5 canapés with truffles to surprise your guests

The black truffle, known by its scientific name, Tuber melanosporum Vitt, is a tuber that grows in symbiosis with the roots of certain tree species, such as holm oak, oak, hazel or kermes oak, among many others. It is necessary to use a trained animal to detect their smell and dig them up, as these … Read more

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Types of truffles

You may have seen on the menus of some restaurants that include dishes containing a prominent ingredient called “truffles”. And although you may think that it is the chocolate candy that you usually eat at Christmas parties, it is actually a gourmet food that has a very different nature and that, of course, serves to … Read more

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Black truffle vs. white truffle: A comparison of flavours and aromas

Although many people think that the truffle is a chocolate candy or a dessert, in reality the truffle is a gourmet fungus that grows under the ground in symbiosis with the roots of certain truffle trees, such as oak, holm oak, hazelnut, lime or kermes oak, among many others in certain areas of countries such … Read more

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10 recipes with grated truffle

The black truffle (Tuber melanosporum Vitt.) is considered one of the most exquisite ingredients in world gastronomy and, of course, it is an ingredient that is often found in a large number of gourmet dishes. Its aroma and intense flavour have been appreciated for centuries by different cultures and, nowadays, by chefs and lovers of … Read more

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How to preserve the black truffle?

The black truffle (Tuber melanosporum Vitt.), also known as “the black diamond of the kitchen”, is an exquisite fungus that grows under the ground and is considered one of the most prized and valued ingredients in the world of haute cuisine and gourmet gastronomy. Originating in Europe, mainly in France, Italy and Spain, the black … Read more

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10 recipes with truffle sauce

The black truffle, also known by its scientific name Tuber melanosporum Vitt, is a fungus that grows underground and is cultivated in certain areas and is highly valued for its distinctive flavour and aroma. It is often found in symbiosis with the roots of various tree species, such as holm oaks, oaks and hazelnut trees, … Read more

Black truffle: Properties and health benefits

We are sure you have noticed that dishes with black truffles (Tuber melanosporum Vitt.) are becoming more and more popular and frequent in restaurants. If you have already tried some of them, such as pasta or pizzas with truffles, we are sure you already know why it is a gourmet ingredient widely demanded.  It is … Read more

Truffle growing: what does black truffle cultivation consist of?

The black truffle is a type of fungus that grows underground, quite deep, next to the roots of certain tree species, such as oak, birch, pine, cypress, chestnut or holm oak, among many others. The perfect climatic conditions for the cultivation of this type of mushroom are found, above all, in certain western countries with … Read more

THE LEGENDARY ORIGIN OF THE BLACK TRUFFLE: MYTHS AND REALITIES

There is no doubt that the black truffle is one of the most sought-after gourmet foods on the market due to its uses in haute cuisine and its spectacular characteristics in terms of flavour, aroma and texture. It is a fungus that grows underground in symbiosis with the roots of some tree species, such as … Read more