Slow Food Movement South Africa

Take it Slow - The Slow food movement of South Africa

The Italian Slow Food Association was founded in 1986 and the international movement was founded in Paris in 1989. The definition contained in the Slow Food Movement manifesto conveys a very clear message. It states that the slow food association is "... a movement for the protection and the right of taste." The Slow Food Movement aims to develop an appreciation of gastronomic cultures throughout the world and to promote an awareness of the relationship between food, the environment and individuals.

The Slow Food Movement focus is on high quality products which are produced locally and support their philosophy of  ".. a harmonious relationship with nature." This is not an organic food society. The slow food society believes in moving away from the fast foods way of life so common in our society today. The society aims to promote "indigenous" foods and to encourage people to slow down and to enjoy life. They support free range products and reject the idea of genetically modified food. 

The International slow food movement is a non-profit association to which anyone can become a member. It is a democratic association based on the voluntary membership of people who seek to balance the production of quality produce and the correct attitude to our natural environment while at the same time safeguarding consumer rights.

By acknowledging that food is a fundamental factor for the health of human beings and by promoting the proper use of food the movement seeks to help improve the relationship of human beings and their environment.