First Slow Food Ceramics Community Launches in Grottaglie, Puglia

In Grottaglie, Puglia, the inaugural Slow Food Community focused on ceramics has been launched to advance the philosophy of "good, clean, and fair" in the realm of ceramic art. Franco Peluso, the community's representative, highlighted the necessity of safeguarding local traditions and aiding small-scale producers. Grottaglie is known for its functional ceramics, which encompass a range of items designed for specific purposes. On December 6, an international event that merges ceramics with gastronomy will take place in London at La Fromagerie, featuring chef Alessandro Grano, who will prepare a menu using Apulian ingredients cooked in ceramics and served on Grottaglie dishes. The initiative includes various chefs from the Slow Food Chef's Alliance. Founded by Carlo Petrini, Slow Food promotes the transformation of the food system and the preservation of biodiversity.