Snail of Approval, Slow Food in Sonoma County

Slow Food in Sonoma County awards the Snail of Approval to local restaurants, farms/ranches and producers who are making a significant contribution to improving the food system. By celebrating these model providers, Slow Food in Sonoma County highlights the importance of the Slow Food philosophy of good, clean and fair food for all people. Snail of Approval is an international program that we run locally in partnership with Slow Food USA. Slow Food in Sonoma County is a partnership of two local chapters, Russian River and Sonoma County North.

Standards

Good food is fundamental: food must taste good and be good for us, local and seasonal are priorities.

Clean food is produced in a manner that does not harm the environment, animal welfare, or our health.

Fair food means ensuring accessible prices for consumers, as well as fair conditions and pay for small-scale producers.

Applications open from January 1 through October 31.

The business must be open at least one year to apply.

Who Should Apply?

Any food-related business in Sonoma County that is pursuing and practicing Slow Food values of good, clean and fair food for all.

How do I start?

The first step in the process is to complete the National Application.

Slow Food Snail of Approval Application

You will not be able to save your progress as you go. It is best to preview the application at the link below so you are prepared to complete the application in one sitting.

Snail of Approval Application Preview

What comes next?

Upon submittal of the application an in person review will be scheduled to learn more about your business practices. At this point we ask that you submit our one-time $35 application fee. Pay below or mail your check payable to Slow Food, c/o Mark Crapeau, 985 Lupine Ct, Healdsburg, CA 95448.