A Day in the Life of Giulio the Truffle Hunter

Hunting for Truffles

Autumn is the season that sees Tuscany donning its warmest features, as the vast expanses of vineyard take on a golden hue, the shades of the warm sunsets over the gently rolling hills conjure up images of Renaissance paintings, and the earth offers up its most precious gifts: truffles.

For lovers of the "diamonds of gastronomy" our collaboration with the "Truffle Concierge" Giulio has been enriched thanks to a unique trip aboard a vintage car with departure from the Hotel Savoy which winds its way up to Bagno a Ripoli, after having admired the glimpses of Ponte Vecchio, the Lungarno, Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato to venture into the Tuscan hills.

Once we reach the estate of Giulio we set off to discover of the secrets of the art of truffle hunting, accompanied by his trusty lagotti. There, the harvest takes place, entering the woods guided by the dogs, in respect of biodiversity plant, so as to guarantee the seasonal regeneration of the truffle species. After the search, head to the kitchen of Giulio's old family mill where he and his partner Francesca will teach you how to prepare traditional dishes using this autumnal delicacy.

Turin-born Giulio Benuzzi is a member of the Tuscan truffle association, Associazione Tartufai delle Colline della Bassa Valdelsa. After managing Milan’s iconic restaurant, e Api, Giulio opened a charming bed and breakfast at the foot of Florence’s southern hillside, which became a place of pilgrimage for American gastronomes. In 2003 Giulio obtained an Italian truffle license and has become a pioneer and renowned name in truffle hunting over the last two decades.

The Truffle Experience is bookable, upon availability, through the Concierge at least 48 hours in advance by emailing concierge.savoy@roccofortehotels.com or calling +39 055 2735836.

Ask for the one and only Giulio, they will know precisely who you are referring to!

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