OUR
TRUFFLES
Learn more about the truffles we offer and their special characteristics
BLACK WINTER TRUFFLE
Found in the Périgord region of France, as well as Italy, Spain, and Australia, our black truffles grow on our holm oak roots. Their unique depth of flavor allows them to be used in many ways: lightly cooked into roasted meat dishes, shaved on top of dishes as a finishing touch, or as we like to do, with a hint of extra-virgin olive oil and bread.
There are 3 BLACK WINER TRUFFLES categories:
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Extra: +20g, well-rounded shape, slight imperfections in appearance and shape are acceptable
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First: +20g, irregular shape, can include knobbles etc., imperfections in appearance and minor damage are acceptable
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Second: <20g, irregular shape, can be heavily cut and have superficial damage
BLACK WINTER TRUFFLES ARE ON SEASON!
BLACK SUMMER TRUFFLE
While the Black Summer Truffle looks similar from the outside to its counterpart, the flesh or interior of the truffle is yellowish-grey, with white veins webbing around. Also known as the Truffe de la St. Jean, it has a more delicate but equally aromatic taste. They are better utilized by being cooked, to bring out the most of that subtly earthy chocolaty flavor as possible.
WHITE BORCHII
TRUFFLE
The White Borchii Truffle is found in the regions of Piedmont, Tuscany and Marches in Italy. The flavor is sweet and with hints of garlic, with a musky fragrance. It tends to look the same as Winter White truffles, with the interior going from a smooth yellow color to a dark brown with white veins as the season progresses. As with other white truffles, they are best used sliced or shaved over already cooked dishes, to maximize the aroma of the truffles.
ABOUT TRUFFLES
Truffles are fruiting bodies (also known as spore-producing organs) of the "Ascomycota" family of fungi. Functionally they are very similar to mushrooms, except that they grow under the ground. The main biological function of a truffle is to spread spores, which in turn gives rise to new descendants. Because truffles grow below ground, the way they spread their spores is slightly different from the way mushrooms do.
The spores seek out the roots of their host trees, which are often unique to specific ecosystems. Unlike most plants, which can convert sunlight into energy through a process called photosynthesis, truffles are completely dependent on specific trees to carry out this process.
In return, the truffle helps its host tree, using its hyphae, to reach nutrients and water in pockets of soil that the tree cannot reach on its own. This type of symbiotic relationship between fungi and tree roots is called mycorrhiza.
SOME OF THEIR BENEFITS
Rich in important nutrients
Truffles boast an impressive nutrient profile and are high in many important vitamins and minerals. In fact, they’re high in carbs, protein and fiber and contain both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids, as well as micronutrients such as vitamin C, phosphorus, sodium, calcium, magnesium, manganese and iron.
May reduce inflammation
Inflammation is a vital part of your immune function that helps defend your body against infection and illness. However, sustaining high levels of inflammation in the long term is thought to contribute to the development of chronic disease. Some research suggests that truffles may help relieve inflammation and hence promote overall health and immunity.
High in antioxidants
Truffles are a great source of antioxidants, compounds that help fight free radicals and prevent oxidative damage to your cells. Studies show that antioxidants are important to many aspects of your health and may even be linked to a lower risk of chronic conditions, such as cancer, heart disease and diabetes.
Cholesterol-free and fat-low
High cholesterol is associated with an elevated risk of cardiovascular diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. Truffles are a cholesterol-free food so all the more reason to load up.
Truffles are great for those who don’t want to eat too much fat or are aiming to keep their weight down. When dried, they only have about two to eight per cent of fat.
Antibacterial properties
Truffles may also have antimicrobial properties that can help decrease the growth of specific strains of bacteria. Studies have shown that its composition decreased the growth of certain bacteria resistant to antibiotics.
May help kill cancer cells
Though evidence is currently limited to test-tube studies, some research suggests that truffles may possess powerful anticancer properties. One study showed that compounds extracted from different types of truffles helped block the growth of liver, lung, colon and breast tumor cells.
