Taking Inspiration From the Slow Food Movement
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We love to take part in local events and provide the utmost level of quality to our clients. Forest City Catering takes periodic inspiration from the Slow Food mantra of good, clean and fair food.
One question we get often is what is slow food? Carlo Petrini and a group of activists spearheaded slow food as an alternative to fast food in the 1980s. A snail was chosen as the symbol for this movement as it moves slowly as it eats its way through life. Today, Slow Food is a global movement involving many chapters, including Savannah, GA, and millions of people in over 160 countries. At its core, “Slow Food is food that’s good for us, good for our environment and good for the people who grow, pick and prepare it.” The core values of this movement are to have local food through gastronomical technique and tradition. While the movement of local produce is big, it also strives to educate on local farming and taste education especially through teaching gardening skills in local communities. Breaking it down to its core, good represents quality, flavorsome and healthy food. Clean reflects production that is not harmful to the environment. Lastly, fair resonates with conditions that are equal for consumers and producers at an accessible price. These qualities are seen from farm to table. Slow Food embodies little moments that begin at the table. Now if slow food isn’t sparking joy, we also have some early ideas for wonderful Spring veggie and fruit-focused recipes (no matter what happened on Groundhog’s day). Honey Roasted Apricots Beautifully orange in color, apricots flavors are enhanced by grilling and leave a smokey flavor upon reaching such high heat temperatures. Farro with Artichokes and Herb Salad Boasting one of the highest antioxidant counts of any food, artichokes are not only healthy but flavorful. The rich nutty flavor of the artichoke shines through in pairing with the farro and tarragon salad. Avocado, Orange & Jicama Salad This avocado salad excites us because it brings together maximum flavors with minimum ingredients. Carrot Salad with Harissa, Feta & Mint Smitten Kitchen's brings together a dish that kickstarts your taste buds with a hot spicy punch that is later balanced by the cooling of the fresh mint. |
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Bibimbap
A favorite amongst our guests, here at Chef David cuisine, the bibimbap, a Korean traditional dish, is the perfect mix of color, flavor and texture through a combination of rice, seasoned vegetables, meat, egg, and a variety of other toppings.
Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
The combination of beets and goat cheese is hard to beat. Top the salad with walnuts and the crunch ties together to make a classic toss for any afternoon event.
Pasta Primavera
True to its name, Pasta Primavera is a great way to highlight spring vegetables. These vegetables benefit greatly from a quick roasting before incorporation.
Sweat Pea Dip
While the avocado toast is a frontrunner to the food trends, we think adding this sweat pea dip as a spread to toasts will offer a nice alternative. Blended together, it is light, creamy, and fresh to ones palate.
Blueberry Lime Curd Tart
Spring time is the perfect time to pick some juicy berries. What better way to showcase berries than within a tart.
Rhubarb Tarte Tatin
While rhubarb is technically a vegetable, in many cases it is more likely used in desserts. When added with sugar, it can take on the notes of summer berries.
So whether you’re looking to host an event that incorporates the qualities of slow food or springtime delicacies, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
A favorite amongst our guests, here at Chef David cuisine, the bibimbap, a Korean traditional dish, is the perfect mix of color, flavor and texture through a combination of rice, seasoned vegetables, meat, egg, and a variety of other toppings.
Beet & Goat Cheese Salad
The combination of beets and goat cheese is hard to beat. Top the salad with walnuts and the crunch ties together to make a classic toss for any afternoon event.
Pasta Primavera
True to its name, Pasta Primavera is a great way to highlight spring vegetables. These vegetables benefit greatly from a quick roasting before incorporation.
Sweat Pea Dip
While the avocado toast is a frontrunner to the food trends, we think adding this sweat pea dip as a spread to toasts will offer a nice alternative. Blended together, it is light, creamy, and fresh to ones palate.
Blueberry Lime Curd Tart
Spring time is the perfect time to pick some juicy berries. What better way to showcase berries than within a tart.
Rhubarb Tarte Tatin
While rhubarb is technically a vegetable, in many cases it is more likely used in desserts. When added with sugar, it can take on the notes of summer berries.
So whether you’re looking to host an event that incorporates the qualities of slow food or springtime delicacies, don’t hesitate to reach out to us.