Aromatic underground mushroom, its most famous and expensive variety is certainly the White Truffle of Alba, but there are 13 edible species that can be harvested in Italy. In Veneto and its surroundings there is the Black Truffle or the Moscato, very fragrant and tasty.

Truffle hunting with a properly trained dog, traditionally conducted at dawn but also feasible during the day, can last about 3 hours and is an excellent excuse for a walk in the woods. It can be completed with a cooking class. The egg tagliatelle with truffle are a classic, but truffle can be used as the main ingredient for a wide variety of specialities: from appetizers to desserts.

A truffle hunting is scheduled in our standard travel proposal:

• Vicenza and Bassano del Grappa