Slow Food Asheville

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A Bit of History on the North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash

A Bit of History on the North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash

May 6, 2018 by Abby Landry

The North Georgia Candy Roaster Squash also referred to as the Candy Roaster Squash is known for its sweet flavor hence the word, “candy” in the name. This variety has a history native to the areas surrounding the Cherokee tribes of North Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee.  The Cherokee tribes of the Southern Appalachian regions first […]

Community, Heritage Food Project

Asheville Bread Festival

Asheville Bread Festival

April 16, 2018 by Abby Landry

Bread Fest Call for Volunteers Interested in participating in the 14th Annual Asheville Bread Festival? We are seeking bread-lovers and folks that care about sustainable food systems to help with this hugely popular Asheville event. The day will begin with a Bread Fair at New Belgium Brewery. Over 25 artisans will share their delicious breads […]

Community, Events, Heritage Food Project, News & Announcements, Recipes Tagged: Asheville Bread Festival, Bakers, Bread, Grains, slow food asheville, Spring events

Plant A Seed Campaign

Plant A Seed Campaign

March 24, 2018 by Abby Landry

Slow Food USA believes that food is one cause of climate change. Food production is responsible for one fifth the world’s greenhouse gas emissions; BUT Slow Food USA also believes that food is a victim of the issue and wants to spread the word about how food and planting seeds can be a solution to […]

Community, Heritage Food Project, News & Announcements, Newsletter Archives Tagged: garden kits, heirloom seeds, heirloom squash, heritage food project, plant a seed, slow food asheville, slow food usa

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Who We Are

Slow Food Asheville is a local chapter, or “convivium,” of the international Slow Food movement. Local groups are called “convivia” because they bring together, in a convivial and enjoyable way, people who love food and traditions. Our convivium was founded in March, 2003.

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