Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia
Jump into incredible truffle hunting adventures with a professional. Discover the mysterious world of the pearl of Istria. Get to know the recipe for the best dish with truffles. Typical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles, a glass or two :) of excellent Istrian Malvasia wine, and good company ... priceless! If you stay in Piran, Portorož, or Koper it is almost a "must do". Culinary chefs highly prize the Istrian truffle. Let's uncover its secrets: how it is searched, why they use dogs for hunting, what varieties of truffles we know, why the price is sky-high, the history of (forbidden) hunting in Istria, and other facts. After the exhilarating hunt, your experience culminates in cooking a traditional Istrian pasta “fuži”, lovingly enriched with fresh truffles. Paired with a glass of Istrian Malvasia you will learn how to recognize fresh truffles from its imitations ... and enjoy under the pergola of the Istrian homestead. Come as a guest, leave as a friend.
Options
Regular
cooking: We will learn how to prepare an excellent dish with truffles
Duration: 3 hours: The activity usually lasts 3 hours, but we always adapt to the guests.
Truffle snack and dish: Spreads of white and black truffles, cheese and salami with truffles, pasta "fuži" with truffles, local Malvasia, a refreshin
What's included in Istria - Truffles: Hunting & Cooking & Tasting, Slovenia
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
GazonPass-by Only
The Istrian village, hidden from the tourist crowds, unspoiled nature, typical Istrian architecture, breathtaking views, and authentic essences of Istria. In this magical environment we will look for truffles.
Inclusions
- Typical Istrian pasta "fuži" with truffles
- Tips and trics how to recognize a dish with fresh truffles (instead with its imitations)
- Demonstration of cooking of truffle dish
- ... relaxing under the pergola of the Istrian homestead - priceless
- Taxes, organizational, insurance, commission and implementation costs of the trip.
- Welcome truffle snacks: white and black truffle pate, cheese and salami with truffles
- Educational tour of truffle hunting with professional hunter and the dog
- Istrian Malvasia & non-alcoholic beverage
- Tip (optional but welcome at your choice)
- Transfer to/from location
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small group - a maximum of 8 people per group.
- A small amount of walking is involved.
- Your dog is welcome, but please make sure it does not disturb the truffle-hunting dog at work. When booking, let us know if your dog will join us.
- The minimum alcohol-drinking age is 18 years.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
- Part of the activity takes in the forest. In warm weather, we recommend protection against insects (they are not dangerous, only a bite is itchy).
- Children under 7 are free of charge, but "no food, no drink".
- The activity cooperates with (sometimes capricious) Nature, so there may be changes. But don't worry, we'll do our best and let you know in time.
- The whole event (hunting & cooking & tasting) is carried out in Slovenian Istria in the hinterland of cites Koper, Izola, Piran, Portorož and Ankaran.
- Please advise any specific food restrictions at time of booking (subsequent on-site adjustments are difficult to implement).
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The tour starts at the bus stop in the village of Gažon. Your host will be waiting there. There is a parking lot for your car. You can come by bus from Koper.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. • Part of the activity takes in the forest. In warm weather, we recommend protection against insects (they are not dangerous, only a bite is itchy). • The contact telephone number is available also on Viber and WhatsApp. • Minimum alcohol drinking age is 18 years