The luxury of certain delicacies lies not only in their flavors but also in the rarity of the ingredients that comprise them.
The following five dishes command high prices due to their exquisite ingredients, meticulous preparation, and the exclusive experience they offer to diners.
1. Almas Caviar – $25,000/kg (over 615 million VND)
Almas Caviar, dubbed the “king of caviars”, originates from the Beluga fish of Iran. This type of caviar is extremely rare, harvested from fish that are between 60 to 100 years old. Its delicate flavor and smooth texture make it a highly sought-after luxury delicacy.
Almas Caviar is typically presented in a 24-carat gold box. Only the most luxurious restaurants serve this dish, making it a symbol of opulence.
Almas Caviar is expensive due to its rarity (Photo: Shutterstock).
2. Grand Velas Tacos – $25,000 (over 615 million VND)
Grand Velas Tacos are served at the Grand Velas Los Cabos Resort in Mexico. These tacos, a traditional Mexican dish, are filled with Kobe beef, Almas caviar, black truffle brie, and topped with 24-carat gold.
Accompanied by a unique salsa sauce made from dried Morita chilies, ultra-premium Ley .925 Añejo tequila, and civet coffee, Grand Velas Tacos is a fusion of unique and luxurious flavors.
Grand Velas Tacos is the most expensive taco in the world (Photo: CNBC).
3. Fortress Stilt Fisherman Indulgence – $14,500 (nearly 357 million VND)
This dessert is both a work of art and a gourmet treat served at The Fortress Resort and Spa in Sri Lanka. The dish features cassata (a traditional sponge cake from Sicily, Italy), Irish cream paired with pomegranate and mango jam.
This extravagant dessert is adorned with gold leaf and a handcrafted chocolate fisherman sculpture. The highlight of the dish is an 80-carat aquamarine stone, symbolizing the ocean.
Fortress Stilt Fisherman Indulgence exemplifies the blend of culinary art and artistic expression (Photo: PCMA).
4. Pizza Louis XIII – $12,000 (over 295 million VND)
Created by Italian chef Renato Viola, Pizza Louis XIII is a culinary masterpiece. This pizza is not just a meal but an experience, requiring 72 hours of preparation. It is made with premium ingredients such as three types of caviar, organic mozzarella cheese, seven different cheeses, and Norwegian lobster.
Additionally, the pizza is sprinkled with hand-harvested pink salt from the Murray River. The dish is served with a bottle of Rémy Martin Louis XIII cognac, enhancing its luxurious appeal.
It takes up to 72 hours to make a Pizza Louis XIII (Photo: Luxury Lifestyle).
5. FleurBurger 5000 – $5,000 (over 123 million VND)
FleurBurger 5000 is served at Fleur restaurant located in Las Vegas, USA. This world’s most expensive burger is crafted by renowned chef Hubert Keller and features Wagyu beef, foie gras, and truffle sauce.
FleurBurger 5000 is accompanied by a bottle of the famous Château Petrus 1995 wine. It delivers a unique and luxurious flavor to the burger, a popular and beloved dish.
The most expensive burger in the world features many premium ingredients (Photo: Fleur de Lys).
If you have the opportunity to savor any of these exquisite dishes, it will undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience.
