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Centuries-old Pettino Village
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Farm-fresh eggs with truffle shavings
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Victoria Rossi | iMedia | 212-537-9080 | victoria@i-media-international.com
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TIME-SENSITIVE | Summer Travel Experience
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An Unforgettable Day of Traditional Truffle Hunting in Umbria, Italy Awaits
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Summer is the Beginning of Black Truffle Season in Umbria, Italy. Immerse Yourself in the Centuries-Old Tradition of Black Truffle Hunting in the ancestral Village of Pettino for an experience of a lifetime.
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(New York, New York - June 19, 2019) -
Summer is black truffle season in Umbria, Italy,
with its centuries' old epicenter in the ancient village of Pettino. Extending through December, black truffle season brings with it the aromatic and soul-regenerating tradition of black truffle hunting.
The Chiacchiarini family of the village of Pettino has been hunting for truffles for centuries,
passing down its secrets and truffle-laden recipes for generations.
In recent years,
the family opened their organic farm to visitors from around the world
to enjoy and learn about truffle hunting yet making sure that the experience was as authentic as it was centuries ago. Every day on the farm, they hunt for, eat, and sell truffles as they have for generations. The
Wild Foods Italy
Truffle Hunt
reconnects you with the earth, the people, and the beauty of the landscape in a way that few other things can.
- Wild Foods Italy is less than 2 hours from the tourist mecca of Rome, yet a world away.
- Visitors to the region can add to their truffle hunting trip visits to the many festivals held in the region during the summer and fall seasons, including the Umbria Jazz Festival and the Spoleto Festival, among several others
Immerse yourself...
Before your arrival,
enjoy the breathtaking drive or train up to the picturesque mountain village of Pettino,
tucked away among the rolling hills and valleys of the farm.
On arrival, you’ll meet the family and enjoy a steaming cup of freshly brewed rich Italian espresso coffee
before making your way into the forests and fields surrounding the village with the very charismatic, generational truffle-hunters, Luca and Alessandro, and their trusty squad of truffle-hunting dogs.
The skilled dogs love hunting for the hidden truffle gems on the rolling hills intent on finding hidden treasures, spending time with new friends, and running in the fresh air.
While the dogs sniff for truffles, visitors enjoy a breathtaking hike in the stunning
Umbrian
countryside.
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Sometimes it’s surprisingly easy, other times quite a challenge to bring in the bounty, but the group ensures there are enough truffles for a big, savory, Umbrian lunch back at the Wild Foods farm.
A truffle snack and a sip of wine is always in the back of a hunter’s mind,
so when they are satisfied with the truffle haul, the group will stop in a panoramic spot while the truffle hunters prepare your first taste of a freshly dug Umbrian truffle and pop a Prosecco cork or two!
More often than not,
the family shepherd will wander by with the flock of sheep and their very friendly wolf-chasing dogs.
The canines love a friendly pat or two and make quite a spectacle among the sheep. The shepherd also carries a wheel of Francesca Chiacchiarini’s
famous homemade Pecorino cheese
of which he’ll happily cut a wedge for you to taste.
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Nonna showing how to cut pasta noodles
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Francesca making pasta for the group's lunch
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Back in the village,
you’ll head to the pasta room, where you’ll watch
Francesca make traditional fresh pasta from scratch
(See picture above). If you're lucky, spunky
Nonna will stop by to help out
. While you watch the age-old tradition, you’ll snack on some of the family’s dry-cured meats like prosciutto and capocollo. Outside, Luca and Alessandro will light the
barbecue and prepare sausages
for lunch and wood-fired bruschetta made with their own olive oil for you to taste. You’ll also try other delicacies from the farm all prepared by the truffle hunters, while you watch the pasta making. The tasting experience is accompanied by wine made by local producers.
During your tour of the farm, you will also visit the
900-year old cheese ageing room
and learn how Pecorino cheese is made.
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Truffle hunting in Umbria can really work up an appetite, so we’ll head to the kitchen and dining area for the very big but very relaxing
traditional Umbrian lunch
. Everyone joins for the lunch and you’ll try lots of local recipes as well as loads of local wine. The day ends with a strong shot of espresso coffee and hopefully some very happy smiles.
The experience has earned Wild Foods Italy five out of five stars on TripAdvisor and Google.
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TOUR AVAILABILITY
Available 3 to 4 days a week from mid-March through to mid-December.
Group sizes are from 2 to 16 people. Limited availability.
SUITABLE FOR
The Wild Foods Truffle Hunting day is great for couples, families and people of all ages
It’s great for foodies and wine-lovers, or for anyone just wanting to immerse themselves in the landscape, people and culture of Umbria.
Prices start at €150/person
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Wild Foods Italy is a family owned organic farm in the village of Pettino in the Umbrian Apennine Mountains of Italy. The family has been living in Pettino and farming the land surrounding the village for generations unknown, recently opening their farm to the public. On the farm they hunt for truffles, graze sheep, cows and goats in the mountain pastures, make Pecorino cheese, salami, prosciutto and other traditional delicacies, and maintain a traditional, simple way of life in this beautiful part of the world. Their public experiences include their Wild Foods Truffle Hunt, the exclusive and bespoke Epicurean Experience, and a stay at the luxurious Black Truffle Lodge.
Additional Hi-Res pictures available.
Media Contact:
Victoria Rossi | 212-537-9080 ext. 601 | victoria@i-media-international.com
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