Five Most Expensive Truffles Ever

Truffles are a delicacy and are rare, and America is intrigued by these amazing edibles. By definition, a  truffle is the fruiting body of a subterranean Ascomycete fungus. It is one of many species of the genus Tuber, and to be exact, they are a fungus known as ectomycorrhizal that are found in close association with tree roots. Some of the species of truffles are a highly prized food that gourmet chefs use to create delicacies. The countries that hold these truffles in such high regard, include Georgia, Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Croatia, Bulgaria, as well as the Middle East. Some truffles made by the most extraordinary chefs, are so extravagant that they are sold for extraordinary amounts of money. They are one of, if not, the most expensive deserts available and you won’t believe what some people have paid to have one of these truffles. If you have ever wondered what some people have paid for one of these rare delicacies then keep reading to learn about the five most expensive truffles ever.


5. Largest Truffle

The largest truffle in the world, sold for $61,000 at Sotheby’s auction in New York. It weighed a whopping 4.16 lbs and is said to be the largest in the world. It was discovered in Italy, where they are grown, and was purchased by a buyer from Taiwan who made the bid by phone. The rare delicacy only grows from October to December each year, and they are detected by specially trained dogs to seek them out. Truffles vary in size and they are valued on their size and their aroma. This particular truffle has been ranked as one of the most expensive truffles ever sold.

4. Alba White Truffle

It was at an auction at the Union League of Philadelphia that the Alba White Truffle found a home. The shelf-life of a truffle is about 7 days and bidders of this truffle, who were primarily world-renowned chefs and restaurateurs, knew that if they won this beautiful display of a truffle, that they would have to plan their menus to use it, quickly. The flavor of this truffle is described as a combination of garlic, cabbage and musk, and this is a truffle that is best eaten raw as opposed to cooked, like with the black truffle. It is why this truffle is better used over freshly cooked pasta or in combination with filet mignon or lobster. This particular truffle was purchased with the winning bid of about $120,000 by Dong Zhenxiang, chef-owner of the top-rated Da Dong Roast Duck in Beijing, China.

3. Italian White Truffle

An Italian White truffle that weighed 2.2 pounds, sold in an international auction to the Hong Kong-born casino owner and mogul, Stanley Ho. The auction took place, simultaneously in London, Rome, Macau, and Abu Dubai, and the bidders laid out their best bets for the 1.08kg truffle, the largest one found that year in Italy. White truffles are grown naturally and not cultivated and are highly sought after due to their flavor rand aroma, which many Italian chefs love to use in their dishes. This particular truffles was found near the Molise region and was flown from Italy to Macau, accompanied by a top-rated Italian chef. This particular truffle sold for $200,000, after all the bidders had laid out their best offers.

2. 3.3 Pound Truffle from Tuscany

Another one of the most expensive truffles from Italy was purchased at an auction and it weighed 3.3 lbs. It was described as looking odd and more like the brain of a man, rather than the typical, rounder appearance a truffle usually has. But the chef that held the truffle and commented on the species, said that it was very nice. It is considered one of the largest truffles ever found. The proceeds from that auction went to several different charities and the chef pictured, holding the truffle, made several Italian dishes for the bidders during the auction, using white truffle, just not this one. This truffle sold for an incredible, $330,000.

1. 2.86 Pound Truffle

Another very large truffle, that actually has been ranked as the most expensive, for the fact that it is less weight, and sold for the same price as the above truffle, at $330,000 was found in Croatia and auctioned in 1999. Truffles typically weigh anywhere from 1 to 2.8 ounces, so the enormous sized truffles are something to be reveled in. Famous chefs will gather from all over the world to participate in these high-end auctions, whether they are there to just get a glimpse of history, or are serious bidders. This was a truffle to be remembered and is considered the most expensive ever.

GET TO KNOW OLDEST HOTEL IN THE WORLD

Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan has been in business since 705, making it the oldest continuously operating hotel in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Even more impressive, the same family has been running this Ryokan built around a natural hot spring for its entire 1,300-year existence.

The hotel may be ancient, but the accommodations are made to satisfy the modern traveler. “Keiunkan provides visitors with a lovely mix of both age-old Japanese customs and sleek, contemporary design,” . Rooms feature views of the rugged countryside and a chef prepares meals using fresh, seasonal ingredients, while the four outdoor and two indoor baths are the perfect place to let your cares melt away.

WORLD LARGEST PIZZA EVER MADE

EPIC 37 - METER PIZZA

According the keepers of human history over at the Guinness World Records, the largest circular pizza ever baked weighed was made in Norwood, South Africa by Norwood Hypermarket on December 8, 1990. It weighed 26,883 pounds.

The data is a bit sketchy, but here are relevant numbers: The pizza measured 122 feet, 8 inches in diameter, weighed 26,883 pounds, and contained 9,920 pounds of flour, 3,960 pounds of cheese, 1 763 pounds of mushrooms, 1,984 pounds of tomato puree, and 1,984 pounds of chopped tomatoes.

THE MOST EXPENSIVE COFFEE IN THE WORLD

Kopi Luwak is the world’s most expensive coffee. The main factor of it’s high price is the uncommon method of producing such a coffee. It has been produced from the coffee beans which have been digested by a certain Indonesian cat-like animal called then palm civet or also civet cat. This is the reason kopi luwak is also called cat poop coffee or civet cat coffee. The feces of this cat will be collected, finished and sold as kopi luwak

Why is Kopi Luwak so special and the most expensive coffee?


The most important reason of the coffee’s specialty is the production process. Have a look at the pictures below to see how the most expensive coffee is produced: from beans fallen from a coffee tree to a cup of Kopi Luwak coffee.

GET TO KNOW ABOUT $12,000 PIE from THE LORD DUDLEY HOTEL

The traditional Aussie meat pie with sauce has been turned on its head and given a seriously posh makeover as a new ultra-gourmet version is now on offer with a whopping price tag of $12,000.

Recognized as The World’s Most Expensive Pie, the elaborate creation took Executive Chef, Paul Medcalf, three weeks to design in his kitchen at The Lord Dudley Hotel in Paddington - Sydney's affluent east.

The impressive list of ingredients could be mistaken for a luxurious feast fit for a king and his many guests - not to mention the fact that the deluxe pastry is topped with a golden leaf. 

The #Posh Pie  has been certified by online world record site Record Setter as being The Most Expensive ‘Surf & Turf’ Pie in the World.

Not really a great surprise considering the filling is curated from a combination of premium Australian and international ingredients including two different cuts of premium beef, two whole West Australian rock lobsters and two bottles of Penfolds Grange Reserve.

Medcalf then gave the classic ‘surf and turf' concept an extravagant twist with the addition of rare Winter Black truffles and dried Italian porcini mushrooms. 

As if this wasn't enough to get you salivating, the pie is topped with homemade organic pastry adorned with German gold leaf.

Medcalf experimented with various ingredients and methods before settling on his final recipe after three long weeks of trial and error.

An Unusual Hotel ~ PALACIO DE SAL, Bolivia

Palacio de Sal (Spanish for "Palace of salt") is a hotel built of salt blocks. It is located at the edge of Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, 350 km (220 mi) south of the La Paz department's capital La Paz.

Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat at 10,582 km2
 (4,086 sq mi). It is located in the Potosí and Oruro departments in southwest Bolivia, near the crest of the Andes at an altitude of 3,656 meters (11,995 feet). Salar de Uyuni has long attracted tourists, who came great distances and needed a place to rest before returning to their cities. Building such a resting place required construction materials, which are scarce in the area. Therefore, it was logical to erect a hotel made of salt, which is in ready supply at Salar de Uyuni.

The first hotel was built in 1993-1995 out of salt blocks in the middle of the Salar de Uyuni and soon became a popular tourist destination. It had 12 double rooms, a common bathroom, and no shower. Its location in the center of a desert produced sanitary problems, as most waste had to be collected manually. Mismanagement caused serious environmental pollution and the hotel had to be dismantled in 2002.

Around 2007, a new hotel was built, under the name Palacio de Sal, in a new location at the eastern edge of Salar de Uyuni, 25 km away from the town of Uyuni. The site is 350 km (220 mi) south of Bolivia's capital La Paz. The building was constructed of about 1 million 35-cm (14-inch) salt blocks, which are used for the floor, walls, ceiling and furniture, including beds, tables, chairs and sculptures.The sanitary system has been restructured to comply with the government regulations.The hotel has a dry sauna and a steam room, a saltwater pool and whirlpool baths.
In the new hotel, as in the old one, there is a rule prohibiting licking the walls (in order to prevent their degradation).

ONE OF THE MOST ADVENTUROUS HOTEL STAY.. MUST VISIT SKY LODGE

Have you ever wanted to sleep in a condor’s nest? Here is the next best thing! A transparent luxury capsule that hangs from the top of a mountain in the Sacred Valley of Peru.

Located in the Sacred Valley of Cuzco, Peru, the exclusive Skylodge Adventure Suites offers you the chance to sleep within a completely transparent hanging bedroom, that allows you to appreciate the impressive view of this magic and mystic valley.

To sleep at Sky lodge, people must climb 400 mt. of Via Ferrata or hike an intrepid trail through zip lines. One night at this place will make your dreams come true. Packages includes breakfast & gourmet dinner with wine, transportation from Cuzco and our professional bilingual guides.

Continuing with Natura Vive´s philosophy of sharing a mountain experience with people of all ages and capacities, in June of 2013 we opened the unique and first ever hanging lodge in the world, The Skylodge Adventure Suites.

The Natura Vive Skylodge is composed of three exclusive capsule Suites with a total capacity of 8 people. Our vertically hanging transparent capsule suites are situated at the top of our 1200 ft mountain with a 300 degree view of the majestic Sacred Valley. Hand crafted out of aerospace aluminum and weather resistant polycarbonate, each suite comes complete with four beds, a dinning area and a private bathroom .

Measuring 24 ft. in length and 8 ft. in height and width, the capsule suites are composed of six windows and four ventilation ducts that ensure a comfortable atmosphere. Safety is insured by having the exit portal located in the upper part of the craft.

The design and features of each suite provides our clients with first class service and complete comfort. Our alternative lighting system consists of four interior lamps and a reading light all powered by solar panels that store energy in batteries. Each suite has a private bathroom separated from the bedroom by an insulated wall. Inside is a dry ecological toilet and sink, where you can still enjoy the gorgeous views through the 1.8 meter diameter dome. The dome also has curtains for privacy from the curious gaze of passing condors (your sky neighbors). Fine quality mattresses, cotton sheets, down pillows, and quilts ensure a warm and pleasant night 400 meters from the ground.