Author: Viviana Morolli

From the most to the least expensive, Italian truffles have a unique aroma and taste. And if you are a truffle lover, today we will talk about how to find truffles in Italy!   The truffle is an underground fungus, i.e. it grows spontaneously in the ground near trees. It is a relatively rare mushroom, and is therefore one of the most precious Italian foods. Finding Italian truffles is a very popular and fascinating activity. But it is not for everyone. Hunting for truffles requires a licence and a lot of experience by the truffle hunter, to avoid damaging the truffle beds and to respect the ecosystem. Moreover, truffle season must be taken into account. In Italy it often differs from region to region, but the best period tends to be autumn, the reference season for Italian truffle.   Does truffle fascinate you? Discover all the Italia Delight experiences!     In this article, I will tell you all the interesting facts about truffles, but above all how to find truffles in Italy.   Where to find Italian truffle? With regard to truffles Italy is an area of exceptional agri-food interest, boasting a fertile soil that is distinguished by its composition and microclimate. But precisely what are Italian truffles? Where can you find truffles in Italy? There are many regions. Certainly, the point to consider when finding truffles is the Apennine mountains, as it hosts favourable pedoclimatic conditions for truffle growth.     The most important region where to find Italian truffles is undoubtedly Piedmont, in particular the area around Alba. Not to forget the areas around Acqualagna in Le Marche for white truffles, and Bagnoli Irpino for Italian black truffles, in Campania. However, there are further regions, including Tuscany, especially the municipality of San Miniato, Emilia Romagna, Lazio, Umbria, Molise