Terra Madre is a gathering of the Slow Food community from all over the world.
What is Terra Madre?
Held every two years in Turin, Italy, delegates are selected to represent their country at Terra Madre. Not for nothing is it called the “Olympics of the Food World.”
Terra Madre is an odd and enchanting place—equal parts dreamland, thrill ride, and movable feast. The colors, sights, and scents of people engaged by the thousand in food politics, biodiversity, human rights, sustainable farming, responsible consuming, and delicious eating are both overwhelming and exhilarating. Delegates come together to be invigorated by the important work of others and to listen, taste, smell, and see things.
Midwest Delegation
Slow Food Chicago provided crucial travel stipends to Turin for delegates from Illinois. Our 2024 delegation includes farmers, chefs, beekeepers, meat producers, activists, advocates, and more. We were one of only a few U.S. chapters able to provide this type of assistance. If you are a member of Slow Food Chicago, or attend any of our events, then you've already helped us raise funds toward this endeavor. Thank you!
