Our truffle paradise - the online marketplace for fresh truffles
As lovers of good food and traditional flavors, we have always been curious about how and where to best buy a variety of different truffles. The appetite for culinary creations that are prepared with truffles grows steadily, therefore truffles are in great demand. Moreover, each species has its own harvest season and prices can reach quite high figures. To provide a new and exciting way of trading in the truffle world, we have created our online marketplace. We bring the Alba truffle market to the world - with our global marketplace for online truffle buying and selling. Become part of a global community of truffle fans!
Our mission: why we offer fresh truffles directly from the truffle hunter.
The idea for an online truffle marketplace was born out of our passion for high-quality truffles and frustration with the difficulty of sourcing truly fresh specimens in and outside of Italy. We are a team of truffle hunters and experts who have made it our mission to provide access to fresh, high quality truffles worldwide for everyone. In our marketplace you can buy directly from the truffle hunter and make sure that you will always receive the best quality. We believe that there is nothing better than finding a good truffle in its natural environment and being able to enjoy it immediately. That's why our store offers truly fresh truffles - so you can enjoy every bite of your meal. Our mission is to provide you with the best truffle experience possible - for those moments in life when the culinary experience is at its best!
The heart and soul of Tartufo.com is our community: on the one side the truffle hunters who use our marketplace to sell their high-quality products. On the other side you the customer, in search of fresh specimens straight from the source. We place great emphasis on quality and therefore work exclusively with reputable and experienced truffle hunters. In this way we guarantee the highest satisfaction and the best taste. And because we care about the taste, we offer you a wide range of different varieties: from the noble Bianchetto to the exotic Perigord truffle, we have it all!
It doesn't get fresher than this: our truffles
Truffles are a precious ingredient that thrive primarily in the fall and winter seasons. They should be consumed as soon as possible after their harvest. Therefore, it is important to buy them fresh, to know how long you can keep truffles fresh and if you can freeze them. Truffles can only be kept fresh for a few days, so it is best to store them in the refrigerator in an airtight jar or container. This preserves the aromatics of the truffle and the mushroom does not spoil as quickly.
You can also freeze truffles to keep them longer and thus preserve them for several weeks or months. However, the truffle loses some of its flavor and aroma when frozen. Therefore, the best method is to freeze the grated or chopped truffle in portions and thaw it just before using. Be inspired by the refined recipe ideas of our top chefs!
How our marketplace works
Whether white Alba truffles, the exclusive Perigord truffle or other varieties - on the truffle marketplace you can finally conveniently order your favorite online and have it directly delivered to your home. It doesn't matter whether you are a truffle fan or a novice - on the truffle marketplace everyone will find the right type of truffle for them.
But how does the truffle marketplace actually work? It's simple: our truffle hunters upload their latest finds to our marketplace. You pick the truffle you want on the site and add it to your shopping cart. Once you have added all the products you want, go to checkout and pay by credit card or Paypal. Afterwards your order will be forwarded directly to the corresponding truffle hunter. He will send the desired truffles, carefully packed in a high quality packaging, immediately to your specified delivery address.
We place a strong emphasis on quality and freshness and therefore work exclusively with reputable and experienced truffle hunters. This way we can guarantee that all our truffles come directly from actual truffle hunter and arrive at your door in perfect condition within a few days. We have connected with the various truffle hunters all over Italy and thus can offer the unique possibility to buy directly at the source!
Our truffle hunters
The search for the truffle is certainly one of the most fascinating aspects of the mushroom. It is an ancient tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation. Many myths and stories surround the search for the precious mushroom and the truffle hunter is a figure surrounded by mystery since its creation. The truffle hunters work every day and put great pride on collecting these pearls of gastronomy.
To become a truffle hunter, you must first go through the according training. In Italy for example, there is the "Accademia Italiana Tartufai" that offers official certification for truffle hunters. In addition, it is important to be familiar with the tools and techniques needed to search for the precious mushrooms. Training dogs that can help in the search is also an essential part of the preparation to become a truffle hunter.
The best truffle hunters know their forests, where they search for the precious truffles, to the smallest detail and find the precious mushrooms even in the dark. They know where the soil is particularly good, which plants provide the best shelter for the truffles and which secret places are best for the search. Traditional truffle hunters often wander around at night, searching for the precious mushrooms with their dogs. Only close relatives are allowed to know their secrets, and so the wisdom of the truffle hunters represents a true small heritage of the land.
If you are looking for delicious, fresh truffles, you should contact the truffle hunters directly - and this is exactly what we offer with our marketplace. Because here you can get the best and latest truffles directly from the collector.
More than a worldwide marketplace
Tartufo.com is not only an online marketplace around truffles and truffle products. We also a platform where you can discover everything about the fascinating world of truffles, the different truffle species, their cultivation and special recipes.
In addition to fresh truffles, you will also find pasta, risottos, oils and other fine specialties from the truffle world - whatever your heart desires. Special tools for preparation will make your dishes even more aromatic and tasty! Browse our selection and get inspired by the sophisticated recipe ideas from our top chefs.
We are proud to ignite your passion for these culinary delights and to offer you the rare and special truffles wherever you are!