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Most expensive food items in the world 2024 list: Check how much these rare eatables cost

American travel blogger and vlogger, Drew Binsky, who has visited every country in the world is a well-versed epicurean and enthusiastic explorer of culinary wonders. Not only has he carved a niche for himself in the domain of lavish dining escapades, buthas developed a discerning palate for culinary excellence. The 32-year-old, who holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to pack a suitcase, lists out the 10 most-expensive foods in the world. Let’s take a look at what these foods are, their origin and how much they cost. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 10. Luwak coffee | Origin: Bali, Indonesia | Fermentation process and labour intensive work make it the 10th most expensive coffee in the world. One kilogram of luwak coffee costs Rs 54, 860 in India. (Image: Reuters)
No 9. White truffle | Origin: Italy | Special Hunting dogs are needed to find these roots. In 2023, a Hong Kong bidder purchased 1 kg of a giant Alba White truffle for $14,645 at an auction in Piedmont, Italy. In India a kg of the rare root would cost Rs 2 lakh. (Image: Reuters)
No 8. Wagyu beef | Origin: Japan | Although available only in a few select states and hotels in India, the most basic Wagyu beef can cost up to Rs 40,000 per kg. The cattle that the meat comes from are fed beer and are often given massages. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 8. Wagyu beef | Origin: Japan | Although available only in a few select states and hotels in India, the most basic Wagyu beef can cost up to Rs 40,000 per kg. The cattle that the meat comes from are fed beer and are often given massages. (Image: Reuters)
No 7. Almas Caviar | Origin: Caspian Sea | The eggs of the albino Beluga Sturgeon fish are literally called diamonds. They are mostly sold in a 24-carat gold tin, resembling the eggs' exclusivity and luxury. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 7. Almas Caviar | Origin: Caspian Sea | The eggs of the albino Beluga Sturgeon fish are literally called diamonds. They are mostly sold in a 24-carat gold tin, resembling the eggs’ exclusivity and luxury. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 6. Blue Fin Tuna | Origin: Japan | This fish is mostly used in sushi and sashimi dishes. In 2019, a single Blue Fin Tuna was sold at an auction in Tokyo for $3 million setting a new world record.
No 6. Blue Fin Tuna | Origin: Japan | This fish is mostly used in sushi and sashimi dishes. In 2019, a single Blue Fin Tuna was sold at an auction in Tokyo for $3 million setting a new world record. (Image: Reuters)
No 5. Edible gold | Available in all countries | Mostly used to garnish exquisite dishes, edible gold does not have any taste put is used on dishes for its aesthetic appeal and considered a symbol of wealth. A 25-sheet booklet of edible gold that weighs approximately 22.7 grams is available for around Rs 1,000 in India.
No 5. Edible gold | Available in all countries | Mostly used to garnish exquisite dishes, edible gold does not have any taste put is used on dishes for its aesthetic appeal and considered a symbol of wealth. A 25-sheet booklet of edible gold that weighs approximately 22.7 grams is available for around Rs 1,000 in India. (Image: Reuters)
No 4. Birds nest soup | Origin: China | This Chinese delicacy is -- as its name suggests -- the nest built by swiftlets who use their saliva to build their homes. This is so rare, that it is not available in India and is consumed by the wealthiest people in China and around the world for its claimed health benefits. A bowl of bird's nest soup costs as much as Rs 9,000 in China. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 4. Birds nest soup | Origin: China | This Chinese delicacy is — as its name suggests — the nest built by swiftlets who use their saliva to build their homes. This is so rare, that it is not available in India and is consumed by the wealthiest people in China and around the world for its claimed health benefits. A bowl of bird’s nest soup costs as much as Rs 9,000 in China. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 3. Yubari King Melon | Origin: Japan: The world's most expensive melon is not sold but auctioned. The best Yubari melons are known for their perfect spherical shape, sweet and vibrant orange flesh.
No 3. Yubari King Melon | Origin: Japan |  The world’s most expensive melon is not sold but auctioned. The best Yubari melons are known for their perfect spherical shape, sweet and vibrant orange flesh. (Image: Shutterstock)
Black Ivory coffee
No 2. Black Ivory coffee | Origin: Thailand | This brew is made with Thai Arabica coffee beans that undergo a unique fermentation process. Basically, the coffee beans are fed to elephants and fermentation begins in the stomach of elephants. The enzymes in the elephant’s digestive system give the coffee a less acidic flavour. As the production of this coffee is low, it costs an exorbitant Rs 2,55,700 per kg. (Image: Shutterstock)
No 1. Matsuba crab | Origin: Japan | These crustaceans are known for their sweet and succulent meat are found around the waters of Japan. In November 2023, a 1.2 kg snow crab of the Matsuba variety was sold for over Rs 55,000.
No 1. Matsuba crab | Origin: Japan | These crustaceans are known for their sweet and succulent meat are found around the waters of Japan. In November 2023, a 1.2 kg snow crab of the Matsuba variety was sold for over Rs 55 lakh. (Image: Shutterstock)