Winter CHanterelle

Craterellus tubaeformis 

Grey Leg Chanterelle, Trumpet Chanterelle

Season: August - February

Peak: September - November

 
 
 

Winter Chanterelle exhibits a unique and enchanting trumpet-like shape with a hollow, tube-like structure. Its coloration ranges from a vibrant yellow to shades of brown, often displaying darker ridges on the cap.

They can be found in various regions across North America, Europe, and Asia, typically in forests where they form mutualistic relationships with both coniferous and deciduous trees. The emergence of Craterellus tubaeformis occurs during the autumn and winter months.

Winter Chanterelles offer a delightful sweet blend of arboreal flavours with subtle hints of pepper, adding depth and complexity. The unique trumpet-like shape and hollow structure of Craterellus tubaeformis make it an interesting and visually appealing ingredient.