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Truffle festival in Lalbenque

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The Truffle Festival in Lalbenque, the gastronomic jewel of Quercy, offers a captivating dive into the mysterious world of truffles. This annual event reveals the challenges of the increasing rarity of this precious mushroom, once abundant in France. From exploring the mystery of the truffle to the proposal to restore abundant production, the festival highlights the challenges of truffle culture. The wholesale and retail markets in Lalbenque offer a unique experience, where producers come together for rapid transactions, guaranteeing the quality of the truffles presented.

This celebration, anchored in tradition and excellence, underlines the importance of preserving this black gold of French cuisine. An unmissable event for gastronomy lovers in search of authenticity.

See you in Lalbenque on January 24, 25 and 26, 2025!

Program

JANUARY 24:
- “When truffle meets wine” evening at Gout Dujour, Bistronome and Encantado,...

JANUARY 25:
- 10:00 a.m.: Culinary workshop with Anne Lise Delort, demonstrations, walks in the truffle fields, craft and gourmet market, gourmet meal in the evening
- 14:00 p.m.: Walk in the truffle fields offered by Chemins de Colin
- 14:00 p.m.: Sensory workshop “Truffles in all senses”
- 18:00 p.m.: Presentation of Jean-Pierre Alaux’s new book and meeting with the season’s sponsors Claude Sérillon and Pascal Bardet.
- 19:30 p.m.: “Discovery of the black diamond” meal by reservation at the Lalbenque village hall

JANUARY 26:
- from 9:00 a.m.: Craft and gourmet market.
- 10:00 a.m.: Culinary workshop with Pascal Bardet
- 12:30 p.m.: “Discovery of the black diamond” meal by reservation at the Lalbenque village hall
- 12:30 p.m.: Meal "Le Gindreau à Lalbenque" with the sponsor and starred chef Pascal Bardet. By reservation at the Lalbenque town hall.
- 16:00 p.m.: Guided tour “Lalbenque full of heritage”

But also... truffle house, truffle hunting demonstrations, testimonials from truffle professionals, conference with the Montat Truffle Station, exhibitions, art competition, fanfare in the street, ...