At $100 per gram, to say saffron is a delicacy would be an understatement. Saffron is known for giving dishes like Spanish paella its rich flavor and golden tint and has long been a reputable spice ...

Spice shakers full of powdered and whole spices lined up on a wooden shelf - Hispanolistic/Getty Images High-quality spices have a reputation for being expensive, from ultra-pricey saffron to fancy ...

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The spice is known for its distinctive, bold color and hard-to-describe flavor. Here's why saffron is so darn expensive. Saffron has been one of the world’s most prized spices for thousands of years, ...

To try saffron rice pudding, click here for the recipe. Every fall at the Yale Farm we grow one of the world's most expensive crops. It's not the contraband you might think of when you imagine liberal ...

Have you ever wondered why a tiny pinch of saffron costs more than most spices you'll find in your kitchen? Let's be real, when you first see the price tag on this crimson thread, your jaw might drop.