Inspired by the air of spring, the Snails are bringing their passion to our community. Our terroir is filled with gestures and commitments, in this spirit, we are presenting our Snail awardees through a series featuring the passion that animates them. The concept is centered on the presentation of those who keep the good, clean, & fair values alive.

Colleen Hunt, artisan and chef of the seasonality at Bramble, will speak about the passion of their work, share a recipe or tip, and there will be time for sharing and questions. A virtual option to join the event online via Zoom will be available. The event will provide a time to meet and engage with the Slow Food community. The recipe will be available one week before the event on Slow Food Vermont’s website.

Register for in -person event, here. Join Virtual Zoom meeting, here.

Learn more about the Snail of Approval process, here.

Recipe from Colleen Hunt, used for the event

Join us at the Intervale Center for good food, hot drinks, outdoor recreation, and winter fun. Snow or no snow, it’ll be a family-friendly celebration of winter that you won’t want to miss!

Free ski and snowshoe demos (if there’s snow), free fat bike demos, a bonfire and other outdoor activities, and hot chocolate to keep warm (thanks to Lake Champlain Chocolates)

Join us at Hotel Vermont for an after-conference social for an evening of gathering, snacking, and networking!

• Organized by Slow Food Vermont and VT Young Farmers

• Hosted by Hotel Vermont

• Made possible with snacks provided by: 1000 Stone Farm, All Souls Tortillas, Miss Weinerz, Maple Wind Farm, On the Rise Bakery, Sweet Rowan Farmstead, Trent’s Bread, and Vermont Youth Conservation Corps!

Join us for the after-conference social!

We will be tabling at the 2024 NOFA Winter Conference — come find us to learn more about what we are doing in Vermont, become a member, or share your ideas/hopes!

Chief Don Stevens will talk about the Nulhegan Band’s overall Food Security programs which include traditional gathering, Abenaki Land Link and seed banks, and meat production.  Learn what more the tribe is doing for the health of the people and the land. He encourages a healthy question and answer period where participants can learn more about the culture and beliefs and what kind of support would be helpful. The event is free but registration will be required.

Register here. 

Co-sponsored with Charlotte Library and Sustainable Charlotte.

After the NOFA-VT Winter Conference head downtown to Juniper at Hotel Vermont for drinks and light snacks hosted by Slow Food Vermont and the Vermont Young Farmers Coalition. This social event seeks to create community and celebrates food enthusiasts, homesteaders, and farmers. Open to everyone, with plenty of time to continue conversations after the conference and into the night! Donations accepted at the door.

Jennifer and Giacomo, owner Trenchers Farmhouse, just got awarded the Vermont Snail of Approval! Live, from Italy they will present food specialities of Emilia Romagna region.

They will be discussing special artisan products from the region like balsamic Vinegars, Parmigiano Reggiano, specialty salumi, Lambrusco and Pignoletto wine. Enjoy a lively discussion on orchard and vineyard management, family traditions and even some fun Italian saying and gestures.

Register here.

Join us on November 16th from 7-8pm for a virtual presentation given by Mara Welton, Slow Food USA Director of Programs and Slow Food USA State Governor for Vermont. Mara will share the inspiring history of the Slow Food movement, from its origins in Italy to how it spread across the globe as well as the movement's far reaching and visionary programs. She will tell us the story of Slow Food Vermont, and how the mission of promoting good, clean and fair food for all is being nurtured here in the Green Mountains through their many programs and partnerships over the years. Slow Food Vermont has the distinction of being the first Slow Food USA chapter, and truly embodies their mission statement: Vermonters creating community through the celebration of good, clean and fair food for all both locally and globally. The event is being presented in partnership with the Vermont Italian Cultural Association. The event is free but you must register in advance.

Please Register at Vermont Italian Cultural Association.

Learn about apples!

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Learn about bread and explore natural cheese! We will be tasting Parish Hill Creamery's Cornerstone, a naturally ripened raw milk cheese along with delicious, whole grain bread. A perfect combination!

Learn more about the Cornerstone project at https://culturecheesemag.com/article/cornerstone-the-latest-american-original

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Learn about tomatoes!

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Explore natural cheese! We will be tasting Parish Hill Creamery's Cornerstone, a naturally ripended raw milk cheese. Learn more about the Cornerstone project at https://culturecheesemag.com/article/cornerstone-the-latest-american-original

See the full Summervale lineup.

With Moon and Stars and All Souls Tortilleria.

Lear how we can grow an heirloom corn, produce a traditional arepa and help regenerate ecology and community!

See the full Summervale lineup.