DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know...

...knowing the scientific name is very important to differentiate it from other species of truffles of very similar appearance and of lower value?

is the scientific name of the European black truffle

...France, Italy and Spain are the main producers of black truffles?

they produce more than 100 tons per year and employ more than 10,000 truffle farmers.

...with a small black truffle you can aromatize eggs for more than 100 people?

It is a powerful and delicate food aromatizer available to everyone.

...90% of the truffle farmers are small owners who respect the environment and establish a population in rural areas?

is produced sustainably and responsibly in Europe.

...some species of truffle bear a strong resemblance to the black truffle and that differentiating them requires the work of experts?

they have a price up to 20 times lower than that of the European black truffle.

...the truffle dogs allow the truffle farmers to extract the truffles when they are just ripe?

It is collected with the help of trained dogs.

...the fresh ripe truffle is the best way to enjoy all its authentic aromas?

Winter is a seasonal product that is produced between November and March in Europe.

...there are added aromas used in the agri-food industry that try to imitate the aroma of the truffle but do not come from the truffle?

Ripe fresh contains more than 100 aromatic compounds whose combination and proportions is an inimitable gastronomic experience.

...there are specific tourist products to get to know the culture of the truffle in the rural producing territories?

It occurs in landscapes of great beauty and watching the truffle hunt is a unique experience.

...there are specialized restaurants that offer seasonal menus focused on the black truffle and free of added aromas?

It has a great gastronomic value that pairs very well and enhances many foods.