Most of us have heard that saffron is expensive. Some might even know it's a spice that comes from a flower. Still, few truly grasp why this crimson thread commands prices that rival precious metals.

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.

Why is so much of the good stuff always sold in grams? Saffron, indisputably and for centuries the globe’s dearest flavoring, begins all its measurements in grams. Most recipes using it call for “a ...

KABUL, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) -- Afghanistan has exported 38 tons of saffron in 2025, generating more than 67.5 million U.S. dollars ...