They’re both fungi, they’re both delicious, and they both go in similar dishes. So what’s the difference between a mushroom and a truffle? Aren’t they pretty much the same thing? Well, not really! Here’s why. Rarity The biggest difference is the scarcity of truffles…
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When just a few shavings of truffle can cost hundreds of dollars, it’s no wonder many ask why these fancy fungi are so expensive!Truffles are considered a delicacy all over the world and are also the most expensive food worldwide. In fact, a one kilo…
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America’s leading truffle expert and developer of the country’s largest truffle orchard, Susan Alexander, is joining Sussex County’s most knowledgeable group of food professionals, SoDel Concepts, for Let There Be Truffles: a 3-night event celebrating unique truffle dishes and mighty fine wines. The best part? It’s all for Meals…
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So, March! Two weeks in, and we’ve already celebrated some of its most fun holidays—my favorite of which is the International Pancake Day on the 4th, because, really, what sort of weirdo doesn’t like pancakes? This month, however, also marks the last month of black…
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Ah, truffle questions—I get plenty of them. Most of the time, it all starts with “Why so expensive?” Well, let me tell you: truffles were once a delicacy worshipped by royalty for their healing purposes. For years, the common population was never given the opportunity to…
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Fact: we live in a world that’s driven by instant gratification. We can get information that we desire and send/receive messages across the globe at the speed of light. We can like an article, an image, or YouTube videos and make someone famous overnight. When bored…
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I get asked that a lot, so I figured I’d share a slice of my life—and I’ll spare you the boring details, I promise!—and focus on how living in the now and embracing present opportunities have helped me design the future I want to share….
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Whoever said that speaking in public is terrifying certainly wasn’t lying. And I would know because, heaps of speaking events later, I still melt into a puddle of quivering nerves whenever I have to talk in front a crowd—big or small. Isn’t it everyone’s biggest…
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If there’s one thing I love as much as truffles, it’s talking about truffles in North Carolina! And if there’s one thing I love more than talking about truffles, it’s talking about truffles with people who share the same passion for all things food. And…
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What you’ll need: 2 eggs ½ t. water 1 T. Susan Alexander Truffle Oil Susan Alexander Truffle Salt Wild black truffle shavings Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add water to the pan. If the water sizzles and evaporates, the pan is hot…
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