Chapter 26
A Civilized HuntAll four of the visitors from Genoa had no trouble falling quickly to sleep that night. They were still tired from their own work at Ristorante Girasole and counted on this first night in Alba to catch up.
The next morning, Rita and Stefano awoke relaxed and rejuvenated. They were here on a mission, and it was one of their favorite missions on the calendar. Here, that day, they would “harvest” their own truffles and set up a fall menu that the people of Genoa would cheer for months to come.
Nicki awoke restless. She had not yet connected with Francesco, her real reason for the trip to Alba. She showered and slipped into comfortable clothes and even more comfortable shoes, knowing that the day would mean much walking and standing.
Paolo slept fitfully and was
