Truffle Hunting and 3-course Truffle Brunch in Motovun
In the picturesque town of Motovun, immerse yourself in the art of truffle hunting with Miro Tartufi.
Guided by expert local hunters and their trained dogs, this adventure takes you through the enchanting Istrian woods as you search for the region's prized truffles. Discover the rich traditions behind this culinary treasure and learn how these unique flavors are uncovered. After your hunt, savor a delightful tasting of truffle specialties, including homemade truffle cheese and fresh scrambeled eggs topped with shaved truffles, all crafted to showcase the essence of Istria.
Perfect for foodies and nature enthusiasts alike, this experience invites you to connect with nature and culture through the intoxicating world of truffles.
- Guided hunting experience led by local experts and dogs
- Enjoy a tasting of authentic truffle delicacies
- Learn about the history and culture of truffle hunting in Istria
- Experience stunning landscapes in a friendly, family-run setting
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Truffle Hunting and 3-course Truffle Brunch in Motovun
What's included in Truffle Hunting and 3-course Truffle Brunch in Motovun
(Subject to Option Inclusions)We welcome you with three homemade rakijas and elderflower water before a short break and toilet stop. Then, guests follow us in their cars for a 5-minute scenic drive to our truffle grove and forest with a stunning view of Motovun. You'll join our expert truffle hunters and two trained dogs, Bella and Lila, for a 1-hour truffle hunt through the grove and forest, learning how truffles grow and how the dogs find them. After the hunt, we return to our home and gather in the summer kitchen for a three-course truffle tasting. First, enjoy a selection of truffle spreads, cheeses, salami, and local olive oils. Then we prepare scrambled eggs with your fresh truffles right in front of you. Finally, we serve our homemade truffle chocolate cake. Throughout the experience, we share stories about truffles, our region, and our family. Our team speaks six languages, and we include a food anthropologist to enrich the experience.
Food Menu
STARTER - Truffle Platter
Truffle spreads, truffle cheeses, truffle salami, bread, and a salad with black truffle carpaccio, drizzled with truffle olive oils and balsamic.
MAIN - Scrambeled Eggs with Black Truffles
Scrambled eggs with fresh black truffles, prepared in front of you,
DESSERT - Chocolate cake with truffle honey and fresh black truffles
Chocolate cake with truffle honey, topped with grated black summer truffle for a unique, indulgent finish.
Inclusions
- Malvazija (white wine) and welcome rakija
- Brunch
- Guests must arrive at the location with their own transport. However, if needed, we can arrange transportation for an additional cost. Please let us know if you require this service in advance.
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We do allow service animals, but please let us know which kind. As truffle hunting is done with dogs, we can't guarantee that you will be able to take you service dogs to the forest with us!
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
