Are you a foodie who loves discovering new things about your favorite foods? Or maybe you're just curious about the history and culture of food? Either way, you're in for a treat! Here are the top 20 food facts you probably didn't know before:

1. Did you know that the world's most expensive coffee comes from the droppings of a civet cat?
2. Saffron, the world's most expensive spice, is actually the stigma of a type of crocus flower.
3. The world's oldest known recipe is for beer, dating back to ancient Sumeria.
4. The French eat around 500,000,000 snails every year.
5. Ketchup was originally a fish sauce made in China.
6. The average American eats around 22 pounds of candy each year.
7. The world's largest pizza ever made was over 122 feet in diameter.
8. The word "avocado" comes from the Aztec word for "testicle".
9. The world's spiciest chili pepper is so hot that it can cause hallucinations and even induce a heart attack.
10. Tomatoes were once thought to be poisonous and were used only for decoration.
11. The world's most expensive pizza costs over $12,000 and is topped with edible gold.
12. Chocolate was once used as currency in ancient Mesoamerica.
13. The world's largest gingerbread house was over 60 feet long and used over 10,000 pounds of gingerbread dough.
14. The world's most expensive chocolate bar costs over $250 and is made with rare, vintage cocoa beans.
15. In ancient Rome, garum, a fermented fish sauce, was a staple condiment.
16. The world's most expensive tea, Da Hong Pao, costs over $1,000 per gram.
17. Pineapple was once such a rare and expensive fruit that it was often rented out for parties and special occasions.
18. The world's largest hamburger weighed over 2,000 pounds.
19. The world's most expensive hamburger costs over $5,000 and is made with rare Japanese beef and edible gold.
20. The world's most expensive hot dog costs over $2,000 and is made with truffle oil, foie gras, and edible gold.

Now that you know some of the most interesting and surprising food facts, you can impress your friends and family with your newfound knowledge. Who knows, maybe you'll even discover a new favorite food or spice to add to your cooking repertoire!