White truffles (Tuber Magnatum Pico) – the Royal Family of truffles – also called Alba truffles are very rare and only in certain months of the year available. Mostly found in Piedmonte, a northern Italian region, and particularly in Alba, which is the most important kind. White truffles are harvested from October to January. The white truffle is characterised by a whitish exterior that can be almost light brown with streaks of pink and has a very unique and special aroma. They are incredible expensive nearly worth its weight in gold. The most aromatic and flavoural of all truffle species, the white truffle is never cooked and only served fresh as it is far too delicate for cooking. Instead this truffle is used raw over warm or cold dishes to enhance the aroma of specialities. It is very popular sliced thin in salads, seafood and scrambled eggs.

Fresh truffle can be purchased direct from many truffle online shops, and at a range of retail outlets. One of the main problems is that if you find a good truffle at a reliable store, and at a good price, you can’t order it and save for later. Therefore, the best idea is to order truffles online, asking for the delivery date to be the same day (or a day before to be safe) you are planning to utilise them. The most important factor to take into consideration when purchasing truffles is that fresh truffles need to be sent to you via courier with overnight service and should be used immediately.