Campoli Appennino. The Truffle

Campoli Appennino is in the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise and is the city of bear and truffles of Ciociaria.

People collect truffles on the hieghts of the park. Due to its high quality they are largely exported.

Truffle hunters collect the Black Truffle and White Truffle, from October to January. In spring it is possible to taste the Bianchetto Truffles (otherwise known as marzuolo) while in summer the 'Scorzone' Truffle is widespread.

The use of truffles in the cuisine  is very diverse: from the simple seasoning used for fresh pasta, sauces to flavour the croutons and dishes including desserts.

Every year, Campoli Appennino organizes a National Fair dedicated to valuable truffles (Fiera Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato e Nero Pregiato).