This isn't the first time we've discussed the various events and fairs surrounding the black truffle of Aragon, nor will it be the last. While the different fairs and festivals held throughout Aragon certainly put the black truffle front and center, their importance extends far beyond gastronomy. They are cultural events that celebrate the richness of the soil, key to the quality of the black truffle produced , and the skill of the local growers.
In this article we want to review the different fairs and events that take place throughout the year, show their unique features and invite you to visit them to learn more about our region and, of course, the black truffle of Aragon, which you can also buy on our website .
The production of black truffles in Aragon
In 2022, Spain established itself as the world's leading producer of black truffles, Tuber melanosporum , with a production of 120 tons, four times more than Italy and three times more than France. This boom, particularly notable in Aragon, benefits local farmers and places Spain at the forefront of international haute cuisine.
The black truffle, with prices reaching up to 1,500 euros per kilo , has become a coveted "black diamond" that highlights the quality and contribution of Spain to the global market of this exquisite gastronomic delicacy.
The town of Sarrión in Teruel leads the way, representing 80% of the total production in Spain, Graus in Huesca, a territory where more than 350 people are dedicated to this crop , or the lands surrounding Moncayo , in Zaragoza, make the Aragonese territory a clear reference in the production of black truffle not only in Spain, but internationally, and put the high quality of the black truffle of Aragon on the map.
January: Truffle Fair of the province of Zaragoza, in Vera del Moncayo
The year of trade fairs begins on January 13th and 14th, 2024, in Vera de Moncayo, with its Truffle Fair . Its content is technical, although tastings are included, and always with the focus on putting the production of the Moncayo region on the map and striving to maintain Aragon's position as a leader in the production of black truffles.
January: Dryland Truffle Fair, in Torre de las Arcas, Teruel
Torre de las Arcas celebrates the 4th edition of its Dryland Truffle Fair on January 13th , highlighting its local treasure: the dryland black truffle. The event aims to showcase the town and its excellent natural conditions for cultivating this prized fungus, which is becoming a symbol of its identity. The day, focused on gastronomy, will culminate with a fideuà exquisitely seasoned with black truffle, introducing the public to the unique qualities of this valuable product and solidifying Torre de las Arcas's position as a leader in truffle production.
February: Agri-food Days of the Black Truffle of the Campo de Daroca region, in Teruel
The Daroca Black Truffle Festival will be held in Daroca on February 10th and 11th, 2024. The festival includes talks and competitions focused on the role of the black truffle in Aragon.
November: the Graus Truffle Fair, in the oldest market in the country
Just as the black truffle season begins, various fairs are held in Aragon where you can discover and buy black truffles from Aragon.
In the town of Graus, in Huesca, they celebrate their Truffle Fair every Saturday during black truffle season. The town is a national leader in fresh truffles and its main square hosts the oldest market in Spain.
December: International Truffle Fair in Sarrión (Teruel)
Sarrión, the world capital of black truffles, hosts its International Truffle Fair (Fitruf) every December , recognized as the world's most important event focused on this prized fungus . The 2023 edition, held from December 7th to 9th, marked a milestone by selling its black truffle production at an impressive price of €1,500 per kilo .
The fair, featuring 44 exhibitors, is renowned for its extensive gastronomic offerings centered around the black truffle of Aragon. Around 20,000 people visited the fair, which combined a professional presence with the appeal of a wider audience thanks to the food stalls offering truffle-infused tapas for three euros each, as well as various talks. Considered the "world capital of truffles," the fair not only celebrates the exquisite quality of the product but also highlights the effectiveness of truffle cultivation as an economic driver and a key element in maintaining the population in the Gúdar-Javalambre region.
December: Black Truffle Exhibition at the Sástago Palace (Zaragoza)
Sástago, Zaragoza, hosts its Black Truffle Fair during the first weeks of December . The Zaragoza Provincial Council, the Agri-Food Research and Technology Centre of Aragon (CITA), and the Association of Truffle Growers of the Zaragoza Region (Truzarfa) organize an event that includes a market and sale of truffles and related products, with the participation of a dozen exhibitors. This year's edition also features technical talks, a roundtable discussion with chefs, and an interactive area that engages the senses with aromas and textures.
Conclusion
These fairs not only strengthen Aragon's position as a leader in truffle production, but also promote tourism and international collaboration in the culinary field. Each fair brings its own unique character , but all share the common purpose of celebrating the black truffle, that treasure that makes Aragon an unmissable destination for food lovers.
Whether you decide to buy your black truffle from Aragon at one of the fairs we show you in this article or on our website, don't forget to take a look at the different ways you can preserve them .
