Truffle hunting in Greece’s Meteora region. Credit: Meteora MuseumHunting for truffles in Greece has been a trend for over 15 years now as more and more Greeks seek out the delicious underground mushroom for themselves.
Other than being some of the most delicious, truffles are also among the most expensive products in the international market. They are a rare commodity but can be found in relative abundance in Greece.
In recent years, more and more Greeks are developing a taste for truffles and are willing to pay handsomely for them or even hunt for them.
The price for good-quality truffles in Europe can go as high as 3,000 euros per kilogram (2.1 pounds) while they can be a little higher in the United States.
Searching for and collecting truffles in Greece is basically much like a sport in many ways. Truffle hunting is a great leisure activity, a hobby that can give one a nice extra income.
