This wonderful international organisation is not a business or marketing organisation, but gives all members the opportunity to appreciate the wonderful diversity of food available to us. It's open to everyone - producer and consumer, young and old. I would love to see many more Irish members because we really do have a rich heritage which is all too fast being lost. For example how many present day farmers remember any member of the family making butter or many other products? By supporting those who are working and trying to make a living doing some things without mass production. Small can be beautiful even in food production!
The first national SLOW Food event was held here in West Cork in March 2003 and many other events are planned on an ongoing basis in Cork, Dublin, and Kerry, so check the Slow Food Ireland website. The convivium leaders are more than helpful and you really will enjoy any event you decide to attend.
On the West Cork front, we don't get a chance to get to some of the events because of the pressures we're under, but they're always good fun. The West Cork Convivium leader is Clodagh McKenna. Get in touch with her if you have any queries.