In 'Pig', a truffle foraging pig named Pig is stolen from a reclusive chef named Rob. Devastated by the loss, Rob embarks on a journey through the streets of Portland, Oregon to find Pig and uncover the truth behind her disappearance. Along the way, he encounters various individuals and dives deep into the city's culinary underworld. As Rob delves into his past and confronts his own demons, he discovers that the search for Pig is about much more than just a stolen animal.
Annie and Peter Mayle decide, in their own words, to take the plunge: they quit their jobs as a tax investigator and an advertising executive and move to Provence in the south of France. Their experience in their first month go from outstanding to downright puzzling. They adore the food and wine but do encounter amusing cultural barriers from the lengthy discussion every time they go to the butcher, to the plumber who promises to come back but is unseen for the the next month. They also learn that their old friends in England are lining up to visit them in the summer.
The Truffle Hunters is a documentary that provides an intimate look into the lives of truffle hunters in Northern Italy. It explores their unique relationship with nature, their dogs, and the precious truffles they search for in the forests. The film captures the beauty of the snowy landscapes and the perseverance of these hunters as they navigate the cold hills in search of their prized treasure.
Mix Up in the Mediterranean follows twin brothers who impersonate each other in a cooking competition, leading to hilarious mix-ups and romantic entanglements. As they navigate trust issues, financial difficulties, and sabotage attempts, they discover the true meaning of loyalty and the power of love. This heartwarming story takes place in beautiful locations like Malta and Alaska, and culminates in an exciting competition to determine the winner.
Two Smart People is a comedy crime movie from 1946. It follows the story of a con man and his partner as they get involved in various schemes and adventures. Along the way, they encounter hidden loot, blackmail, art forgery, and a princess costume. The movie is set in Texas, Mexico, and New Orleans-Louisiana, and features elements of romance and drama.
KNOW YOUR MUSHROOMS follows uber myco visionaries Gary Lincoff and Larry Evans (two of the more expert and unforgettably mercurial characters in the community) as they lead us on a hunt for the wild mushroom and the deeper cultural experiences attached to the mysterious fungi.
There is a fortune buried deep in the ancient forests surrounding the small town of Falls City, Oregon...but only a few men know how to find it. For 10 weeks every year, they are on the hunt for one of the most expensive foods in the world, a delicacy that the Roman emperor Nero dubbed the "Food of the Gods:" black truffles. For the foragers of Oregon, truffles are more valuable than gold. For the first time ever, we've gained exclusive access to a secret underworld of foragers and backwoods entrepreneurs. This season, an historic drought ravages Oregon, choking off the usually abundant wild black truffle crop, and winter arrives early. With the truffle supply at an all time low, the price is predicted to hit an all time high. With increased competition between the foragers and even more diggers seeking riches, the truffle men of Oregon will be pushed to their limits to survive.
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