We're thrilled to anounce the early start to the white truffle season! Almost a month ahead of schedule, white Italian truffles from Alba are now available, so plan those truffle menus! Remember, white truffles are almost never cooked, since the bulk of their flavor lies in the strong scent. You will just slice them thinly (don't forget the truffle slicer!) and use them to finish off a ...
Winter Black truffles are harvested in the wintertime in the forests of the Perigord and Lot regions of France. French black truffles are wildly popular, nicknamed the black diamond for their rarity and dazzling flavor. They are designated "brushed" which literally means they have been carefully cleaned and brushed, and are ready to use. Shave over pastas; aromatize chicken and meat dishes, winter ...
These superb morel mushrooms have been picked, sorted and cleaned by hand. Chosen for quality of their flesh, visual appeal and aromas, first choice morels are suited for any fine dish of haute cuisine. Morels are rare, and only found in the spring, making them less available (and more unique) than other mushrooms species. This tasty and somewhat interesting-looking mushrooms has an elongated ...
The Italian White Alba truffle - the winter white truffle - is celebrated around the world for its superb gastronomic qualities, particularly its aroma, reminiscent of fresh cloves of garlic mixed with creamy and rich parmesan cheese. The little pebble-sized truffles are preserved in their own juices or brine, and are ready to use. In order to help reconstitute their original flavor and aroma from ...
Tepin Chiles (Capsicum Annuum) are also known as "Bird Peppers" or "Chiltepins". Shaped more like a berry than a chile, the Tepin relies on birds to propagate its seeds. It is rarely found cultivated and grows wild in southern Texas and throughout Mexico. The word, "tepin" is from the Nahuatl language of the Aztec Indians. This little pepper is very spicy with a searing heat. On the heat ...
Pequins are small, oval-shaped chiles (Capsicum Annuum) with tapered ends. The color of a dried Pequin is an orange-red. They often grow wild in the mountains of Mexico. Pequin measures 1/2 inch in length and is only 1/4 of an inch wide. The flavor is hot with sweet and citrus undertones. On the heat scale, this little chile ranks an 8.5. Scoville heat units 40,000 to 50,000.
Morel Mushrooms (Morchella Elata) are honeycomb-capped mushrooms that are the delight of the northern woods. Morel Mushrooms have a wonderful buttery, woodsy flavor that is delicious with beef, game, poultry and seafood. Typically, Morels range from 3/4 of an inch to 4 inches in height. Morels have a cream-colored base and a dark cap. Typically found in the Pacific Northwest, Morels inspire an ...
The black truffle is adored for their intense flavor, deeply musky with hints of fresh wine and chocolate flavors. Truffles graded "Extra" are larger than most, the second highest in truffle quality. Best when used at the conclusion of the cooking process, to release all their aroma and perfume. Chefs suggest to slice or shave thinly over pastas, risottos and omelets. Whole -entire truffles- are ...
Fresh garlic aromas, heady and rich flavors, the sublime Alba truffle is a delight to serve in whatever presentation. Pureed and thickened with peanut oil, this paste is a brilliant ingredient and spread. You can use this versatile preparation simply, just spread on some toast or canapes, or concoct magnificent sauces and soups to bring the heady flavor and aroma of truffles into your kitchen. In ...