MUSHROOM HUNTING WITH PAOLO ARRIGO

“If you go down to the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise….” was the Pasta Grannies refrain a few weeks ago. We went foraging for porcini with mushroom expert Paolo Arrigo of Franci Seeds and his mum Teresa. They may live in England but they’re still very Italian when it comes to food and finding the best porcini for their risotto. So here are Paolo's top tips on how to pick them.