This expensive ingredient is found in the wild underground near the base of trees.

Originally this ingredient was only found in Africa (especially Ethiopia) until it was smuggled out to South America and Asia.

This fruit originates from Mexico and is believed to have been cultivated by the Mayan people. first

This is a root that grows in the soil at the bottom of ponds and rivers. China is the largest exporter and consumer.

Originally this fruit grew wild in South East Asia. Modern versions have been hybridized to be much larger and have no seeds. The CIA overthrew the government of Guatemala to ensure that US companies controlled their production.

The world's most expensive spice. It takes ten's of thousands of flowers to produce just a small amount. It comes primarily from Iran.

These tiny insects are used as a food dye known as E120 or Carminic Acid. The largest producer is Peru.

Bird's nests are a luxurious ingredient is used to make soups in China but what is the nest made from?

This grows on a type of cactus and originally comes from Mexico and Central America.

This fruit is the largest to grow on a tree. It is high in fibre and protein but low in fat. Vietnam produces about 25% of the world's supply.

It once grew on one island in Indonesia and was more valuable than gold. This produces two spices. Britain and the Netherlands fought battles to control the supply.

The dried seed pod of these flowers is used to make a flavour that is found in many things. It is mostly grown on the island of Madagascar.