Red Hill Truffles

16/06/2026

Hello Trufflers
That's me at the side of the photo of our pavilion - listening.
As the youngest member of the team I am used to being told to "listen and learn" sometimes followed by a loud SIT!
There's was one day when I overheard a conversation with grandparents lamenting that children should do the same.
I know you will understand it's not easy when there's a whole farm out there, WITH TRUFFLES.
But I am proud to say I have paid attention and I'm now officially prepared to hunt truffles as a true professional.
Learning about the old family farm like the pavilion is always worth sitting still for. It was a hay shed back in the day. It was transformed with wood from the farm (the feature wall is amazing), local iron work and the best view of all the truffle trees, and sometimes soaring eagles.
Listening to our hunt visitors is just fun especially when they follow me or Maddie to smell truffles in the ground, dig them up, smell them again and describe the smell. There's everything from chocolate and mushrooms to beetroot, really.
I learnt that truffles smell and taste different to everyone.
Truffle season is the best.

Lizzie, Truffler & Gold Star Listener (mostly)



Mornington Peninsula Produce Mornington Peninsula

12/06/2026

Hello
Now that the winter truffle season is officially underway I'm sharing some tips for fellow (canine) hunters when photographers are visiting your farm.
These moments were captured by Julien Reverchon from Reine & La Rue working with Head Chef Andy Roche ahead of Truffle Sundays at the restaurant.
As you can see, sitting calmly while a truffle find is investigated works well.
Other times, when guests unearthing truffles are front and centre, you might need to be creative to ensure you remain in shot.
Staying focussed on your work makes the photographer's job that much easier, but always be yourself so your personality shines through.
If you haven't booked a truffle hunt now's the time. www.redhilltruffles.com/hunts
Special thanks to Julien.

Maddie, Chief Truffle Hunter



Mornington Peninsula Produce

06/06/2026

Dear Trufflers
Welcome to winter on the farm.
Jenny & Maddie had fun on an early hunt with chefs Andy Roche and Michael Greenlaw from Edition Hospitality restaurants ahead of the official start to the season.
Make your booking for a hunting and truffle tasting adventure at www.redhilltruffles.com/hunts and you will understand why we love our jobs.
We can't wait for you to visit.
📸Julien Reverchon 🙏

Lizzie, Junior Truffler




Mornington Peninsula Produce Mornington Peninsula Reine & La Rue NOMAD Melbourne

03/06/2026

We are saddened to share news that Simone & family at Canine Truffle Hunting and Training have said their final goodbyes to this remarkable truffle hunter.
We were fortunate to have Kovu (and Simone) join us to lead truffle hunts in the past few years.
Kovu, with his movie-star looks and winning smile, was an incredibly talented hunter attuned to Simone's every word, command and gesture - their partnership and knowledge always something to behold.
Truffle farmers are entirely dependent on skilled canine detectors to find the buried treasure. Their loss as workers and companions is profound.
We will all miss Kovu.
Deepest sympathies to his family.


Mornington Peninsula Australian Truffle Industry Association

31/05/2026

Dear friends
Those living on the Mornington Peninsula may know that our friend, truffle guide & recipe developer Fiona Hammond Food has just launched a food & wine journal with Adrian Lander Photography & Ed Merrison.
We're excited that Gather MP includes some recipes for cooking with truffles at home and a story on the famous Italian white Alba truffles.
Fiona took these pictures on a special hunt near San Miniato in Italy where she met Fiuto (in the photo). His clever name translates to "the act of sniffing."
You can read about her experience in the journal, which is available to purchase at the farm.
To enjoy your own truffle adventure now that the winter season is here choose from a range of options available on our website.

Maddie & Lizzie, Canine Trufflers



Mornington Peninsula Produce Mornington Peninsula

30/05/2026

Hi Trufflers
This could be you next weekend - having the best time at Mornington Peninsula Wine in
As well as connecting with so many amazing local wineries you can stop by our stand to indulge in some truffle tastes with our soup, cheesey toasties and creamy cannoli.
So many reasons to

Mornington Peninsula

28/05/2026

Hello
Followers who remember our Thomas, , might see some resemblance in this old drawing discovered by Reine & La Rue's Julien Reverchon.
Thomas would happily have been seated at any table.
He would also have enjoyed showing Head Chef Andy Roche and Culinary Director Michael Greenlaw around the truffiere as much as we did.
The sound fantastic (no hunting hounds in attendance).
Say hello from us when you make a booking at Reine & La Rue.

Maddie & Lizzie, following in Thomas' footsteps

28/05/2026

Hello trufflers
As winter is only days away we were very excited to discover we, "trusty spaniels" at Red Hill Truffles, were included in these great recommendations from Time Out Australia
It's a perfect time to visit the farm with the leaves changing colour in the truffiere (truffle orchard).
As the season begins we sometimes joke that we can smell truffles from the front door. FYI canine noses are 1000s of times more sensitive to scents than humans.
Visit our website to choose a winter hunt with delicious truffle tasting options and the opportunity to meet us!

Maddie & Lizzie, Canine Trufflers

#红山松露
Australian Truffle Industry Association
Mornington Peninsula Produce
Mornington Peninsula
Victoria Tourism Industry Council - VTIC
Australia.com

Truffle season is here! 😍 Australia is home to some of the world's finest truffle farms, where you can unearth "black gold" with highly trained truffle dogs and then enjoy exclusive tastings 🤤 Tag someone you want to go truffle hunting with!

Read more via the link in the comments 🔗

24/05/2026

Hello Trufflers (new favourite word)
Some special visitors on a recent hunt before we started getting organised for our winter season.
They are proof of the power of truffles to make people smile and gaze in wonder at the lumpy, dirty, smelly treasure they have excavated from the ground.
The smiles were even bigger when eating the truffles on what they said was an amazing creamy potato dish (we were not offered any).
Book your truffle hunting adventure at redhilltruffles.com/hunts
We would love to see your smiles.

Maddie & Lizzie, Canine Trufflers

#红山松露 Mornington Peninsula Produce Mornington Peninsula

21/05/2026

Hello Trufflers
I can't wait to show you everything I have been learning when you come on a truffle hunt this winter.
That's me in the middle, paying careful attention to everything Jenny is explaining to our special guests about truffle hunting canines and truffles. (Thank you Julianne for the photo).
I did overhear my hunting skills being praised.
Maddie and I are excited about our winter work.
Book your truffle hunt here: redhilltruffles.com/hunts

Lizzie, Canine Truffler*
* I discovered that "Trufflers" can be dogs (or pigs) and people who hunt for truffles.

#红山松露

Mornington Peninsula Produce
Mornington Peninsula
Victoria Tourism Industry Council - VTIC