White truffle: White truffles are one of the most expensive foods in the world, with prices often reaching thousands of dollars per pound. One dish that features white truffles is the "Frittata with White Truffles" which is priced at $1,000 at Norma's restaurant in New York City.
Matsutake mushrooms: These rare and highly prized mushrooms can fetch prices up to $2,000 per pound. One of the most expensive dishes featuring matsutake mushrooms is the "Matsutake Dobinmushi" which is a Japanese soup served at a price of $130 at the Aoyagi restaurant in Tokyo.
Wagyu beef: Known for its tenderness and unique flavor, Wagyu beef is one of the most expensive meats in the world. A meal featuring Wagyu beef can cost up to $3,000, such as the "A5 Wagyu Katsu Sando" served at the Wagyumafia restaurant in Tokyo.
Almas caviar: The Almas caviar from Iran is the most expensive caviar in the world, with a price tag of around $25,000 per kilogram. One dish featuring Almas caviar is the "Almas caviar egg" which is a dish served at Caviar House & Prunier in London for $1,500.
Bird's nest soup: Made from the nests of swiftlets, bird's nest soup is a highly valued delicacy in Chinese cuisine. One of the most expensive bird's nest soups is the "Buddha Jumps Over the Wall" which is priced at $400 per bowl at the Kai Mayfair restaurant in London.
Saffron: Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world, with prices reaching up to $5,000 per pound. One of the most expensive dishes featuring saffron is the "Saffron Risotto with Gold Leaf" which is priced at $1,000 at the Nino's Bellissima restaurant in New York City.
Yubari King melons: These melons are a rare and highly prized delicacy from Japan, often sold at auctions for thousands of dollars. One of the most expensive Yubari King melons was sold for $45,000 in 2019, and they are often served as a dessert in high-end restaurants.