Truffles
Best practices for storing, handling, and shaving fresh truffles to preserve aroma and texture.
How to store fresh truffles?
Immediately upon receipt, fresh truffles should be wrapped in dry paper towels, placed in a sealed container or bag, and refrigerated. Please keep in mind that truffles have a very short shelf life -- they will last no more than a week, even if prope
How long will fresh truffles stay fresh and delicious?
We highly recommend enjoying your truffles within 48 hours of arrival, as their fragrance and flavor will begin to noticeably diminish after just a couple of days. With proper storage, truffles can still be lovely for about a week, but they are inher
My truffle has white mold on it, is this ok?
Yes. Like cheese, truffles may occasionally have a small amount of white mold on their exterior called mycelium, but this is nothing to worry about. To preserve the quality of the truffle, simply brush the mold off with a clean towel or small brush.
How should fresh truffles be handled and served?
Fresh truffles are best when served at room temperature, so we recommend removing them from the refrigerator about two hours before serving. In particular, white truffles should never be heated, but instead simply shaved with a truffle shaver, mandol