This magical truffle hunting experience is just outside of Sydney
Mmm, truffles! Whether layered in a luxe lasagne, baked in brie, grated over scrambled eggs, or infused in oil, they get us drooling. With winter upon us, Central NSW is fast becoming a must-visit destination for truffle lovers.
Foodies will be delighted to learn that RedGround Australia in the high country of Oberon has a series of new truffle experiences including truffle hunting and tasting at their farm. While traditional farms have truffle pigs to forage for truffles, RedGround has Sarge and Scout, the resident truffle-hunting dogs who lead the way all year round.
This winter's Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste Experience ($220pp for three hours) includes a fireside tasting of truffle-infused bites, a guided walk through the truffière (a fancy French word for the place where the truffles are grown), an introduction to truffle farming and grading, a hands-on cooking session, plus a glass or two of sparkling.
Want to stay a little longer? The Ultimate Truffle Retreat ($795pp) includes two nights in a private guesthouse, a gourmet hamper and local wine, plus a three-hour private truffle hunt followed by gourmet meals of truffle-infused food ranging from entrées to desserts, plus bubbles.
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This magical truffle hunting experience is just outside of Sydney
Mmm, truffles! Whether layered in a luxe lasagne, baked in brie, grated over scrambled eggs, or infused in oil, they get us drooling. With winter upon us, Central NSW is fast becoming a must-visit destination for truffle lovers. Foodies will be delighted to learn that RedGround Australia in the high country of Oberon has a series of new truffle experiences including truffle hunting and tasting at their farm. While traditional farms have truffle pigs to forage for truffles, RedGround has Sarge and Scout, the resident truffle-hunting dogs who lead the way all year round. This winter's Truffle Hunt, Touch and Taste Experience ($220pp for three hours) includes a fireside tasting of truffle-infused bites, a guided walk through the truffière (a fancy French word for the place where the truffles are grown), an introduction to truffle farming and grading, a hands-on cooking session, plus a glass or two of sparkling. Want to stay a little longer? The Ultimate Truffle Retreat ($795pp) includes two nights in a private guesthouse, a gourmet hamper and local wine, plus a three-hour private truffle hunt followed by gourmet meals of truffle-infused food ranging from entrées to desserts, plus bubbles.
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