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Hampstead Bakery and Cafe serves up Dubai’s Most Expensive Brioche French Toast

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May 30, 2021

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Hampstead Bakery and Cafe serves up Dubai’s Most Expensive Brioche French Toast

Dubai is world-famous for its luxury hotels, expansive shopping malls and opulent lifestyle. Dubai’s discerning diners are spoilt for choice with top-end cuisines ranging from Peruvian to…

May 30, 2021

Tse Fung Genève: Michelin Starred Chinese Restaurant Doesn’t Deserve a Star

Asian & Chinese | Switzerland Europe

Europe

November 25, 2019

Asian & Chinese

Tse Fung Genève: Michelin Starred Chinese Restaurant Doesn’t Deserve a Star

I’ve never experienced Chinese fine dining until tonight and I was so excited! Your experience starts as soon as you arrive at the hotel, one of Geneva’s finest where flames decorate the…

November 25, 2019 | Guide Michelin | Switzerland

Café Beau-Rivage Lausanne: Very Expensive and Deceiving Food but Exceptional Desserts!

French Food | Switzerland Europe

Europe

November 22, 2019

French Food

Café Beau-Rivage Lausanne: Very Expensive and Deceiving Food but Exceptional Desserts!

Open for the last thirty years or so, café Beau-Rivage is one of the city's and hotel’s iconic restaurants on the lake. With its beautiful terrace, breathtaking views and vibrant…

November 22, 2019 | Restaurants | Switzerland

Singapore: The World's Most Expensive City of 2017

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March 29, 2017

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Singapore: The World's Most Expensive City of 2017

Singapore retains its spot as the most expensive city in the world in our latest rankings. In fact, Asia is now home to 5 out of the top 6 cities in the survey as Asian cities have become…

March 29, 2017 | Spotted Stories

The World's Most Expensive 'Aged' Chocolate

Chocolate

February 16, 2017

Chocolate

The World's Most Expensive 'Aged' Chocolate

Aged To’ak chocolate, made from the rarest and most ancient Nacional cacao, is allegedly the world’s most expensive ‘aged’ chocolate, priced at $270 (AED992) per 50 grams bar…

February 16, 2017 | Spotted Stories

Jean Georges: A Three Stars, Six Course Menu... Is It?

French Food | New York USA Americas

USA

February 01, 2017

French Food

Jean Georges: A Three Stars, Six Course Menu... Is It?

Am not sure how to start this review... wrote a sentence, deleted it: started again until I had the first sip of wine. You're not having lunch at a three stars restaurant everyday, right? I was…

February 01, 2017 | Guide Michelin | New York

Tequila Infused Chocolates: One of the World's Most Expensive

Chocolate

December 11, 2016

Chocolate

Tequila Infused Chocolates: One of the World's Most Expensive

Would you like to taste enjoy some Patrón’s premium tequilas? Bottles cost up to $7,500 each, but you can sample the liquor and have chocolate at the same time by buying a box…

December 11, 2016 | Spotted Stories

La Mere Poulard: The World Famous Omelette!

Breakfast & Coffee | France Europe

Europe

December 04, 2016

Breakfast & Coffee

La Mere Poulard: The World Famous Omelette!

Known for their expensive omelettes (up to €49 a plate) La Mere Poulard is an important stop to make when visiting Le Mont St. Michel. Also known for their world famous cookies, this restaurant…

December 04, 2016 | French Food | France

Luxury Zebra Cro: Most Expensive Cronut

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August 15, 2016

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Luxury Zebra Cro: Most Expensive Cronut

We love cronuts here and now this one seems to be tickling our taste buds. If you have expensive tastes, then you need to be in London to find the most expensive 'cronut' in the world, at Dum Dum…

August 15, 2016

An $80 Milkshake - What's in it?

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June 23, 2015

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An $80 Milkshake - What's in it?

How much do you like milkshakes? Cardiff restaurant Grill ‘n’ Shake has created what it claims is the world’s most expensive vanilla milks

June 23, 2015

The Most Expensive Cheese Comes from a Donkey

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June 12, 2015

Spotted Stories

The Most Expensive Cheese Comes from a Donkey

Believe it or not, the world’s most expensive cheese doesn’t come from cows or goats, but from donkeys. Made on a farm in Serbia, ‘Pule Cheese’ is made from Balka

June 12, 2015

Have You Heard of the Most Expensive Ice Cream: 'Black Diamond'?

Ice Cream & Gelato

February 27, 2015

Ice Cream & Gelato

Have You Heard of the Most Expensive Ice Cream: 'Black Diamond'?

Dubai hits again! Dubai - a city known for the world’s biggest skyscraper, the world's biggest mall and even the world's most expensive cupcake and now the most expensive ice cream scoop…

February 27, 2015 | News

White Gold: The Most Expensive Food in the World Today

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February 21, 2015

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White Gold: The Most Expensive Food in the World Today

A new caviar is thought to be the most expensive food in the world with a kilo of the "white gold" fetching a whopping £73,000 - and that is at the discount price.

February 21, 2015

Bite-sized Decadence: The Most Expensive Chocolate Truffle Out There

Chocolate

February 17, 2015

Chocolate

Bite-sized Decadence: The Most Expensive Chocolate Truffle Out There

Valentine's may be over, but let's ponder over this for a second... La Madeline au Truffle – the world's most expensive chocolate truffle. This might just have been the ultimate seal of…

February 17, 2015 | News

London Overtakes Hong Kong as World’s Most Expensive City

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October 05, 2014

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London Overtakes Hong Kong as World’s Most Expensive City

Report suggests UK capital is twice as pricey as Sydney and four times more than Rio for companies to place staff. The Guardian, Tuesday 23 September 2014 London’s ascendency to…

October 05, 2014

Facebook for the RICH: Netropolitan Costs $9,000 to Join

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September 22, 2014

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Facebook for the RICH: Netropolitan Costs $9,000 to Join

CNN -- Would you enjoy social media more without all those pesky 99-percenters complaining about their mortgage payments and high cable bills?

September 22, 2014 | Travel & Tourism

Most Expensive Bread Loaf Made With Champagne and Gold

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July 26, 2014

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Most Expensive Bread Loaf Made With Champagne and Gold

A baker in Wrexham has made what he believes to be Britain's most expensive bread, for people with the extra dough. Robert Didier adds champagne and 24 carat gold to the bread, which costs £25…

July 26, 2014

The Most Expensive City: Geneva…Leader of the ‘Club’

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May 29, 2014

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The Most Expensive City: Geneva…Leader of the ‘Club’

Geneva has retained the top spot as the most expensive city in the world to order a Club Sandwich, at an average of $32.60 USD, according to research released today by

May 29, 2014 | Popular

Aston Martin and Champagne ? A Match Made in Heaven

Food Gadgets

April 10, 2014

Food Gadgets

Aston Martin and Champagne ? A Match Made in Heaven

Would you pay $42,000 for an Aston Martin limited edition... Before getting your hopes too high this is not the price for a limited edition car from Aston Martin... Wouldn't that be a dream come…

April 10, 2014

A $100 Tissue Box? Won't be Wiping My Mouth With These After a Meal

Spotted Stories

March 11, 2014

Spotted Stories

A $100 Tissue Box? Won't be Wiping My Mouth With These After a Meal

Part of our everyday lifestyle, tissues have rarely been seen around with luxurious tags. But a Japanese paper company, Daishowa First, has changed that by introducing the world's most expensive…

March 11, 2014

Take Your Love to a Deeper Level: A Private Luxury Submarine Stay for Two

Spotted Stories

February 14, 2014

Spotted Stories

Take Your Love to a Deeper Level: A Private Luxury Submarine Stay for Two

Looking to take your relationship to a whole new level? Perhaps connect on a deeper plane? Here's an amazing new concept. But you have to dig deep into your pockets and pay around a hefty price of…

February 14, 2014

Most Expensive Christmas Pudding at $38,500

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December 21, 2013

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Most Expensive Christmas Pudding at $38,500

The decadent dessert is soaked in 200-year-old Cognac, comes with a gold coin and is topped with organic Ajwa dates and rare Mamra almonds from Iran. It is being prepared by Martin Chiffers, the…

December 21, 2013

TV Dinner for Two Worth $600

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December 12, 2013

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TV Dinner for Two Worth $600

Brrr, the thought of being cuddled up in front of the TV right now is priceless... add to the world’s most expensive TV dinner. Made with vintage champagne, edible gold leaf and “topp

December 12, 2013

Roadster Diner Menu: 1999 vs 2013, Prices Comparison

Comparative Review

December 04, 2013

Comparative Review

Roadster Diner Menu: 1999 vs 2013, Prices Comparison

Comparison written and published by Gino's Blog And here are some compa

December 04, 2013 | Popular

Extravagance to New Heights with a $500 Milkshake

Spotted Stories

November 18, 2013

Spotted Stories

Extravagance to New Heights with a $500 Milkshake

The Powder Room, a new cocktail bar opening at the end of November in Los Angeles, is taking extravagance to new heights with a $500 boozy milkshake on the menu created by mixologist Adrianne…

November 18, 2013

Fortnum & Mason's Limited Edition Dark Jewel Collection by Stephen Webster for Dom Pe?rignon

Spotted Stories

July 11, 2013

Spotted Stories

Fortnum & Mason's Limited Edition Dark Jewel Collection by Stephen Webster for Dom Pe?rignon

If you happen to be in London this summer pass by famous Fortnum & Mason and grab a bottle of limited edition British designer Stephen Webster’s Dark Jewel Collection for

July 11, 2013

HG One Grinder: Grind Your Coffee Home

Appliances

July 04, 2013

Appliances

HG One Grinder: Grind Your Coffee Home

It starts with a bean. The bean is crushed and hot water forced through. The results are sometimes good, sometimes bad, and sometimes wonderful. We’re chasing something wonderful. In pursuit of…

July 04, 2013 | Food Gadgets

Meet the Most Luxurious Club Sandwich Found Only in Hong Kong

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June 24, 2013

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Meet the Most Luxurious Club Sandwich Found Only in Hong Kong

Yum, the Club Sandwich is a favorite in restaurants and hotels around world. But this five-star Hullett House Hotel in Hong Kong has taken the Club Sandwich to a whole new level. The Hullett House…

June 24, 2013

Sohat Launches New Glass Bottles: I Imagined it Differently

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April 11, 2013

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Sohat Launches New Glass Bottles: I Imagined it Differently

How many times have you heard me complain about those plastic bottles served especially when served in high end restaurants. One thing I can't stand, well after garlic and onions, are those cheap…

April 11, 2013

Most Bizarre Types of Cheese

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March 30, 2013

Spotted Stories

Most Bizarre Types of Cheese

NGNO stumbled upon this article - an idea for an expensive cheese and wine party - now that fasting is over. Let's go through the top 7 most bizarre types of cheese around the world. Let's start -…

March 30, 2013

This Is the World's Most Expensive Doughnut

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February 17, 2013

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This Is the World's Most Expensive Doughnut

Do you see that item up there that mostly looks like an alien plant? Well, it's actually a doughnut. And not just any doughnut! It's the most expensive doughnut in the world.

February 17, 2013

Chocolates and BlingBling this Christmas

Chocolate

December 22, 2012

Chocolate

Chocolates and BlingBling this Christmas

'Tis the season to get gifts... There are two things women love - jewelry and chocolate - how about you give them both this season. We are talking millions of dollars worth of chocolate. We scout…

December 22, 2012 | Spotted Stories

The World's Ultimate Christmas Dinner

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December 21, 2012

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The World's Ultimate Christmas Dinner

This is what I would call a perfect dinner - fit for a king as the expression suggests. Using some of the finest ingredients on earth, this four course meal for four, is the ultimate culinary…

December 21, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

Top 10 List of the World’s Most Expensive Liquors for Christmas

Spotted Stories

December 10, 2012

Spotted Stories

Top 10 List of the World’s Most Expensive Liquors for Christmas

Ever wondered what the super-rich shell out on during their Christmas shopping? Expensive cars, jewelry and gadgets make up the list. But there is something else, and that is stocking up on vintage…

December 10, 2012

Celebrity Chef Eric Ripert Launches a Top Line of Caviar

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December 09, 2012

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Celebrity Chef Eric Ripert Launches a Top Line of Caviar

How about some tasty caviar this festive season. French celebrity chef Eric Ripert, who owns restaurant Le Bernardin in New York, known to be the best seafood destination in New York City, has…

December 09, 2012

A 233-Year-Old Cognac on Display in the Harrods this Christmas

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December 05, 2012

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A 233-Year-Old Cognac on Display in the Harrods this Christmas

If you're looking for a unique Christmas gift idea- check out one of the most expensive spirits available on the international market this holiday. The person getting this gift must be very special!

December 05, 2012

The Most Expensive Bottle of Water for $900,000

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November 29, 2012

Spotted Stories

The Most Expensive Bottle of Water for $900,000

The most expensive bottle of water was made an exclusive debut at Middle East’s premier luxury lifestyle exhibition Big Boys Toys.

November 29, 2012

Winter is Here and So Are Cheese and Wine Parties... Gold Cheese Anyone?

Spotted Stories

October 30, 2012

Spotted Stories

Winter is Here and So Are Cheese and Wine Parties... Gold Cheese Anyone?

It's raining soon. Cheese and wine dinner parties are going to start coming your way. If you want to stand out and be different - the Lebanese way, look for the most expensive cheese around. The…

October 30, 2012

Most Expensive Sushi: Five Pieces for Thousands of Dollars

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September 23, 2012

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Most Expensive Sushi: Five Pieces for Thousands of Dollars

Five Pieces for

September 23, 2012

Inside the Most Expensive Hotel Room in the World

Travel & Tourism

August 17, 2012

Travel & Tourism

Inside the Most Expensive Hotel Room in the World

The only 7-star hotel worldwide obviously boasts the most expensive hotel room in the world. A night at the Burj AL Arab in Dubai costs as much as $27,000 with…

August 17, 2012

10 of the World's Most Expensive Dishes - A $1000 Bagel?

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July 28, 2012

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10 of the World's Most Expensive Dishes - A $1000 Bagel?

Dishpal released this interesting infographic... A $12,000 pizza from Italy or a $2,000 slice of Wagyu beef pie from England? Would you like to wash either down with a $1,100 pint of blond, Belgian…

July 28, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

Limited Most Expensive Wine Bottle at $168,000

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July 22, 2012

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Limited Most Expensive Wine Bottle at $168,000

I like this bottle of wine. It's different and apparently, the most expensive bottle of wine today - only 12 bottles in the world at $168,000 each.

July 22, 2012

Did You Know: Paris Sells the Most Expensive Club Sandwich?

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June 29, 2012

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Did You Know: Paris Sells the Most Expensive Club Sandwich?

Paris, the French capital has been named as the most expensive city in the world for a Club Sandwich, costing $54 according to Hotels.com. The travel site calculated the average price across 30…

June 29, 2012 | Travel & Tourism

A Luxurious $1000 Pizza: Yum!

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June 19, 2012

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A Luxurious $1000 Pizza: Yum!

June 19, 2012

A More Expensive Burger Just Landed at $666!

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June 02, 2012

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A More Expensive Burger Just Landed at $666!

Last week I told you about the world's most expensive burger created by Serendipity 3 - truffle-infused, fried quail egg, blini, creme fraiche, Kaluga caviar, and Campagna roll burger. It seems t

June 02, 2012

The World's Most Expensive Burger Created this Month!

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May 27, 2012

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The World's Most Expensive Burger Created this Month!

Did yo

May 27, 2012

Atelier Maitre Albert Restaurant, Paris

French Food | Paris France Europe

France

February 25, 2012

French Food

Atelier Maitre Albert Restaurant, Paris

"Was expecting much more!" In between the log fire in the grate and the meat, poultry and fish in the rotisserie, guests choose their own tables, round or square, in sparkling grey slate.…

February 25, 2012 | Restaurants | Paris