If you’re looking for a tropical flavor, chances are you’ll decide on mango. It’s a fresh, sweet flavor with a slightly musky undertone. And it’s one of the most sought-after tropical fruits, along with pineapple and papaya. There’s just something about mangoes that makes them sooooo delicious that everyone wants them. They come with a …
Whether it’s the nutritional value or the lovely way it looks, kiwi is surely an extraordinary fruit featuring vibrant green insides studded with tiny black seeds. Its great flavor makes it a wonderful element of fruit bowls as well as several desserts and drinks. The fruit came to be recognized as the national fruit of …
Limes are exotic citrus fruits with ancient roots first discovered in Southeast Asia. While Arabian traders began transporting these small sour gems to eastern Mediterranean countries around 1000 C.E., their popularity has skyrocketed in the time since. They are a staple in modern cuisine, such as tacos, ceviches, key lime pie, drinks and more. However, …
Consumers everywhere are noticing the difference, and asking why is celery so expensive? Supply and demand play a major role in this cost increase. Most of it is grown in California, but bad weather ruined a large portion of it this year. As a result, the celery that was harvested is harder to come by. …
Tofu is a great food that is enjoyed by many people. While it’s a grocery staple of choice for many vegetarians, tofu can be enjoyed by anyone! It can also be prepared in a variety of ways and can be incorporated into many recipes. For some reason though, tofu lovers always have to pay more …
Have you ever had a hankering for sushi, but didn’t go through with it because a really good platter can get really expensive ? Don’t worry, nearly everyone who isn’t a sushi chef thinks sushi is very expensive. We mean real, authentic, flavorful sushi. We’re not talking about the knock-off ones in supermarkets, those are …
Looking at the spice shelves in supermarkets, you can’t help but notice one that stands out as very pricy. No, not the whole vanilla bean. Not the whole nutmeg either. The saffron. Why is is so darn expensive ? It’s part of a flower, what’s so special about it ? You don’t use saffron every …
Almond milk is one those amazing milk alternatives that makes whatever you’re eating or drinking that much more delicious. It goes with pretty much anything, and makes nutty sweets even better ! You may have noticed almond milk is double or almost triple the price of dairy milk. Which sounds a bit weird, because it’s …
Bacon is one of the most loved foods in North America. You will never find someone who is happier when they get to eat a good, crispy piece of bacon. Just about everyone who isn’t a vegan sees the joy in eating a few crispy slices for breakfast. However, when you get bacon from a …
Looking for mangosteen in the supermarket, and you’re a bit shocked by the price ? Mangosteens can get really pricey, but there’s a reason for that. Actually, there’s a few reasons and we’ll get to explaining all of them today. Why is mangosteen expensive? An important reason mangosteen is so expensive is that it is …
Have you ever had durian, outside of Southeast Asia ? If yes, then you know it’s pretty pricey. Especially so for a fruit that’s really smelly and doesn’t sit well with many people. Still, folks can’t help but be both repelled and drawn by this incredible fruit. We’re thinking this has something to do with …
Lemongrass is a common ingredient in lots of Asian dishes, but also found in perfumes, creams and old folk treatments. You won’t find it very easily if you’re not in an Asian market or shop, but it can be found. And when you do find it, it’s a little bit expensive. Today we’re going to …
You’ve most likely got a bottle of soy sauce at home right now, Whether you’re into Asian cuisine or just want a splash of extra flavor in your meals, soy sauce is pretty much mandatory. As for what kind of soy sauce… well, you’ve got cheap and you’ve got expensive, and there’s a middleground. The …
We all love peanut butter, right? Just apply it on a freshly toasted piece of bread, top it with some banana slices and voila! Your heavenly breakfast is ready. Peanut butter is so versatile, you can eat it in so many ways, add it to your smoothies, fruit bowls, milkshakes or have it directly from …
Who doesn’t enjoy pistachios? We all do, right! These yummy colorful nuts are tasty on their own and go well with desserts, salads, pasta and also baking goods. Basically, there are endless ways to munch on them and experience their amazing flavor. However, there is one thing about pistachio which is not flattering at all. …
The Dragon fruit, also known as the strawberry pear or pitahaya, is one of those fruits that commands the kind of recognition that other bland fruits such as the cantaloupe can only dream of. Typically, this fruit is exotic, considering its outside appearance of a reddish-pink flesh, partially covered in flourishing, green leaves. Once you slice it open, …
Nuts are really great for so many things, from pies to savory foods to stuffings to just snacking on them. If you’re a nut lover you’ve definitely noticed nuts are pretty expensive. Aside from peanuts, which are easier to grow and aren’t really nuts, regular nuts come at premium prices. Even those that are grown …
Rice is a staple in many kitchens, be it white rice or brown or wild or a mix of all three. What’s amazing is that for some reason, brown rice seems to be more expensive than white rice. Despite being the same food item in essence. So why is that, why is brown rice more …
Scallops are a splurge, and a delicious one at that. But why are scallops so expensive, and is there really a good reason for it ? Or is it a weird gimmick, like with diamonds ? Well, it turns out that for food, a high price tag really has a very good reason. In the …
Seafood isn’t for everyone’s tastes, but when it’s cooked properly it’s one of the best things you’ll ever experience. So you sit down, pull up the menu and gasp a little. It’s a bit much for the lobster, and the mussel pasta is a bit extreme. Why is that ? Why is seafood so expensive …