We’re right in the thick of truffle season which occurs from June to September in the Southern Hemisphere. It’s normal at this time of year to spot fine diners shaving hoards of the stuff all over their culinary creations, but perhaps you might like to sprinkle some of that magic over your own dishes at home, too.
This is where Australian Truffle Traders steps in. Once again, the purveyors of the luxe fungus are delivering fresh truffles direct from their farm in Manjimup in Western Australia’s southwest right to your door.
Owner Gavin Booth says that there’s a huge demand for his high-quality truffles already.
“I woke up this morning to a hundred messages from all over the world, from Copenhagen to California, wanting truffles,” says. Booth “Truffles may ooze decadence, but they aren’t just for chefs and people who eat at fancy restaurants, they can be enjoyed by everyone.”
How about adding a touch of opulence to your leftover mac and cheese or scrambled eggs? You could also bake it into a rich vegetable pie, stir it through a creamy risotto or mix it with cultured butter for the ultimate spreadable treat.
Truffles from Manjimup are of the same good quality as those sourced in France and New Zealand due to the climate and soil they grow in. At the farm, trained truffle dogs (AKA the goodest boys and girls) hunt for these underground treasures.
Following their trusty hounds with snouts to the ground, the experts wander between the oak and hazelnut trees to uncover beautifully ripe truffles ready for picking. The truffles are then carefully cleaned, graded, sealed, cold-packed and shipped via express post within 48 hours (in most cases). Note that truffles need to be ordered by 2pm (EST) Monday to be delivered to Melbourne (and other eastern state destinations). This is to avoid the risk of truffles sitting in an AusPost warehouse over a weekend.
What's even better is that Australian Truffle Traders are able to deliver anywhere across the country. Looking for a gift for your food-obsessed friend? Consider it done. Purchase yours now before truffle season ends here.