News & Events

27 november 2018

Are precious white truffles worth the hype — and the price?

It’s high-spending heaven for lovers of white truffles. The aromatic uber-tubers, in season from October through December, are better, more abundant and cheaper than last year’s mostly miserable crop. But “cheaper” is relative. Ordering white truffles in a restaurant can be a minefield of unpleasant surprises. Your wallet might shrink as your waistline explodes. And… Read more »

26 november 2018

2 pounds of truffles sold for $85,000 — here’s the real reason they’re so expensive

How much would you pay for a fungus? Last year, a set of white Alba truffles weighing just under two pounds sold for over 75,000 euros, or over $85,000. (The starting price of a 2018 Mercedes Benz S-Class sedan is $89,900.) Truffles were in short supply that year, but even during a more season some… Read more »

5 july 2018

Summer Fancy Food Show Brings Global Tastes to Big Apple

This month The Specialty Food Association hosted the annual Summer Fancy Food Show at Javits Center to roaring applause. This year gained top points for electrifying presentations from world-renowned vendors from across the planet. The Summer Fancy Food Show is the largest specialty food industry event in North America. Exhibitors showcased the best in delights… Read more »

6 june 2018

Lioni Reveals the Artistry of Exceptional Fresh Mozzarella

Lioni Latticini, Inc. has announced the release of its newly designed La Linea Premium Retail Cup Line. This distinctive premium line of specialty fresh mozzarella cheese is authentic, sophisticated and delicious, and features Lioni’s award-winning Burrata Con Panna and Burrata Con Tartufo products along with Lioni’s Bufala Fresca Mozzarella that is made from the finest,… Read more »

24 may 2018

Nantucket Food Festival

Throwback to the Nantucket Wine & Food Festival Grilling Game with Dole & Bailey Inc & George Kao

21 may 2018

Launch of Ferrari Portofino

Ferrari & Truffles: what a luxurious pairing! Ferrari Portofino night in NYC was all about truffles & Chef Michele Casadei Massari creations!

15 may 2018

Black Truffle Festival Kicks Off Beautifully at Urbani

Earlier this month Urbani Truffles and Grana Padano PDO hosted the official kick-off for the incredible upcoming affair. Elisabetta Serraiotto of Consoizio Grana Padano and Vittorio Giordano of Urbanni Truffles greeted guests to the loveliest evening of the month of May. At the four-course dinner prepared by the talented Chef John De Lucie of Bedford… Read more »

14 may 2018

Black Truffle Festival Kicks Off Beautifully at Urbani

Get ready New York City for a grand June coming ahead with the 2018 Black Truffle Festival. Earlier this month Urbani Truffles and Grana Padano PDO hosted the official kick-off for the incredible upcoming affair. Elisabetta Serraiotto of Consoizio Grana Padano and Vittorio Giordano of Urbanni Truffles greeted guests to the loveliest evening of the month… Read more »

11 may 2018

Best Spring Food Festivals In May And June

First Annual Black Truffle Festival www.urbani.com www.granapadano.it/en-us/default.aspx. See More: NYC’s Best White Truffle, Black Truffle Dishes If you like truffles than you’ll definitely want to keep your calendars open in June. Gran Padano PDO and Urbani Truffles are teaming up from June 14 through 25 for the First Annual Black Truffle Festival. Guests can make… Read more »

26 april 2018

IACC Miami event

Proud to have participated in Italy-America Chamber of Commerce Southeast, Miami “The Authentic Italian Table”!

24 april 2018

Urbani at Coachella event

Coachella is over now, but we’re still feeling the vibes! Check out the pictures from CombsChella private event – presented by nANAjUDY and hosted by Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ sons Christian and Justin, as well as Quincy Brown.

14 april 2018

Team USA got Gold at Bocuse d’Or 2018

USA just won the first edition of the Bocuse d’Or Americas! Matthew Kirkley is a name that all the gastronomy world must mark and remember! The 35 years-old chef has just won the Bocuse d’Or Americas 2018, the American selection of the most prestigious gastronomy contest in the world, held on the 12th and 13th… Read more »