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philosophy
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slow food
Recognizing that the enjoyment of
wholesome food is essential to the pursuit of happiness,
Slow Food U.S.A. is
an educational organization dedicated to stewardship of the land and
ecologically sound food production; to the revival of the kitchen and the
table as centers of pleasure, culture, and community; to the invigoration
and proliferation of regional, seasonal culinary traditions; and to living a
slower and more harmonious rhythm of life.
Sustainability
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recognizing the
interdependence of people with one another and with our environment
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caring for the land and
protecting biodiversity for today's communities and future generations
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promoting pure food that
is local, seasonal and organically grown
Cultural Diversity
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recognizing food as a
language that expresses cultural diversity
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preserving the myriad
traditions of the table
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cultivating and
reinvigorating a sense of community and place
Pleasure and Quality in Everyday
Life
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celebrating the diverse
expressions of our earth's bounty
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appreciating and
encouraging creativity, passion and beauty
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respecting and supporting
artisans who grow, produce, market, prepare and serve wholesome food
Inclusiveness
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following democratic
principles in a spirit of sharing and service
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educating members and
others about Slow Food's mission
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dedicating ourselves to
local cooperation and global collaboration
Authenticity and Integrity
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insuring our values are
embodied by all staff, board members and convivium leaders
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manifesting these values
in all of our events, projects and publications
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committing ourselves to
partnerships with like-minded individuals and organizations
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