05/06/2026
In January 2026, Christian Ehret traveled to eastern Spain to attend the Micolab truffle-growing masterclass hosted by Luz Cocina Romero. The program offered an immersive, hands-on experience focused on the cultivation and management of black truffles — from orchard establishment and irrigation strategies to soil management, truffle dog training, and long-term orchard development.
The journey took us from Valencia into Teruel, located in northeastern Spain and widely regarded as the truffle capital of the country, producing nearly 70% of Spain’s black truffles. Throughout the course, we visited orchards of different ages and farming styles, gaining firsthand insight into the diverse approaches growers use across the region.
Beyond the technical knowledge, the experience also highlighted the deep cultural connection between truffles, agriculture, and cuisine through unforgettable truffle-focused meals shared along the way.
We returned home with invaluable knowledge and practical experience that we look forward to applying at our own Bavarian Lion Truffle Orchard. A huge thank you to Luz and the entire Micolab team for the incredible hospitality and unforgettable experience.
