What to wear today?

Hello my fellow followers, today we discuss about clothing, take your pick of some of the most expensive wearable clothes around.

Satya Paul Design Studio necktie – $220,000
The Satya Paul Design Studio, a company with roots in the early stages of India’s fashion industry, displayed the most expensive necktie in the world at a fashion show aptly titled “Cultural Ties” in Mumbai on October 29th, 2003. Tied around the neck of bollywood film star Salman Khan, this unique tie is made of pure silk with a pattern in 150 grams of gold. It’s also adorned with 271 diamonds weighing 77 carats weighing 77 carats total.

Antique Levi’s jeans – $60,000
Levi Strauss Company bid $46,532 to buy a pair of their own brand of jeans back on the popular auction site eBay. However, the most expensive jeans were an average pair of 501 jeans manufactured in the 1880s and purchased by a Japanese collector in 2005 for $60,000.

Eton 80th anniversary dress shirt – over $45,000
Swedish shirt-making company Eton, celebrating their 80th birthday, created this shirt out of the finest Egyptian cotton. Of course, it couldn’t be the most expensive shirt in the world without a few diamonds. Both the studs and the cufflinks are encrusted with diamonds—white diamonds on the cufflinks and colored diamonds on the studs.

Berluti Rapiécés Reprisés – $1,830
These shoes, inspired by Andy Warhol, are notable for the patched appearance traditionally reserved for clothing. Because Warhol requested a visible patch only on his right shoe, each set includes an additional left shoe that remains unpatched.

“Cosby” sweaters – $5,000

When playing Dr. Heathcliff Huxtable on The Cosby Show (1984-1992), Bill Cosby most often wore shirts with loud, geometric, swirling and/or patchwork patterns. This habit gave rise to the term “Cosby sweater,” used to describe similar sweaters. In 2008, Hello Friend and the Ennis William Cosby foundation put three of those famous sweaters up for auction on eBay.

In all this hideous crap the only thing I'd actually buy if I had the money would be the Eton 80th anniversary dress shirt, because it looks really classy.

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Beef like a pro.

I'm back, after some away days due to a lot of work at college finally rounded up some time to make a new post. This time we talk about meat, and not just any meat, a REAL steak.

Kobe beef refers to cuts of beef from the black Tajima-ushi breed of Wagyu cattle, raised according to strict tradition in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. The meat is generally considered to be a delicacy, renowned for its flavour, tenderness, and fatty, well-marbled texture. Kobe beef can be prepared as steak, sukiyaki, shabu shabu, sashimi, teppanyaki and more.

This little pieces of heaven price depend on the grade of the meat, of which the best rank is A5 that can cost up to $1,500.00 for a 10 oz beef (around 0.280kg).

With an interesting story and a unique way and highly controled way of being breed kobe beef is probably the most expensive meat in existance.

History -

The Wagyu cattle that produce this highly prized meat were introduced into Japan in the second century as work animals, used in rice cultivation. As beef consumption became more prominent in society, farmers began hiring workers to massage the animals' backsides to improve meat quality. The mountainous topography of the islands of Japan resulted in small regions of isolated breeding, yielding herds that developed and maintained qualities in their meat that differ significantly from all other breeds of cattle. Herd isolation and distinctive feeding techniques which resulted from the limited land availability have led to distinguishing features that make the meat both superior in marbling and in the ratios of unsaturated versus saturated fats.

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Kopi luwak, a coffee that doesn't taste like ass.

Kopi luwak, is something I'd really like to try.
It can cost up to $600 per pound. Apart from that it's just gourmet coffee made in an unique way, and if you forget about how it's done it probably tastes really great.

 
Here's the little fellow that produces ("digests") this wonder:

"Kopi luwak, or civet coffee, is one of the world's most expensive and low-production coffee. It is made from the beans of coffee berries which have been eaten by the Asian Palm Civet (Paradoxurus hermaphroditus) and other related civets, then passed through its digestive tract. A civet eats the berries for their fleshy pulp. In its stomach, proteolytic enzymes seep into the beans, making shorter peptides and more free amino acids. Passing through a civet's intestines the beans are then defecated, keeping their shape. After gathering, thorough washing, sun drying, light roasting and brewing, these beans yield an aromatic coffee with much less bitterness, widely noted as the most expensive coffee in the world.
Kopi luwak is produced mainly on the islands of Sumatra, Java, Bali and Sulawesi in the Indonesian Archipelago, and also in the Philippines (where the product is called motit coffee in the Cordillera and kape alamid in Tagalog areas) and also in East Timor (where it is called kafé-laku). Weasel coffee is a loose English translation of its name cà phê Chồn in Vietnam, where popular, chemically simulated versions are also produced."

source: wikipedia.com

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Cars suitable for a bank robber.

Good evening friends, today I present you with a list of the top 10 most expensive cars. Some dream machines on wheels for those who have money to throw around.

Buggati Veyron

With a price tag of $1,700,000, the Bugatti Veyron holds the distinction of being the most expensive car available on the market today. The Bugatti Veyron also claims the spot for the second fastest car in the world, right behind the SSC Ultimate Aero, with a top speed of 253 mph+. However, it is the fastest accelerating car and can go 0-60 in 2.6 seconds.

Lamborghini Reventon

The Lamborghini Reventon retails for $1,600,000. This version of the Lamborghini packs a lot of power and is the company’s most expensive model. It can reach 60 mph in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 211 mph. The car has a slick jet-inspired design and is rare: only 20 are manufactured each year.

McLaren F1

When the McLaren was first built in 1994, it held the distinction of being the most expensive car in the world. It has now dropped to third place with a price tag of $970,000. The McLaren F1 has a top speed of 240 mph and can hit 60 mph in 3.2 seconds.

Ferrari Enzo

The Ferrari Enzo is the most popular and most known super car ever built. It retails for $670,000 and has a top speed of 217 mph. It can go from 0-60 in 3.4 seconds. There were only 400 units produced and the Ferrari Enzo often sells for $1,000,000 at auction.

Pagani Zonda C12 F

The Pagani Zonda C12 F is produced by a small and independent company located in Italy where ten of these cars are manufactured per year. The Pagani Zonda C21 F retails for $667,321. It is the fifth fastest car in the world with a top speed of 215 mph+ and can go from 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.

SSC Ultimate Aero

The SSC Ultimate Aero carries a price tag of $654,400 and can claim the title as the fastest car in the world. It has a top speed of 257 mph+ and is the fastest street legal car on the market. It can go from 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, just 0.1 behind the Bugatti Veyron.

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

The first American supercar, the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo can be had for $555,000. It has a top speed of 248 mph+ making it the third fastest car in the world. It can go from 0 to 60 in 3.2 seconds. For those who wish to cruise American-style, this is the car for you.

Koenisgsegg CCX

The Koenisgsegg CCX retails for $545,568. This Swedish made car is trying hard to claim the title of fastest car in the world and is currently the forth fastest with a top speed of 245 mph+. Look out SSC Ultimate Aero, you may soon be dethroned.

Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Roadster

This beautiful baby costs $495,000. The Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren Roadster is the fastest car with an automatic transmission in the world and is able to reach speeds of 206 mph+. It can hit sixty in 3.8 seconds. The powerful engine results in outstanding style and performances.

Porsche Carrera GT

The Porsche Carrera GT retails for $440,000. It is a supercar with dynamic stability control and a top speed of 205 mph+. It can reach 0 to sixty in 3.9 seconds. This car applied the calibers of a racing car that offers a truly unique driving experience and a great feeling on the road.

Yours truly would gladly accept any offer of the above.

Information credited to:  smashinglists.com

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New face.

OK guys after some attempts and with some help I've finally managed to change the blog aspect to something more flashy and good looking, tell me what you think.

And on the picture the worlds most expensive chocolate bar. That has to be some tasty chocolate.

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A Castle for a King.

Who never dreamed of owning a castle? I most certainly do, although it is not for every wallet, and us common man can do no more than dream about it, at least until we win the lottery and receive that millionaire prize.
So until that happens, I present you with 12 really good looking Castles that are for sale. My personal favorite is Dark Island, Alexandria in New York and Western Cus in France.
Which ones are your favorites?

Capri, Italy
$38 million
The panoramic view of the Faraglioni di Capri is the real selling point for the 10,000-plus square foot Villa Castiglione. Resting on some 300,000 square feet of Italian soil, the seven-bedroom, five-bathroom villa houses two kitchens, a sizable gallery and a swimming pool. The Capri getaway is accessible for jet-setting types, thanks to its helicopter access.
Listed with Raphael T. Harris Jr. at World Real Estate.

Dark Island, Alexandria, New York
$22 million
Secret passageways abound in this early 20th century castle near the Canadian border. It was originally built for the president of the Singer Sewing Machine Co., Frederick G. Bourne, by renowned architect Ernest Flagg. The five-story, 28-room castle, aptly named Singer Castle, has stone spiral staircases, copper gutters and a castle dungeon. Uniquely situated on one of the St. Lawrence Seaway's Thousand Islands, the property offers two boathouses, a beach and a sizable squash court.
Listed with Rene Palsenbarg at Sotheby's International Realty Canada.

Salsomaggiore Terme, Italy
$12.7 million
Despite a massive restoration, Italy's Castello Scotti maintains its original 12th century splendor. In addition to the castle's courtyard and outer façade, the inner rooms offer frescoes, paneled ceilings and hand-made terracotta and wooden floors. The 30-room castle totals more than 23,000 square feet; the property also includes two minor round towers, which house apartments, a swimming pool and manicured garden.
Listed with Casaitalia International - Luxury Italian Properties.

Loire Valley, France
$11.6 million
Originally built some 500 years ago, the majestic castle was once home to the French royal family. Towers and turrets were added when the property was rebuilt in the early 19th century. Today, the fully furnished castle offers 17,000 square feet of living space, complete with a gothic chapel, grand reception hall and hallway of stained glass. The 100-plus acres of grounds includes several outbuildings, a 22-acre lake and an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.
Listed with Thierry Journiac of Terracognita Estate Solutions.

Longniddry, Scotland
$9.4 million
In the late 18th Century, an Edinburgh writer by the name of William Mackenzie acquired the Longniddry property, once home to the Earls of Winton, and commissioned distinguished architect Robert Adam to demolish what remained. In its place, Adam built a stone castle. Several centuries later, the castle, called Seton Castle, retains the period detail, with astragal windows, ceiling plasterwork and unique chimneypieces. The four-story principal house and the combined east and west wings total 9,000 square feet. The 14 acres of grounds includes wide lawns, stables and a helicopter pad.
Listed with Savills Edinburgh.

Montclair, N.J.
$8.2 million
Hardly your typical New Jersey home--or a classic location for a castle--this 9,100-square-foot Medieval-style estate was originally built in 1902. More than a century later, the 30-room castle maintains many of its original architectural details, including stained glass panels and windows. Resting on close to 11 acres atop a ridge of the Watchung Mountains, the property offers unobstructed views of the New York City skyline. Having served as professional office space since the mid-1980s, the castle--along with its 6,100-square-foot carriage house--is seeking a new owner.
Listed with Sharon Wanat at Schweppe Burgdorff ERA.

Western Cus, France
$7.4 million
Restored in the purest architectural tradition, the 18-bedroom castle, dubbed Castle Tarn-et-Garonne, is fit for a king. The property, which features terraces, balconies and an old water tower, includes a four-room caretaker house and a three-room guest house. What's more, the grounds also host former stables, farm buildings and a vast reception room prime for a wedding.
Listed with Immovite.

Reith im Alpbachtal, Austria
$3.8 million
Flanked by Austria's Tyrolean Alps, this medieval country castle, Castle Matzen, dates back to the mid-13th century. Resting on a large rock formation, the 20,000-square-foot building includes a six-story tower and some 60 rooms. Similarly impressive is the list of prior owners and visitors, including former U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt, who visited at the turn of the last century as a hunting companion to the then-owner.
Listed with RE/MAX Immobilien Holzkirchen.

Béziers, France
$2.9 million
Somewhere between the vineyards of the Languedoc and the Mediterranean coast lies a Renaissance-inspired French chateau. Built in the late 19th century, the four-story castle maintains its old world charm with French ceilings, vast fireplaces and an impressive stone staircase. Situated on seven-plus acres of enclosed parkland, the property offers a swimming pool, green house, stables and a host of outbuildings.
Listed with Anciennes Demeures--Sotheby's International Realty.

Sandpoint, Idaho
$2.25 million
It may be new, but it was built to last. Nestled in the mountains of Northern Idaho is a three-bedroom, four-bathroom castle, complete with the towers, turrets and drawbridge. The structure, which was built in 1999, is named Kataryna, after the owner's daughter, who was born there in early 2000. The castle is constructed of more than 40,000 stones and has double walls of split rock and concrete. The fairytale abode, which occupies a half acre, also offers panoramic views of Lake Pend Oreille and the ski slopes of Schweitzer Mountain from its mountaintop location.
Listed with CastleMagic.

Durban, South Africa
About $1.3 million
Among roaming impala and guinea fowl sits Stratford Castle. Step inside to enjoy the stained glass, velvet curtains and exposed stone walls. In addition to its historic elegance, the grounds offer a pool, sauna, gardens and vast rooftop entertaining space. And lest that weren't enough to keep one entertained, the magical home also overlooks a lake and golf course.
Listed with Castles-for-sale.com.

Isle of Harris, Scotland
Offers over $1.1 million
Scotland's Ardvourlie Castle rests on the shores of Loch Seaforth. Since it was built in 1862, Ardvourlie Castle has served many purposes and many owners, including a former Earl of Dunmore and aeroplane maker Thomas Sopwith. Today, the 13-acre property has an eight-bedroom, five-bathroom home, magnificent gardens and a host of breathtaking views.
Listed with Savills Edinburgh.

Information credited to: Forbes.com

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The Whiskey Jar

Let's get this "most expensive" fine stuff going, now on the same classy level  I present you with a list of the most expensive Whiskeys around. A real gentleman treat, but not for every wallet. I appreciate a fine whiskey from time to time although it not being something I consume with much regularity, either way I've decided to share this top list with you.

From less to most expensive:

10. Ladybank Single Malt ($ 4.700)
Ladybank Distillery is located in Edinburgh, Scotland. There are only 300 bottles that are sold to Single Malt Scotch that is produced every year. And to buy it, You must be a member before, and the price is about $ 4,700.

9. The Macallan Fine and Rare 1947 ($ 6.800)
The Speyside scotch is produced first in 1962 prior reproduced by Macallan’s Fine and including rare whiskey. Distillation using peat, because of the scarcity and high price of coal during World War II, bottles that’s produced in 1947, has the best quality is no longer present in modern Macallans. The price of this whiskey is about $ 6,800.

8. Chivas Regal Royal Salute  ($ 10,000)
One of the most special because of its production of products specifically for the inauguration of Elizabeth Queen II in 1953. Chivas Regal Royal Salute epidemic, aged around 50 and has a unique taste of sweet raisins and the sour. There are only 255 bottles that’s produced, 10 of them to America, and the price of this whiskey is about $ 10,000 per bottle.

7. The Macallan 1939  ($ 10,125)
Macallan’s 1939 is a 40 year old first bottled in 1979, The “Peaty and powerful,” with overtones of sweet toffee and dried Fruits. In 2002, it was added to the Distillery’s Fine and Rare line and re-bottled. The price of this whiskey is about $ 10,125.

6. Glenfarclas 1955 ($ 10,878)
It is the oldest batch ever bottled by the Glenfarclas Distillery, Wealthy tasters are warned to Overlook this richly scented Speyside 50 year old at their own “Peril” Spicy and silky with a sweet start. The price of this whiskey is about $ 10,878.

5. Dalmore Decanter ($ 11,000)
There are only 60-cut crystal bottles of this single Highland malt were Produced. It’s filled in 1978, this dark-aged sherry Dalmore has a reputation for being intense and Deeply flavored, and is considered by many aficionados between the best 50 years old in the world. The price of this whiskey is about $ 11,000.

4. The Macallan Lalique Crystal Decanter ($ 12.500)
the taste is smooth with lingering citrus overtones, exotic, with hints of peat smoke. The eye-catching crystal bottle of Macallan’s 55 year old was based on a Lalique perfume bottle 1910 Designed by Rene Lalique. The price of this whiskey is about $ 12,500.

3. Glenfiddich Rare Collection 1937 ($ 20,000)
There is only one bottle of Glenfiddich Rare Collection 1937′s was ever Produced, and it just might be the oldest bottle of whiskey in the world. Rare does not describe about it. The price of this whiskey is about $ 20,000.

2. Dalmore 62 Single Highland Malt Scotch ($ 58,000)
There are only 12 bottles which packaging in a dozen bottles of Dalmore 62 single malt Were corked in 1942. The price of this whiskey is about $ 58,000 and one night in 2005, a man bought a bottle and downed it with five of his buddies.

1. The Macallan Fine and Rare 1926 ($ 75,000)
In 2005, a South Korean businessman paid  $ 70,000 for a bottle of Macallan’s 1926, the finest and rarest of the Fine and Rare.

Information credited to http://www.mostexpensiveworld.com/

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