The truffle is a tuber known since ancient times and the first written references date back to the 1st century AD by Pliny the Elder, in Naturalis Historia, who claimed that the truffle, which he defined as tuber, was a true miracle of nature, given its ability to be born and grow without roots. From the same century comes the idea of the Greek philosopher Plutarch of Chaeronea claiming that this precious food grows from the combined action of water, heat and lightning. The aura of charm and mystery that accompanies the history of the truffle is clear to see, a product that we at Just Tartufo carefully select to offer you the ideal accompaniment to your dishes, both at home and in the restaurant.

Before being processed by Just Tartufo and reaching your tables, a long and tricky hunt is first needed. In the past, truffle hunters used dogs and pigs, however they stopped using pigs at the beginning of the century. The best truffle dogs are, of course, hunting dogs, with a keen sense of smell, which then receive expert training. Training a truffle dog is a genuine rite, with the hunter and dog forging a close friendship and the dogs achieving high levels of obedience. Truffle hunting is a fun game for the dog and offers great satisfaction for the hunter, way beyond the monetary value of the truffle itself.