Slow Food Boulder County
Good food. Good people. A slower, richer way of life.
The Problem
We live in a county surrounded by farms, yet most of us still don't know the name of the person who grew our food. Somewhere between the field and the grocery shelf, we lost the story. Slow Food Boulder County exists to find it again.
Our Mission
We champion food that's good, clean, and fair — and we do it here in Boulder County, through events, education, and a community of people who believe the table is worth gathering around.
Our Story
We were one of the first Slow Food chapters in the U.S., started in 1997 in a teepee outside Boulder. Peggy Markel, inspired by Carlo Petrini and her time in Italy, brought the Slow Food vision home — planting the seed for a movement that’s still growing. Early members raised funds for local food education and supported groups like ¡Cultiva!, where at-risk youth grew and shared organic food with the community.
Who We Are Today
We're not a food elite - we're a food community. Farmers and first-timers, longtime locavores and people just starting to think about where their food comes from. What brings us together is a shared belief that slowing down around food is one of the most meaningful things we can do.
Join Us
If you have taste buds, you’re invited! Become a member though Slow Food USA, choose Slow Food Boulder County under Membership Preferences. Your membership supports our local programs and connects you to a global movement working toward better food for everyone.
Let's gather, learn, and grow — together.
Our Mission
Slow Food Boulder County strives to create a world where all people can eat food that is good for them, good for the people who grow it, and good for the planet.
Our Vision
We envision a future where everyone has access to healthy, delicious, and culturally diverse food. We champion those who grow, produce, and serve locally sourced food, recognizing them as the foundation of a resilient and equitable food system.