Parco Naturale Regionale della Lessinia

The most important species is the Black Truffle (Tuber melanosporum), growing in calcareous environments.
It is a round and black tubercle, warty, with a rather strong perfume and a full-bodied taste, particularly delicious.
Very appreciated in cooking, already documented since Napoleonic times when it was used to prepare first dishes (risotto, gnocchi, tagliatelle), second dishes (filled meat), and even desserts combined with Monte Veronese.