01 Jul 2024
This was a highlight of our 3-week trip in Italy. I highly recommend this experience. Matteo is a gem and took us on the most fun adventure. From arriving via train in Bracciano, Matteo was so kind, helpful, funny, and knowledgeable. He picked my husband and me up, along with another couple and a family of 3. We made a pit stop at a gas station for a restroom break and then headed to the mountains. Matteo gave a thorough background of truffle hunting, his experience, and about his dogs. We then set off to find truffles. Within less than a minute of starting, his dogs, Bobby and Wendy, quickly found truffles. We spent a couple of hours meandering about the mountains, finding truffles, and learning more. Expect a moderate hike to start. After hunting, we returned to Matteo's home, where we met more of his dogs! He then cooked a fabulous multicourse meal with cheese, toast, potatoes, risotto, cookies, wine, and more. The meal was very filling, and highlighted the flavors of the truffle. I HIGHLY recommend this experience. It was one of our favorite things we did across Italy. BOOK IT NOW!