His birth on the edge of the mountain of the Gods, an area special and rare in the olive grove for the cultivation of olive trees, makes olive oil unique. But the difference of Nature Blessed does not stop there. The extra virgin olive oil of this family company is the result of the "union" of different olive varieties. Thus, the green and unripe power of the Halkidiki olive, the darkest and most intense of Amfissi and the xrysafenia and velvet of Koroneiki, come together in a magical and innovative sample.
NUTRITIONALS BLACK TRUFFLE OIL
In the case of "white truffle oil", another element makes it stand out. The famous intensity of the white truffle uniquely ties in with the soft taste of the olive oil. The result is an extremely refined dressing for salads, meat but mainly for spaghetti!
The nutrients of the famous white truffle, the "food of the gods", the "diamond of the kitchen", are many. And they fully justify her name. Truffle in Latin means food for kings!
This rare species of underground mushroom, the truffle, coexists with specific roots of trees or shrubs, and grows in their roots. It has such a natural cultivation that it goes beyond that of the organic one! Its ingredients are mainly water and minerals provided by the tree that hosts it. Its growth is usually underground and thus manages to maintain its color, taste and especially its aroma. In this way, too, it manages to protect itself from the fires, droughts and frosts that threaten our forests.
Extra tip: Try the white truffle mainly raw as if it is cooked it loses all its aromas. It goes well with cheese, pasta and bruschettas with bread. Its taste, which is a mixture of garlic and cheese, will amaze you!
HISTORY "FROM GOLD" BEHIND THE PRODUCT
The white truffle or according to its official name, Tuber magnatum. Or else the precious or White winter truffle! It is the most expensive of all types, as its price, depending on its size, reaches 1000-3000 € / Kg. due to its rarity and quality.
The ancient Romans attributed healing and aphrodisiac properties to truffles. They even called it "Alba truffle", because Italy is full of abundant white truffles. Her collection takes place in a short period of time from October to December.
Dogs that have undergone special training are the best white truffle detectors. But it seems that the first to discover it were not the dogs but the pigs! Pigs were traditionally used for this reason and in fact female pigs. I explained it simple and at the same time impressive! The truffles emit an aroma that resembles pig pheromones and attracts females of the species!
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