Fresh Truffles: Varieties, Market Dynamics, and Culinary Applications

Truffles, highly prized subterranean fungi, are categorized into two primary types: black (Tuber melanosporum) and white (Tuber magnatum). Black truffles, such as the Périgord variety, are known for their earthy aroma and firm texture, while white truffles, like Italy’s Alba specimens, offer a pungent, garlicky scent. Seasonal varieties include summer…...