Slow Food is good, clean and fair food.

The Slow Food Mission

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Snail of Approval

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The Snail of Approval is an international recognition program for food producers, artisans, retail outlets, restaurants and cafes that clearly demonstrate a philosophy of adopting earth friendly practices.

Slow Food Saddleback has had an annual program of Snail of Approval Awards since 2019. The awards recognise local businesses, producers, restaurants and providers who follow the Slow Food principles of good, clean and fair food. The awards also recognise a concentration on recycling, sustainability and regeneration. Applicants are required to demonstrate all or most of these criteria.

A list of 2023-2024 awardees can be found here.

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Latest News

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Celebration Dinner at Silica Restaurant in Kiama will be held on Wednesday 23 October 2024. This event is for Slow Food Saddleback members only.

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Join us to create and share a delicious brunch on Sunday 22 September. This event is for Slow Food Saddleback members only.

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It's time to renew your Slow Food Saddleback membership for 2024-2025.

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