About Us

What is Slow Food?

Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is part of a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members in over 150 countries, which links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.

The mission of the local convivium, or chapter, Slow Food Coshocton, is to build a strong healthy community through food by:

• informing and educating about access to locally produced fresh food
• encouraging sustainable practices and biodiversity in the production of our food
• supporting the local economy by supporting local producers
• exploring the cultural, social and pleasurable benefits of eating local foods 

Slow Food is Good, Clean, and Healthy

Good: 

The word good can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. For Slow Food, the idea of good means enjoying delicious food created with care from healthy plants and animals. The pleasures of good food can also help to build community and celebrate culture and regional diversity.

Clean:

When we talk about clean food, we are talking about nutritious food that is as good for the planet as it is for our bodies. It is grown and harvested with methods that have a positive impact on our local ecosystems and promotes biodiversity.

Fair:

We believe that food is a universal right. Food that is fair should be accessible to all, regardless of income, and produced by people who are treated with dignity and justly compensated for their labor.


Slow Food Coshocton Board:

President:  Alan Roberts
Vice President:  Chad Guess
Treasurer:  Robin Mullet
Secretary:  Holli Rainwater
Board Members at Large:  Mike Cichon, Marge Ditsler, Kevin Rainwater

You can contact the Slow Food Coshocton Board at slowfoodcosh@gmail.com.