Do you know that Molise is the second biggest producer of truffle in Italy? When people talk about this precious mushroom, only few know that Molise actually is one of the largest Italian producer of truffles, especially of the white one. These treasures grow in the foothills of the Matese Mountains, that extend across the whole region in a natural and uncontaminted environment. The truffle is one of the main ingredient of the Molisan couisine and it is used mainly to dress homemade pasta dishes and brushette. If you love good food and outdoors, Molise is the best place to combine both in one unique travel experience that will take you to the discovery of an unspolied and rich land, full of heritage and ancient traditions. I Viaggi dell’Origano invites you to live the real rural emotions in the premium Truffle Hunting Tour to explore and learn the secrets of the priceless truffles and enjoy its unmistakable flavour.

There’s a part of Molise where small and delightful medieval villages are abounding; in here, we can find a tiny gem called La Piana dei Mulini. Located in the Biferno valley at the foothills of the Matese Mountains, this albergo diffuso – or scattered hotel, where rooms and amenities could be located in more than one building – is a historical residence with twelve rooms and a refined restaurant. It is a magnificent structure built in the 18th century entirely in stone; today, it continues to boast the splendour of its past due to a restoration project that has not only recovered the material resources of Molise, but also the traditional values that are at the roots of this territory.

Authenticity, love for the earth and its products, simplicity, pure feelings… these are all part of the treasure that is Piana dei Mulini, not to mention the precious cultural, historical, architectural and scenic riches that surround it. Certainly, their culinary project is inspired out of the gratitude and respect towards mother earth, putting at its core the Molisan identity. This is clearly evidenced in their unique food mesh composed of people, hands, sweat, and culture, all in harmony with nature. In carefully maintained and comfortable rooms furnished with arte povera decorations of simple, yet elegant designs, a luscious breakfast prepared with home-made products is served every morning. In the main room, under beautiful stone vaults, the residence’s restaurant is located; their cuisine is refined, with meals prepared with seasonal products, considering the region’s biodiversity. An emporium of artisanal products made by local farmers and shepherds offers high-quality shopping for those guests who wish to take home a top-grade, exquisite souvenir. When shopping in the emporium, the local economy is reinforced, encouraging a small-scale production that is not mechanized nor industrialized, but nonetheless very active and sustainable. The friends of I Viaggi dell’Origano can find in La Piana dei Mulini a mix of the essences of this small but flourishing area of Molise that is absolutely worth a visit.