Flavorpill: What effect has the economy had on the Slow Food movement both globally and here in the US? Has it actually helped?

Josh Viertel: People are tired of fake things; lots of us are hung-over from fake wealth. We want something with substance. A meal at home with friends or family used to be an unlikely special occasion. Now it is becoming the normal way to socialize, the normal way we eat. People are cooking from scratch, canning, and gardening. And, why not? A sixty-dollar investment in a garden can yield $600 in produce. It is healthy. It keeps you connected to your environment. It makes economic sense. And, most of all, it’s fun. Read More »