Truffles

During the winter months in South­western Europe it is not uncommon to see individuals strolling through the oak and beech woodlands with a dog or a pig on a leash. No, the leashed animal is not dejected but it is carefully sniffing the ground as it proceeds. The aged master does not ignore its action but watches it intently. Suddenly, the pig comes to a halt and after a few pro­nounced sniffs, commences to burrow into the ground. Soon the master sets his basket on the ground, unstraps the fork...