Truffle safari: the black diamond

The City of Seven Hills

The sun is almost always shining on the Drôme provencale countryard.

We purpose you an amazing immersion into the secret world of the truffle.

After a track in the heart of the countryside you will reach the temple of the nose, where Jean Michel, the owner, welcomes you. where Jean Michel, the owner, welcomes you.

A welcome drink will be served and you will discover in detail the place of the workshop.

Then you go for a visit with truffle truffle hunting demonstration and explanation of the biology of the truffle and truffle. On your return home, you will attend a cooking demonstration by the undisputed master of the black diamond.
Then you can sit down to a gourmet dinner of truffle appetizer to dessert. Ambassador of the nose will also taste local wines.

A moment out of time, allowing you to unlock the secrets of the truffle.

City information:

Duration: 4 days
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro (€)
Local time: GMT/BST

The trip of your life

Grignan

A truffle is called a “rabasse” in Provençal, the original local dialect. It can be found from mid-November to mid-March and every Saturday visitors can enjoy the truffle market of Richerenches, the largest in Europe. An indescribable fragrance escapes from the precious mushroom when it is mature. Try the dishes in the restaurant, especially omelettes slobbering to perfection, and your taste buds will be amazed. Why not try to “caver”, that is look for truffles with a trained dog and its master? Throughout the winter, many traditions and events celebrate the melano truffles: truffle market from mid-November in Richerenches, the Saint-Antoine Mass, the literary festival of books, truffle and wine in Grignan and surrounding villages, and the Lovers of Taste events in Richerenches.

Gordes

This medieval district survived the great earthquake that destroyed much of the rest of Lisbon in 1755 and is still remarkably well preserved today. Originally founded by the Romans, it was the African Muslims who settled there that left the greatest impression on this hillside neighbourhood. Make time for a visit to Miradouro das Portas do Sol, the highest point in Alfama, with gorgeous views stretching all the way down to the river.

We recommend that you take time to wander around the narrow and winding streets. If you get lost, our tip is to head directly up or down. Eventually, you’ll reach either the river or the castle on top of the hill, and can easily make your way from there. Listen out for the sound of fado singing echoing through the alleyways. This traditional folksong has developed uniquely in Portugal and, despite their plaintive sounds, they’re still very popular.

The docklands of Alfama, called Jardim Do Tabaco, are now a high-end nightlife spot frequented by the locals and they attract a very different crowd from when it was used as storage for tobacco.