The occasional indulgence is one thing, but these unbelievably expensive foods take luxury to a whole new level. From a melon that costs thousands to ultra-rare truffles sniffed out by trained pigs and butter that only top chefs are allowed to buy, these are the most expensive foods in the world.

Click or scroll through our gallery and join us to discover the world’s most lavish food items, counting down to the most expensive of all.

We've ordered our list based on price by weight. All dollar amounts are USD, unless specified, and the conversions are based on rates at the time of going to press. Prices have also been adjusted for inflation, where relevant.

Ranked: the priciest foods on the planet