India was slower on the uptake in terms of luxe appeal compared to China but the nation is catching up in a big way with ATMs dispensing gold and jewels, luxury brand fever, and now Rs 25,000 or USD 500 lobster dipped in 24 carat edible gold sprinkles and sugar.
The five star hotel LaLit Ashok in Bangalore, referred to as the India’s Silicon Valley by The Rich Times, notes the nouveau riche are calling at least a day in advance to pre-order this new, charred, ostentatious delicacy.
If you plan to be in India and want to savor some of the nation’s touted over-the-top dishes, The Times of India has a list that includes toxic seafood and fois gras in a banana leaf.