White truffles are one of the rarest and most expensive delicacies. They are only available in good quality in autumn, and a kilo can cost around 10,000 euros in stores – depending on the season and what the market offers. “Market” can also be understood literally, because in Italy there are actually real truffle markets at this time of year, especially in Piedmont and Emilia-Romagna, where most truffles are found. There you can buy the noble tubers from local traders. Gourmet food specialist Michael Beetle has the Munich company as a local dealer La Bilancia, His delicatessen has been working with its owners Stephan and Felix Burger for almost 40 years.
Local tour: Excursion to Italy – Munich
