Why is scallop so expensive?
Chef's answer
Scallops are in high demand. They taste great, they are healthy, and they can be prepared in a variety of ways. This makes them quite a bit more expensive as well. When products in high demand, but the supply is low, they will be quite a bit more expensive.
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