October 31 – November 2 The 45th National White Truffle Fair

From October 31 to November 2, the “National White Truffle Fair" (Il Salone Nazionale del Tartufo Bianco Pregiato) will take place in Città di Castello.

When it comes to white truffles, Alba is usually the first place that comes to mind. But in fact, Città di Castello, located in northern Umbria, is known among chefs and food buyers as a “truffle connoisseur’s town.”

The forests stretching from northern Umbria to eastern Tuscany are among Italy’s top truffle regions, and Città di Castello sits right in the heart of it.
While most areas specialize in either white truffles (like Alba) or black truffles (like Norcia), the surroundings of Città di Castello have both.  Thanks to their mix of moist forests and limestone hills.

In this unique area, where Tuscany’s chalky soil meets Umbria’s humid climate, the local white truffles are said to be

“softer than Alba’s, yet more aromatic than Norcia’s.”

The local cuisine beautifully reflects this geography too. Sitting right on the border between Tuscany and Umbria, Città di Castello combines the best of both worlds,  hearty Tuscan meat dishes and Umbrian delicacies like olives, beans, and truffles.

Located midway between Rome and Florence, it’s easy to reach from either city. The perfect spot for a gourmet detour.
This year marks the 45th edition of the Salone Nazionale del Bianco Pregiato, held right here in Città di Castello.

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Though modest in size, the fair is known for its exceptional quality. You can enjoy freshly unearthed truffles with their forest aroma still intact, and even meet local truffle hunters in person.

There are also a variety of sensory experiences designed to let you enjoy truffles through smell, taste, and touch.

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“White Truffle Pleasure” – A Five-Sense Experience

October 31 (Fri), November 1 (Sat), November 2 (Sun) – 11:30 AM
Venue: Palazzo Bufalini, “Hall of Mirrors”
Host: The Lord of Truffle (Truffle Sommelier)
Price: €25

Learn how to evaluate the freshness, maturity, and delicate aroma of truffles  and how to make the most of them in cooking. It’s an intellectual and emotional experience that sharpens your palate and helps you speak confidently about truffles.

See their beauty with your eyes, fall in love with their fragrance, feel their texture with your hands, and complete the experience with your taste buds.  The session ends with a classic crostini topped with butter and white truffle,  the perfect finish.

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European Gourmet Walk

October 31 (Fri), November 1 (Sat), November 2 (Sun) – 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Venue: Palazzo Bufalini, “Square Hall”
Price: €20

Three chefs will each present a truffle dish inspired by their own countries.

・Carlotta Delicato: Croquetas de setas y trufa (Mushroom and Truffle Croquettes)
・Nicola Caschini: Soup “Pregiato” with White Truffle Aroma
・Elia Lunghi: Black Forest Cake with White Truffle

Truffle Mixology:
Alessio Balestra, bar manager of Collins’ Bar (winner of “Best Cocktail Bar in Umbria 2025”), will create three cocktails inspired by Spain, France, and Germany — all with a truffle twist.

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White Truffle Game

November 1 (Sat) – 5:00 PM
Venue: Palazzo Bufalini, “Hall of Mirrors”
Hosts: The Lord of Truffle & Monica Panzeri (Vice President, Narratori del Gusto)
Price: €20

Use all five senses to explore the charm of white truffles through games and challenges.
There’ll be blind tests, quizzes, and scent-matching games that help you truly understand what makes white truffles unique.

Sensory Challenges:

・Turn off your sight: Identify the white truffle by smell among two black truffles.
・Aroma Tree: Complete the “aroma tree” sheet by finding the missing scent elements.
・Triangle of Perception: Out of three white truffle samples, two are identical and one is different — can you tell which one?

Anyone who gets all three challenges right will win 10 grams of white truffle!

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“Earth, Sea, Life, and Wine” – A Truffle Tasting Journey

November 2 (Sun) – 5:00 PM
Venue: Palazzo Bufalini, “Hall of Mirrors”
Hosts: The Lord of Truffle (Truffle Sommelier) & Francesco Saverio Russo (Wine Communicator)
Price: €35

Explore the world of truffles, cuisine, and wine guided by The Lord of Truffle and wine communicator Francesco Saverio Russo.

The three foundations of Italian cuisine — meat, fish, and eggs — meet the elegance of white truffles.
Each dish is designed to enhance the delicate aroma of truffles, paired with distinctive Umbrian wines carefully chosen for their aromatic harmony.

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There are many other events scheduled as well. Check out the full program on the official website:

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Bianco Pregiato Official Website
https://biancopregiato.it/il-programma/

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Photo Courtesy: Salone Nazionale del Bianco Pregiato