(via TEDEd) Truffles are one of the world’s most expensive foods— in part because global demand often outstrips supply. And truffles are becoming even more rare and more expensive as deforestation and ...

Rare Italian white truffles cost over $4000 per kilo — here's why real truffles are so expensive In 2014, the world's largest white truffle was flown to New York, accompanied by a security guard, and ...

White truffles found only in Italy and Croatia, priced up to 7,000 euros a kg Climate change and deforestation reduce white truffle numbers Local businesses innovate with truffle-based products and ...

White truffles, on the other hand, require more finicky growing conditions, making them far rarer (and more expensive) than their darker counterparts. Of these, white truffles of Alba are a premium ...