From 12 October to 8 December, the city of Alba, in Piedmont, will once again host the International Fair of the White Truffle of Alba, this year at its 94th edition.
The most prized of all truffles
The Fair is the stage for the white truffle, a star product of haute gastronomy and Italian excellence. Always considered a succulent foodstuff and the most prized of all truffles, the white truffle of Alba, from the woods of Langhe Roero and Monferrato, acquired worldwide fame in 1933, thanks to hotelier and restaurateur Giacomo Morra, the Truffle King. The International Fair of the White Truffle of Alba is the perfect occasion to discover firsthand the ancient customs of the territory, relive its history and traditions, and enjoy the enthralling historical re-enactments in which the whole town takes part.
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Unique truffle tastings, workshops, lunches and dinners
To learn the secrets of the Tuber magnatum Pico, the Fair organizes sensory experiences to learn how to decipher the characteristics of the precious tuber. In the Castle of Roddi theoretical-practical courses and traditional Piedmontese cuisine are held two days a week. New for this edition are the guided tours of the castle in combination with a typical traditional lunch, and every weekend at 11.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. visitors can watch the preparation of dishes in which the truffle plays the starring role.
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Daily events and appointments not to be missed
Every first Sunday in October, in Piazza Risorgimento, in the historic centre of Alba, the Palio degli Asini (Donkey Palio) is run. On the eve of the Palio, on the evening of Saturday 5 October, the historical re-enactment is also held in the centre with hundreds of people in costume re-enacting historical medieval legends in a real theatrical performance. At the Alba White Truffle World Market you can buy the precious tubers directly from the trifulau truffle hunters as well as many other local food products, including the wines of the Langhe Roero and Monferrato, Located in the historic centre, the Market is open from 9.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. every weekend and on 1 November. For families Alba Truffle Bimbi is the perfect place to entertain children with workshops and free playtime.
For information: https://www.fieradeltartufo.org/
