Archive for May, 2010

Local Food Systems: Concepts, Impacts, and Issues

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010
This comprehensive FREE overview of local food systems explores alternative definitions of local food, estimates market size and reach, describes the characteristics of local consumers and producers, and examines early indications of the economic and health impacts of local food systems. There is no consensus on a definition of “local” or “local food systems” in terms of the geographic distance between production and consumption.

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Snacks, the New ‘Meal’ Restaurants Are Serving Up

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010

“Snacks are providing a huge opportunity right now for restaurants ranging from quick service to fine dining,” notes Eric Giandelone, director of foodservice research at Mintel. “By innovating menus with various snacking options, restaurants can boost sales throughout the day and drive guest traffic during non-peak hours.”

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The truth about the European Debt Map revealed…

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

If you needed further information to know how much of a challenge the European debt crisis, look at this…

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European Debt Map
European Debt Map

Job Opportunity: Membership & Groups Development Director Slow Food UK

Monday, May 10th, 2010

JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION

JOB TITLE: Membership & Groups Development Director

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive

TEAM: Memberships Coordinator, Interns

PURPOSE / UNIQUE CONTRIBUTION

Slow Food’s reach and influence depends on implementing a set of engaging messages and relevant activities with our local groups in the organisation’s core thematic areas of biodiversity, knowledge sharing within food communities and taste education. Slow Food UK’s Membership Development Manager will focus primarily on driving the membership of the organisation and supporting local group leaders in all areas of their volunteer work with Slow Food.

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