Slow Food South Australia Snail of Approval Program

This international recognition program aims to inspire farmers, growers, producers, chefs, restaurant/café owners, food artisans and food outlets to use and promote the Slow Food principles of Good, Clean and Fair food from our regions.

Snail of Approval applicants must demonstrate their business is achieving or working towards the Slow Food Manifesto, as outlined below, for quality defined by the three principles of Good, Clean, and Fair.  Applicants are also required to demonstrate connection and awareness of Slow Food values through their contribution to the plate, planet, people and culture.

“To change the world, you have to change the menu first”
 

Quality, flavoursome and healthy food that is part of our regions

• Seasonal variations are reflected
• Production continues, develops, or creates tradition and craft

Food production and consumption with low impact on the environment, that does not harm animal welfare or our health

• Environmentally sustainable practices in all areas of the business are taken into serious consideration
• Production processes aim to protect ecosystems, the environment, human and animal health and welfare

Accessible prices for consumers and fair conditions and pay for producers and their workers

• Production has fair labour practices and respects cultural diversity
• The business charges fair prices for both consumer and producer and is financially sustainable

• Commitment to local sourcing
• Commitment to food biodiversity 
• Communicate information on provenance and sourcing to their consumers
• Encourage taste and food education around how our daily choices impact our local economy and environment
• Contribute to the uniqueness and richness of our local food community

The Snail of Approval recognition includes the following benefits:

• Snail of Approval certificate and window sticker can be displayed at your place of business
• Use of the Slow Food Snail of Approval logo on menus and/or publicity materials in accordance with our guidelines
• Listing on the Slow Food South Australia website directory of recognised businesses
• Slow Food operates in over 160 countries. Many people worldwide realise the significance of the snail and often choose to patronise establishments that comply with Slow Food principles

Who can apply?

Producers, chefs and businesses must be members of Slow Food South Australia and support the philosophy of Good, Clean and Fair food. Nominations can come from producers, farmers, growers, chefs, restaurant/café owners, food artisans and food outlets.

What does it cost?

There is no cost to apply other than your Slow Food Membership fee.

How to apply

Contact us at snail@slowfoodsouthaustralia.com.au and we will send you an application form. Once we receive your form and you meet the application criteria, you will be contacted by a Slow Food South Australia representative who will arrange a site visit to complete the application process.