Steak tartare is an elegant appetizer and hors d’oeuvre made even more luxurious here with the addition of fresh white truffles. White truffles give this tartare an earthiness that compliments Kobe beef’s rich flavor.  The chives and shallot provide a bit of bite, the anchovies some tartness, and the egg smooths everything together. Finely mincing …

Here’s the nuts and bolts of making risotto. This is not a risotto recipe per se, but rather a general tutorial that will allow you to improvise and tailor to your own tastes. Part one below, lays out the five general steps. Then, below is a list of embellishments that you might want to consider. …

(yes, those are truffles sliced on top) This is a rustic Italian peasant dish raised to new heights with the addition of white alba truffles.  The braised beef is rich, the polenta creamy, and the earthiness of the parmigiano reggiano and truffles accentuate all the other flavors to make you feel as if you’ve been wrapped …

While the basics of making mayonnaise and aioli are already covered elsewhere on this blog, this recipe is so decadent, so fabulous that we just had to give it a special place of honor.  If you ever wondered how you could make our specialty burgers even more incredible, or you want to blow your foodie …

Savory Potato, Fontina, and Truffle Beignets Pairings of truffles with potatoes or cheese are classic. Here, the truffles are combined with both potatoes and Fontina cheese to make savory deep-fried beignets. These scrumptious bites must be served immediately after frying to get that terrific contrast of texture between the crispy outside and the melted cheese …

Open-faced Ravioli with Truffled Scrambled Eggs Fresh truffles feature an incredible aroma and flavor and transform even a very simple dish, like scrambled eggs, into a gourmet 5-star meal. These truffled scrambled eggs are served atop open-faced ravioli. It can be served as a part of a multi-course meal or at a party as a …

Chicken Salad with Truffles, White Grapes, Avocado, and Persimmons This gourmet chicken salad features a colorful, healthy, and delicious combination of white grapes, avocados, and persimmons. Dressed with truffle vinaigrette and topped with thinly shaved fresh truffles, it is an amazing appetizer or a light meal. Ingredients: (Makes 4 Appetizer Servings) Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons Extra …