Worth It Season 8 Episode 4 $5 Carrot Vs. $20 Carrot

In this episode of Worth It, hosts Steven Lim and Andrew Ilnyckyj venture into the world of carrots - specifically, the price differences between a $5 carrot and a $20 carrot. They start off at the Santa Monica Farmers Market, where they meet chef Neal Fraser of Redbird restaurant. He explains that the price difference comes from the amount of care and attention given to the carrots, such as handpicking and soil quality.

The first stop on their journey is the $5 carrot, which they taste at a local farm. The carrot is fresh and tasty, but Steven and Andrew note that it is not particularly remarkable. They then visit their second stop, a high-end restaurant where they are served a dish featuring the $20 carrot. The carrot is larger, more vibrantly colored, and has a sweeter taste than the $5 carrot. The hosts are impressed by the quality of the dish and the overall experience, but they wonder if the price tag is worth it.

Their next stop takes them to a juice shop, where they sample juice made with both the $5 and $20 carrots. They note that the $20 carrot juice was more concentrated and flavorful, but they also question whether the price difference is justified with such a small amount of juice.

The hosts then visit a grocery store to compare prices of regular carrots versus specialty carrots. They find that specialty carrots, such as multicolored or heirloom varieties, can be more expensive than regular carrots, but the price difference is not as extreme as the $5 versus $20 options.

The final stop on their journey takes them to a high-end restaurant where they are served a dish made solely with the $20 carrot. Though the dish is beautiful and the flavor is exceptional, they question whether it is worth the high price tag for a single ingredient.

Throughout the episode, Steven and Andrew consider the value and practicality of the expensive versus cheaper carrot options. They weigh factors such as taste, freshness, and overall dining experience. In the end, they come to a conclusion about which option is truly worth the investment.