Snail of Approval

Bobolink Dairy and BakehouseSee the recent feature by Slow Food USA
Cherry Grove Farm
Riverine Ranch

A national network of food businesses — restaurants, farms, cafes, bars, wineries, farmers markets, social enterprises — that promote Slow Food values of good, clean and fair food for all.  The goal of the network is to stimulate greater support for these important businesses—by eating, participating, volunteering, patronizing, donating, and spreading the word.

Businesses complete an application and schedule an interview or visit with the Northern New Jersey Slow Food chapter. The Snail of Approval award will be granted based on the application and interview.

The Slow Food USA national chapter then manages a national directory of Snail of Approval awardees. As an awardee you will be:

• Listed on national awardee map and directory
• Highlighted in national marketing campaigns and events
• Spotlighted on local chapter email blasts, social media, and networking events

1. Complete a multiple choice application using the link below. The application should take 20-30 minutes to complete, and should be completed in one sitting. You may preview the application here. 
2. Once your application is received, the Northern New Jersey Slow Food Chapter will reach out to schedule an interview or site visit.
3. Apply anytime! However, our chapter will do the comprehensive review in Feb. 2023 for designation in March 2023.