Slow Food

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Focusing on the Slow Food movement, this comprehensive study delves into the grassroots organization's philosophy of linking food with community and environmental stewardship. Through three years of ethnographic research at Slow Food's headquarters in Italy, Valeria Siniscalchi uncovers the inner workings of the organization, including daily meetings and decision-making processes. The book highlights the movement's contradictions and complexities, showcasing the dedication of its employees, members, and leaders in promoting a slower, more mindful approach to food.