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White Gold of Umbria: The 45th Salone Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato in Città di Castello

Every autumn, the Umbrian town of Città di Castello transforms into the beating heart of Italy’s truffle culture for the Salone Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato, a festival celebrating the region’s most prized delicacy — the white truffle. Known scientifically as Tuber magnatum Pico, this rare and aromatic fungus grows beneath the roots of oak and poplar trees and can only be discovered with the … Continue reading White Gold of Umbria: The 45th Salone Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato in Città di Castello

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Experiencing Langhe’s Treasures: The Unusual Tour with Albeisa

In the scenic region of Langhe, where the vineyard landscapes of Langhe-Roero and Monferrato are celebrated as UNESCO World Heritage sites, a unique, artisanal wine bottle known as the Albeisa has stood as an emblem of local craftsmanship and tradition since the 1700s. Originally conceived by the wine producers around Alba, this distinctive bottle was brought to life by the skilled hands of master glassblowers … Continue reading Experiencing Langhe’s Treasures: The Unusual Tour with Albeisa

Rowena Dumlao