It is funghi porcini time in Bagni di Lucca.
There are stands beside the road where you can buy these delicious mushrooms.
As you can see they come in all shapes and sizes. I prefer the smaller ones. When they are very fresh I like them best raw, thinly sliced, with a squeeze of lemon. They can be deep fried, or added to pasta or risotto…just eat them while they are available.
Look for them in local restaurants and fruit and vegetable shops and markets right now. If you are brave you can hunt for them yourself in the forests. Go with an experienced gatherer…you don’t want to pick the wrong ones.
Bella Bagni di Lucca 
We have noticed the amazing shapes, sizes and colours. They look delicious.
I pick them here too, the best. I have seen them in restaurants in Italy and they were always so very expensive… 😉
They are not too expensive in our area. They have quite a strong flavour, so you don’t need a lot.
I have just cooked a delicious casserole using beef, onions, carrots, pepperoncini, funghi porcini and a good dose of red wine with plenty of fresh herbs…heavenly!!!! Not 100% Italian, but I do believe in fusion, eclectic cooking. Just using good, fresh ingredients…
I wish I had been there to share that meal.