Whisky, a word that once called to mind Scottish liquid gold, has recently been facing a bit of an identity crisis. It now conjures associations with Japan, whose distinct whiskies are fast gaining favour around the world.
Touted as one of the most expensive ingredients mankind has ever known, truffles have a reign of their own. From masses in their honour to organised crimes, they exude every bit of scandalous royalty. Occupying the throne of the culinary realm, truffles are beloved members of the international haute cuisine.
