Difference MakersThe Advertising spot above is reserved for companies,people and organizations that are making a difference in the Italian and Italian American communities. It's a free spot and changes periodically. Are you making a difference? Contact me. | Wild Mushrooms in ItalyThe only thing better than foraging for mushrooms here in the US is foraging for mushrooms in Italy! I learned to forage for wild mushrooms from my grandfather,father and uncles so when we were in Calabria this summer,my brother,uncle,E and I hit the woods early in the morning to avoid the heat and try our luck. We walking through chestnut groves in the Calabrian mountains and brought home some porcinis and chantrelles…two of my favorites! Here are a few photos from our forage.  My brother and Uncle.. ready to go! 
 Yes,they were as good as they look... I know many Italian Americans forage for mushrooms and a few days ago I received a few photos of some wild mushrooms from Don who recently went on a foraging expedition as well…thanks Don! Who’s ready for a wild mushroom expedition in Italy?? The winners of the Tropea Onion Seeds are: Paula DeStefano,ItalyLovers and Chef Chuck…congrats and thanks to everyone for participating!  Leave a Reply | Heading to Calabria? Need a travel consultant,place to stay or some great ideas for what to do? Contact Bella Vita Travel Consulting in Catanzaro. | Joe Maruca welcomes you to Italyville where he writes and rants about growing up Italian in Massachusetts,his experiences living and working in Bologna,visits to the family's Olive farm in Calabria and everything along the way. In America we're considered Italian,in Italy we've become Americani... but we're always at home in Italyville. Italyville.com All Content,graphics and photos on Italyville.com are property of Italyville.com unless otherwise noted and can not be used without permission. All rights reserved. |
Now your having fun,Joe!! I could taste the meaty flavors of those wonderful mushrooms!!
Enjoy:)
I’ve had no luck foraging in MN for morels. So pay the high prices. Now,a mushroom-foraging trip to Italy is something I could wrap my arms around!
Joe –I love this post –not just for the mushrooms,which I love,but also for the shared experience with family that will give you memories all your life.
Those mushrooms look amazing. What a wonderful experience to have. Yes,I’m jealous
Great post,Joe. What a harvest! (Pleased Chef Chuck is receiving the seeds –he’s one of my favourites and looking forward to seeing/making his recipes.)
Hope you got my reply to your email Joe.
I’m so happy I won some seeds!
Have never been mushroom hunting but have always wanted to go with someone who knows what to look for.
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We’re interested in combining mushroom foraging with cultural experience (art &architecture) in Tuscany,in 2012. Can you help?
I’m with Jon,
I’m going to be in Tuscany in late Sept 2012 and I’d love to find someone who runs a tour. Or better yet,a local who is prepared to show a tourist around and share some knowledge.
Any suggestions?