Truffle hunt

Hunt and taste!

“The best experience you can imagine”

Truffle hunt

Best experience

Unravel the mysterious craft of a truffle hunt in Piedmont during the experience of searching for truffles with a truffle hunter and his dog.
Searching for truffles in Piedmont with a truffle hunter and his dog is a special experience. With Mijn Italiaanse tante, you join a real truffle hunt. It’s not a demonstration where truffles are hidden in advance. Together, we head out into the fields of Costigliole d’Asti and go searching. So it’s possible we won’t find anything. Nevertheless, it’s fantastic. The adrenaline rush of possibly finding something, the story of Piero or his daughter Elisa, the stunning surroundings, and the life lessons you can learn make it an experience you’ll never forget.

Truffle hunt

Maybe you imagine a truffle hunt where you head into the forest at the crack of dawn, in the dark, to search for truffles. Truffles are precious little nuggets, especially the white variety. The latter is rare and difficult to find. Competition among truffle hunters is fierce. That’s why the location must remain secret. If we were to go into the woods with a group for this secret mission, it would draw attention. So that’s not possible. The passionate Piero has a large, enclosed private property where the truffle hunt takes place. He takes you along on his workday and tells you all about truffles, nature, his passion, and training the dog.

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Dutch / English speaking

You’ll get a glimpse into the unique teamwork between Piero and dog Emma. Many managers could learn a thing or two from them. The truffle hunt is also fun for children. Piero adjusts his story and actions accordingly. What else makes it unique? Tante joins for translation. So you have a Dutch English speaking guide to whom you can ask all your questions and who ensures a clear story.

Truffle tasting

The truffle is the delicacy of Piedmontese cuisine. Black truffle can be found from June through August. The robust black nugget tastes like… well, what does it actually taste like? Earthy might be the best description. Anyone who has ever smelled or eaten a truffle will never forget it. The rare white truffle is more delicate and refined. Also in flavor. It can be found from October through January. The price of truffles varies daily. It depends on the season, availability, quality, and size. After the truffle hunt in the spring and summer season, a truffle tasting with a glass of wine at tante’s is always included. In autumn, it can be booked separately. The price for the white truffle tasting is a guideline. Found truffles remain the property of the truffle hunter.

June - July - August

Truffle Hunt with Black Truffle Tasting and a Glass of Wine at Aunty’s
Price per person 2025
Private tour for two people: € 170
3 people: € 125
4–5 people: € 95
6–7 people: € 90
8–10 people: € 80

Optional
Wine tasting at Giachino: € 20
Working in the heat is unpleasant, especially for dog Emma. That’s why the hunt takes place early in the morning or in the early evening. The final time of the truffle hunt will be decided after consultation with Piero.

Aanvraag truffeljacht

Oct - nov - dec

Truffle Hunt – White Truffle
Price per person Oct, Nov, Dec
Private tour 2 people: € 155
3 people: € 110
4–5 people: € 80
6–7 people: € 65
8–10 people: € 55

Optional tasting
White truffle tasting with glass of wine at tante’s: minimal € 55 per person
White truffle tasting with wine tasting at Winemaker Giachino: minimal € 75 per person

(price subjected to the day price of white truffle)

Good to know

  • The truffle hunt always goes ahead, regardless of weather conditions
  • Wear sturdy shoes like sneakers or boots
  • In summer, use insect repellent and sunscreen
  • Be in time. Don’t let Emma wait
  • Truffles found during the hunt remain the property of the truffle hunter
  • At the tasting, you can have as much truffle as you like. Leftovers go into tante’s fridge
  • It’s a real hunt, not a simulation. We might not find anything – even so, it’s an experience
  • You might fall in love with dog Emma. You’re not allowed to take her home 😉

RESERVATIONS

Do you want to go on a truffle hunt?

Use the form below: aanvraag truffeljacht

or

Send a e-mail to: tante@mijnitaliaansetante.nl

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