Carlo Petrini

Developed in Italy, where fresh ingredients and artisanal techniques are prized, the Slow Food movement has rapidly gained a following in North America. In Locavore Adventures, acclaimed New Jersey chef and restaurateur Jim Weaver shares his story of founding the Central New Jersey chapter of Slow Food, connecting local farmers, food producers, and chefs with the public to forge communities that value the region's unique bounty. More than forty recipes will inspire readers to be creative in their own kitchens.