Full day on truffle hunting & judging, truffle cooking class

Truffle hunting, judging and cooking private experience.

The diamond of the forest: an exclusive Truffle Masterclass in the heart of Tuscany.

Benvenuti. Imagine the golden light of the Tuscan sun filtering through centuries-old oaks, the scent of damp earth and wild herbs rising as you tread softly over moss-covered ground.

This is not merely a tour; it is a pilgrimage for the true epicurean.

I invite you to The Truffle Academy, an ancestral estate near Pisa where the "Diamond of the Forest" is not just found—it is celebrated. 

 The Hunt: a symphony of nature.

Your journey begins at our historic Tuscan farmhouse, a rustic sanctuary where time slows down.

Under the guidance of a master truffle hunter, you will venture into our private, protected woodlands.

Here, the real magic happens.
You will witness the incredible bond between the hunter and his dog—our most vital partner—as they navigate the terrain to unearth seasonal treasures:

• The Scorzone: The robust summer black truffle.
• The Bianchetto: The pungent, garlicky spring gem found in pine groves.
• The Fine White (Tartufo Bianco): The undisputed, aromatic king of the autumn woods.

The Masterclass: secrets handed down through generations.

Once we return to the warmth of the farmhouse, the "Academy" truly begins.

Gathered around a crackling fireplace in our open kitchen, we will reveal the secrets our family has guarded for generations.

This is a hands-on immersion into the sophisticated world of the Tartufo.

Our programma includes:

• The Science: How truffles form and their symbiotic relationship with specific trees.
• The Selection: Techniques for cleaning, grading, and preserving the harvest.
• The Craft: Master the art of the "working team" (hunter and dog) and learn the specific training techniques that make a champion scent-tracker.
• The Feast: A Four-Course Truffle Celebration

Under the tutelage of our resident Chef, you will prepare a menu designed to elevate the truffle’s complex profile.

Your efforts culminate in a decadent lunch, where every course is a tribute to your find:

1. L’Aperitivo: Truffle-infused appetizers to awaken the palate.
2. Il Primo: Hand-rolled fresh pasta, tossed in a silken truffle butter.
3. Il Secondo: The classic "Truffle Egg"—the purest way to experience the aroma.
4. Il Dolce: A surprising, sophisticated truffle-themed dessert.

As a memento of your initiation into the Academy, each guest receives a professional chef’s apron or an exclusive recipe book.

You will leave not just with a full stomach, but with the knowledge to select and cook truffles like a true Tuscan local.