About Us

Slow Food Guiding Principles

Sustainability

• recognizing the interdependence of people with one another and with our environment
• caring for the land and protecting biodiversity for today's communities and future generations
• promoting pure food that is local, seasonal and organically grown

Cultural Diversity

• recognizing food as a language that expresses cultural diversity
• preserving the myriad traditions of the table
• cultivating and reinvigorating a sense of community and place

Pleasure and Quality in Everyday Life

• celebrating the diverse expressions of our earth's bounty
• appreciating and encouraging creativity, passion and beauty
• respecting and supporting artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food

Inclusiveness

• following democratic principles in a spirit of sharing and service
• educating members and others about Slow Food's mission
• dedicating ourselves to local cooperation and global collaboration

Authenticity and Integrity

• insuring our values are embodied by all staff, board members and convivium leaders
• manifesting these values in all of our events, projects and publications
• committing ourselves to partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizations