Black Périgord Truffle (Fresh)

🍄 Black Périgord Truffle (Fresh)

The Rare “Black Diamond” of French Cuisine

Savour the legendary Black Périgord Truffle, internationally prized for its intoxicating aroma, complex flavour, and culinary prestige. Known as the “black diamond,” this winter truffle delivers deep umami, earthy richness, and a distinctive nutty finish that transforms simple dishes into extraordinary creations.

✨ Taste & Profile

• Flavour: Earthy, nutty, and intensely aromatic
• Aroma: Rich umami depth with subtle woody undertones
• Use: Ideally shaved raw to preserve fragrance and flavour

🌍 Origin & Heritage

• Traditionally harvested in the Périgord region of France and Spain
• Also grown in select truffle-producing climates worldwide
• Revered for centuries in fine European cooking

🍽 Perfect For

Shave thinly over:

• Pasta, risotto, eggs & potatoes
• Buttered toast, burrata, roasted meats & poultry
• White or cream-based sauces, stocks, and infusions

Can also be gently warmed in butter, oil, or cream to release aroma.

🥂 Chef’s Preparation Tips

• Serve raw and thinly shaved over warm dishes
• Avoid excessive heat — it diminishes perfume and flavour
• Use truffle mandolin slicers for even, delicate shaving
• Great for infusing oils, butter, wine reductions & sauces

📌 Ordering Note

Fresh truffles are not stocked daily. Please order 4–5 business days in advance.