Trifolao (pronounced tree-phoo-làu) is a dialectical word that means “truffle picker”. Become a trifolao for a day on this excursion into the northern Italian countryside where you will have the unique and unforgettable experience of walking side by side with a real-life trifolao and his dog (an integral part of the truffle-hunting experience) through the woods outside Alba.

Learn the art of truffle picking straight from Giorgio, a seasoned Italian trifolao, who will explain the local traditions as well as the truffle varieties and characteristics. Walking through the natural truffle grounds, you’ll pick your own truffles, and end the day with a truffle tasting with top local wines.

March-September is summer black truffle season, September–December is the season of the coveted white truffle, and January-March is the time to pick the winter black truffle.

Offered through Area Valet, a personal travel service for Area subscribers. For more information, pricing, and to make reservations, please contact valet@area-daily.com.