one strand at a time with tweezers makes it pricey.
Saffron, Iran and India (Rs 800 to Rs 2,000 per gram)
These mushrooms are difficult to grow because they rely on a delicate ecological balance.
Matsutake Mushrooms, Japan (Rs 82,000 for 1/2 kg)
This coffee is made from beans eaten and excreted by Asian palm civets. The labour-intensive process of collecting these beans and ethical concerns about civet exploitation make it expensive.
Kopi Luwak Coffee, Indonesia (Rs 8,000 per cup)
It comes from Iberian pigs that roam freely and feed on acorns. The lengthy curing process boosts its expense.
Iberico Ham, Spain and Portugal (Rs 42,000 to Rs 3 lakh per leg)
Grown exclusively in Hokkaido, Japan, the limited supply, distinctive black skin, and unparalleled sweetness make this fruit highly sought after.
Densuke Watermelon, Japan (Rs 3.32 lakh)
Overfishing and declining populations of these fishes have driven up prices of the delicacy.
Bluefin Tuna, Japan (Rs 1,00,000 per kilo)
Each grape is handpicked and inspected for perfection, making them a luxury fruit sought after for their extraordinary taste and size
Ruby Roman Grapes, Japan (Rs 8,000 to 8 lakh per bunch)