Did you know that in the late 18th century, pineapples were a symbol of wealth and status in Europe? Because they were so rare and expensive to import, people would rent pineapples to display at parties to show off their affluence! These tropical fruits were often passed around as conversation starters and could even be rented by the night for lavish gatherings. Imagine a fruit being more valuable as a centerpiece than as a snack! 🍍💫