Slow Food USA is coming to Encinitas

Slow Food USA will have a membership booth available at the Encinitas Farmers Market from 4-8 p.m. Oct. 8. Slow Food USA has a goal of 2,500 new or renewing members and an international goal of 10,000 new or renewing members.

If you care about local farmers, ranchers, fisheries; animal welfare; the joy of a shared meal; preserving food culture; and protecting or avoiding GMOs — Slow Food USA has a place for you at its table. Slow Food USA is part of the global Slow Food network of more than 150,000 members in more than 150 countries. Its mission as an international grass-roots membership organization is good, clean and fair food for all.

Conviviality is central to its mission. Slow Food USA is a global community, connecting people to the land and teaching others through local projects, educational events, and shared meals.

Slow Food USA becomes a catalyst for change by sharing the joy of Slow Food and prioritizing wholesome living over convenience. Visit www.slowfoodusa.org.