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SUMMARY:Private Truffle Farm Experience Guided Tour\, Workshop and Tasting Event Sold Out Pleach Email Us to Book Your Next Private Event
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \n\nDate: Friday\, May 9th\nTime: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: 420 Lowrys Rd\, Parksville\, BC V9P 2B5\nEvent Type: Private Group Experience\n\n\nYour Truffle Farm Adventure Awaits\n    \nJoin 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. \nMeet Your Hosts\nUpon arrival\, you’ll be warmly welcomed by Peter Virginia Brietzke and our son Garrett\, along with our Truffle Hunting Lagotto Romagnolo\, Caesar. \n\nEvent Experience Overview\nWelcome & Introduction\n\nGather in our Truffle Activity Barn\nEnjoy island-harvested tea served in take-home cups\nLearn about our family’s truffle farming journey and what inspired us to pursue this unique agricultural venture\n\nGuided Plantation Tour\n\nExplore our Truffle Plantation with Virginia\, Pete\, Garrett\, and\n\n\nCaesar\nDiscover the science behind truffle cultivation\nLearn about the various tree species we’ve tested and our cultivation methods\nUnderstand the intricate process of growing and harvesting Black Périgord Truffles\n\nFarm Animal Encounters\n\nVisit our sheep herd and adorable lambs\nMeet Clarence\, our truffle pig\, and hear Pete’s entertaining story about Clarence’s first truffle hunting adventure\n\nHands-On Workshop\n\nCreate your own gourmet Truffle Cheese Ball with sliced Black Périgord Truffles\nLearn professional techniques from our experienced team\nPackage your creation to take home\n\nLong Table Tasting Experience\n\nGather around our elegantly decorated communal dining table\nSample your handcrafted cheese ball with fresh crackers and sourdough bread\nExplore pairings with local meats\, cheeses\, and artisanal sweets\nTaste and learn about various truffle products: truffle oil\, truffle honey\, and powdered truffle\nDiscover how to incorporate truffles into your everyday cooking\n\n\nWhat’s Included\n✓ Guided plantation tour with expert commentary\n✓ Island-harvested tea in a take-home cup\n✓ Hands-on truffle cheese ball workshop\n✓ Take-home truffle cheese ball (your creation!)\n✓ Gourmet tasting experience featuring local products\n✓ Recipe collection created by our chefs and tested by previous guests\n✓ Farm store shopping opportunity \n\nSpecial Features\n\nExclusive private group experience – no other guests\nMeet our truffle-hunting animals including Caesar the Lagotto Romagnolo and Clarence the pig\nFarm-to-table approach using local ingredients and island-grown products\nEducational focus perfect for gardening enthusiasts and unique plant lovers\nTake-home elements including your cheese ball creation and recipe collection\n\n\nWhat Makes This Experience Special\nThis 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. \nThe 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. \n\nPractical Information\n\nGroup Size: Private event (group size accommodated based on booking)\nDuration: 2 hours of immersive experience\nParking: Available on-site\nWeather: Event includes both indoor and outdoor activities\nAccessibility: Please contact us to discuss specific needs\n\n\nWe 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! \nContact Information:\n420 Lowrys Rd\, Parksville\, BC V9P 2B5
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LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Private Chaîne Five-Course Meal Experience
DESCRIPTION:Event Details: \nDate: Saturday\, May 31st\, 2025 \nLocation: 420 Lowrys Rd\, Parksville\, BC V9P 2B5 \nFormat: Private Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Standard Dinner \nPrivate Culinary Experience\nExperience an exclusive Chaîne five-course meal at our truffle farm – a formal dinner prepared to Chaîne des Rôtisseurs standards. This private dining event showcases our Black Périgord Truffles through carefully curated courses with exceptional presentation. \nChaîne des Rôtisseurs Standards\n\nCarefully curated courses featuring our Black Périgord Truffles\nWine pairings selected to complement each course\nExceptional presentation following formal dining protocols\nLocal and seasonal ingredients sourced from the region\n\nPrivate Dining Format\nFive-course formal dinner – prepared to Chaîne des Rôtisseurs standards \nPrivate group experience – exclusive booking \nSeated tasting menu presentation \nBlack Périgord Truffles are cultivated on-site \nLocal harvest ingredients are featured\, and seasonal accompaniments are included \nThe Setting\nLocated at our truffle farm\, this dining experience takes place in an authentic agricultural setting where the featured truffles are cultivated and harvested on-site. \nFeatured Ingredients\n\nBlack Périgord Truffles – grown and harvested at our farm\nLocal harvest seasonal ingredients\nRegional products and accompaniments\n\nWhat to Expect\nThis private Chaîne experience focuses on formal dining excellence\, showcasing our Black Périgord Truffles through five carefully curated courses. Each course follows Chaîne des Rôtisseurs standards with exceptional presentation and wine pairings selected to complement the truffle-focused menu. \nThe private nature of this event ensures an exclusive dining experience for your group\, combining the authenticity of farm-to-table dining with the sophistication of formal culinary presentation. \nEvent Information\nLocation: The Truffle Farm\n420 Lowrys Rd\, Parksville\, BC V9P 2B5 \nReservations required
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