Two new species of truffle have been discovered in North America. But how do they taste and what opportunities do they create for the food industry?

Their mysterious origins and complex lifecycle continue to fascinate scientists and food enthusiasts, and their use in ...

Many of the specialty foods Americans enjoy are almost entirely imported from abroad. The few growers who cultivate these items domestically say it’s a tough business.

On Thursday, a culinary treasure made its mark on Howell Mountain as black Périgord truffles, one of the world’s most expensive foods, were successfully harvested. Typically associated with ...

I'm not a food bumpkin, and I've gamely eaten ... I brought my newborn baby home from the hospital. Like my truffle, he, too, was expensive, rare, fragile and could be weighed in ounces.

Truffles, the umami-rich underground fungi, are especially pungent this time of year. Here's what to look for and where to find them in North Jersey.

The market for luxury foods has shifted dramatically, with caviar and truffles now widely available due to farming and global trade.