It is autumn in Tuscany. Francesco Ventroni, a truffle hunter, steps through a burnt-orange and amber-colored wood, scattering the leaf litter with his feet. His dogs bound ahead. But the little ...

Those lucky enough to know the wonders of eating truffles will testify that this gift from the earth is the ultimate aphrodisiac. One might even go so far as to say it is the ultimate food experience, ...

How would you describe the taste of a truffle? Of course there are some subtleties unique to certain varieties, but generally speaking, you might say it’s umami, earthy, rich, nutty and/or spicy in ...

A winter escape to France’s Dordogne reveals truffle season at its peak—black Périgord truffles, medieval villages, Michelin-starred dining and a slower, richer way to travel. Think “a winter holiday, ...