Trompette de la Mort, Fresh

Trompette de la Mort is French for “Trumpet of death.” This wild mushroom is, in fact, trumpet-shaped – Its cap is thin and gently ruffled, its colour ranges from dark gray to black. The flavour is rich, deep and somewhat nutty. Also called Black Chanterelle and Horn of Plenty, these mushrooms can be found fresh from August to May and in Autumn.