It is our mission to protect and promote our local food heritage and to create a robust connection between earth friendly farmers and gardeners, responsible food artisans, our members and the larger community.  We are dedicated to reviving the pleasures of the kitchen and table by embracing a slower rhythm of life.  By celebrating healthy, locally grown, delicious food we promote and preserve the culinary identity and traditions of the region. 

We recognize the value of responsible stewardship of land and water.  We champion the connection between what we eat and the land and water that our food comes from.  We aim to gather and share information about the special culinary heritage of the area.  We are committed to helping all aspects of our local food community.

Our convivium brings to life the values and goals of Slow Food in our area through education and outreach.  We count ourselves among the grassroots of the worldwide movement to champion, celebrate and preserve local food traditions.

GUIDING VALUES

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