Event Details:

• Date: Friday, May 9th
• Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Location: 420 Lowrys Rd, Parksville, BC V9P 2B5
• Event Type: Private Group Experience

Your Truffle Farm Adventure Awaits

Join us for an exclusive evening at The Truffle Farm, where you’ll discover the world of truffle cultivation. This private event combines education, hands-on activities, and gourmet tasting.

Meet Your Hosts

Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed by Peter Virginia Brietzke and our son Garrett, along with our Truffle Hunting Lagotto Romagnolo, Caesar.

Event Experience Overview

Welcome & Introduction

• Gather in our Truffle Activity Barn
• Enjoy island-harvested tea served in take-home cups
• Learn about our family’s truffle farming journey and what inspired us to pursue this unique agricultural venture

Guided Plantation Tour

• Explore our Truffle Plantation with Virginia, Pete, Garrett, and
• Caesar
• Discover the science behind truffle cultivation
• Learn about the various tree species we’ve tested and our cultivation methods
• Understand the intricate process of growing and harvesting Black Périgord Truffles

Farm Animal Encounters

• Visit our sheep herd and adorable lambs
• Meet Clarence, our truffle pig, and hear Pete’s entertaining story about Clarence’s first truffle hunting adventure

Hands-On Workshop

• Create your own gourmet Truffle Cheese Ball with sliced Black Périgord Truffles
• Learn professional techniques from our experienced team
• Package your creation to take home

Long Table Tasting Experience

• Gather around our elegantly decorated communal dining table
• Sample your handcrafted cheese ball with fresh crackers and sourdough bread
• Explore pairings with local meats, cheeses, and artisanal sweets
• Taste and learn about various truffle products: truffle oil, truffle honey, and powdered truffle
• Discover how to incorporate truffles into your everyday cooking

What’s Included

✓ Guided plantation tour with expert commentary
✓ Island-harvested tea in a take-home cup
✓ Hands-on truffle cheese ball workshop
✓ Take-home truffle cheese ball (your creation!)
✓ Gourmet tasting experience featuring local products
✓ Recipe collection created by our chefs and tested by previous guests
✓ Farm store shopping opportunity

Special Features

• Exclusive private group experience – no other guests
• Meet our truffle-hunting animals including Caesar the Lagotto Romagnolo and Clarence the pig
• Farm-to-table approach using local ingredients and island-grown products
• Educational focus perfect for gardening enthusiasts and unique plant lovers
• Take-home elements including your cheese ball creation and recipe collection

What Makes This Experience Special

This isn’t just a farm tour – it’s a complete immersion into the world of truffle cultivation. You’ll gain hands-on experience, taste exceptional products, and learn from passionate experts who have dedicated years to perfecting their craft. Our family-run operation offers an intimate, personalized experience that larger commercial tours simply cannot match.

The combination of education, interaction with our animals, hands-on cooking, and communal dining creates memories that will last long after you’ve enjoyed your take-home truffle cheese ball.

Practical Information

• Group Size: Private event (group size accommodated based on booking)
• Duration: 2 hours of immersive experience
• Parking: Available on-site
• Weather: Event includes both indoor and outdoor activities
• Accessibility: Please contact us to discuss specific needs

We look forward to welcoming you to The Truffle Farm for this one-of-a-kind experience. Come ready to learn, taste, and discover the magic of truffle farming on Vancouver Island!

Contact Information:
420 Lowrys Rd, Parksville, BC V9P 2B5