SFO is proud to sponsor a free film series.
Two dates. Two films each day. Two opportunities at the Hawaii State Art Museum to envision what sustainability means for Hawaii.
Saturday, January 20, 11:15 am - 1:15 pm
LOWER ORDERS
FARMING THE SEAS
Saturday, February 17, 11:15 am - 1:15 pm
TURTLE WORLD
AFFLUENZA
Local and sustainable Mini food tasting by Ed Kenney of TOWN.
Hawaii State Art Museum
1 Hotel Street (cor. Richard Street and Hotel)
Free ... No reservations
In this series of films, Slow Food Oahu presents four views on the subject of sustainability of our resources and lifestyles. These films reflect on the future of our planet and the fate of the human race if we ignore the consequences of wasteful practices. These films provide valuable insights into the importance of sustainable living on isolated islands. Our island home and its unique geographic location provide a good experiment for the benefits of sustainable living. Oahu is a microcosm of the world and the collapse of our local economy and environment occur with greater rates as a direct result of size and distance. Hawaii is the world's most isolated landmass and is overly dependent on imported goods for our survival. Modifying our economy to embrace a more self-sufficient existence will create a better future for all our residents.
January 20th
Lower Orders is a humorous, animated look at the food chain. An eclectic group of insects feeds off the garbage of a restaurant and try to invade the dining room ... until they find they are food for another creature.
Farming the seas investigates the viability of the global food chain and the sustainability of the oceans' fisheries. Market demand for seafood exceeds the ocean's ability to keep pace and the crisis is deepening. Aquaculture was intended to take the pressure off wild fish stocks and help avert a global food shortage. Many experts now believe some forms of fish farming are creating more problems than they are solving. Farming the seas explores what's at stake for all of us. As the aquaculture industry explodes across the globe, a growing number of communities and fisheries experts are engaged in an intense debate over its environmental, socio-economic, and health and food safety consequences. Farming the seas gathers perspectives from around the globe as it examines the problems as well as promises of this emerging industry.
February 17th
Turtle world is a silent short that is a powerful allegory about the survivability of Homo sapiens. In this highly acclaimed animated film, a lone sea turtle travels through space, her breath creating a whole new atmosphere. This becomes filled with forests, rivers, mountains and enterprising monkeys ... so enterprising that they are forced to learn about sustainability the hard way.
The final film, Affluenza, diagnoses the "disease" of materialism and prescribes it antidote, simple living. Consumerism, commercialism, and rampant materialism is having a devastating impact on our families, communities, and environment. We have more stuff, but less time, and our quality of life seems to be deteriorating. The program ends with a prescription for affluenza. A growing number of people are choosing "voluntary simplicity" ... working and shopping less, spending more time with friends and family, volunteering in their communities, and enjoying their lives more.
Last, but not least, these two screening dates will be paired with a food tasting by Ed Kenney, chef/owner of TOWN restaurant. Kenney has been instrumental in the Slow Food movement on Oahu, and his motto says it all, "Local first, organic wherever possible, with Aloha always". True to form, Kenney promises these tastings will use local, sustainably harvested foods.
Tuesday, January 02, 2007
Monday, November 27, 2006
Terre Madre - The Experience
Pictures and reports on the Terre Madre experience from our farmer's and restaurant ownersHere's the first one-
Friends and TM delegates enjoying a meal in Piedmonte--top row Savas, Chuck Giuli, Kukui and Gary Maunakea-Forth, Spanky and Ed Kenney, bottom row Paul Reppun, Laurie Carlson, Laurie Reppun, David Cole, Dirce Carmi and Pamela Farris
Savas with a traditional
Piedmontese cheesemaker at Salone.
Reggiano Parmesan
Below, Libyan delegate.
Sunday, August 27, 2006
SLOW FOOD FUNDRAISER AT TOWN
News of Note from Slow Food Oahu
Slow Food Fundraiser
What? Terra Madre 2006 Tomato Madness
When? Sunday September 10th at 5:30pm
Where? Town Restaurant
How? Make reservations by calling Town and reserving your table
with a credit card (phone 735-5900)
Cost? $95 for Slow Food members & $100 for the public
(price includes 2 bottles of wine per 4 person table)
This is our last fundraiser for Terra Madre. We will send Laurie & Paul Reppun of Waiahole and Gary and Kukui Maunakea-Forth of Waianae to Italy this October with the proceeds.
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TOMATO MADNESS MENU
Passed appetizers and cocktails:
§ Town’s Version Bloody Mary
§ Crostini Tomato Conserva, Palolo Avocado, White Anchovy
§ BLT Gruyere Gougeré
§ Canape Heirloom Watermelon, Tomato Fillet, Feta, Olive Oil
Six-course plated journey:
§ “Tom & Cherry” Salad w/ Fresh Stretched Mozzarella, Ma’o Organic Basil
§ Tomato Confit Risotto w/ Hamakua Mushroom, Truffled 4-Minute Egg
§ Intermezzo Tomato-Fennel Sorbetto
§ Tomato-Dusted Kahuku Shrimp w/ Fried Green Tomato, Sweet Corn, Green Goddess
§ Chicken Thigh al Mattone w/ Roasted Tomato Panzanella
§ Olive Oil Cake w/ Avocado Sorbet, Tomato Jam
For an update on our Big Island Slow Food friends, visit their website: http://ahualoa.net/slowfoodhawaii
Slow Food Fundraiser
What? Terra Madre 2006 Tomato Madness
When? Sunday September 10th at 5:30pm
Where? Town Restaurant
How? Make reservations by calling Town and reserving your table
with a credit card (phone 735-5900)
Cost? $95 for Slow Food members & $100 for the public
(price includes 2 bottles of wine per 4 person table)
This is our last fundraiser for Terra Madre. We will send Laurie & Paul Reppun of Waiahole and Gary and Kukui Maunakea-Forth of Waianae to Italy this October with the proceeds.
====================================================
TOMATO MADNESS MENU
Passed appetizers and cocktails:
§ Town’s Version Bloody Mary
§ Crostini Tomato Conserva, Palolo Avocado, White Anchovy
§ BLT Gruyere Gougeré
§ Canape Heirloom Watermelon, Tomato Fillet, Feta, Olive Oil
Six-course plated journey:
§ “Tom & Cherry” Salad w/ Fresh Stretched Mozzarella, Ma’o Organic Basil
§ Tomato Confit Risotto w/ Hamakua Mushroom, Truffled 4-Minute Egg
§ Intermezzo Tomato-Fennel Sorbetto
§ Tomato-Dusted Kahuku Shrimp w/ Fried Green Tomato, Sweet Corn, Green Goddess
§ Chicken Thigh al Mattone w/ Roasted Tomato Panzanella
§ Olive Oil Cake w/ Avocado Sorbet, Tomato Jam
For an update on our Big Island Slow Food friends, visit their website: http://ahualoa.net/slowfoodhawaii
Thursday, August 03, 2006
UPDATE ON THE SCHOOL GARDEN PROJECT
July 15, 2006 - Submitted by Leland Miyano
On July 14, 2006, Karen and Leland Miyano attended a retreat session at Hoa 'Aina O Makaha as representatives of Slow Food Oahu. Kokua Hawaii Foundation is the primary sponsoring organization for the 'AINA In Schools program and provides fiscal and administrative support for the program. Also in attendance were the steering committee, interested individuals and businesses, and representatives of the five pilot schools that will be participating in the first implementation of the 'AINA In Schools program.
'AINA In Schools is an acronym that reflects the mission statement, "Actively Integrate Nutrition and Agriculture in Schools". This program is modeled after other farm to school programs that strive to bring healthy meals and nutritional curriculum to students while re-connecting them to the land and the farmers that produce our food.
The 'AINA In schools program has six integrated components that incorporate the Hawaii State Academic Standards: 1) Healthy school lunches, 2) Nutrition education, 3) Garden-based learning, 4) Agricultural literacy, 5) Solid waste management, and 6) Family and community outreach.
To "Actively Integrate Nutrition and Agriculture in Schools" will contribute to the future health and well-being of our children, communities, and environment in Hawaii. The pilot schools on Oahu are: 'Aikahi, Makaha, Sunset Beach, Wai'alae, and Wheeler Elementary Schools.
We will keep you posted on the development of the 'AINA In Schools program and the future involvement of Slow Food Oahu. Slow Food USA conviviums have taken active roles in helping children develop an appreciation of wholesome foods and an understanding of land stewardship and sustainable food practices. Kokua Hawaii Foundation is a real blessing for us on Oahu, as they have taken the primary burden of organizing and funding this Farm to School program. They have asked to be co-sponsors of Slow Food Oahu events to aid in the promotion of the 'AINA In Schools program. It would be a perfect synergy of two like-minded organizations.
On July 14, 2006, Karen and Leland Miyano attended a retreat session at Hoa 'Aina O Makaha as representatives of Slow Food Oahu. Kokua Hawaii Foundation is the primary sponsoring organization for the 'AINA In Schools program and provides fiscal and administrative support for the program. Also in attendance were the steering committee, interested individuals and businesses, and representatives of the five pilot schools that will be participating in the first implementation of the 'AINA In Schools program.
'AINA In Schools is an acronym that reflects the mission statement, "Actively Integrate Nutrition and Agriculture in Schools". This program is modeled after other farm to school programs that strive to bring healthy meals and nutritional curriculum to students while re-connecting them to the land and the farmers that produce our food.
The 'AINA In schools program has six integrated components that incorporate the Hawaii State Academic Standards: 1) Healthy school lunches, 2) Nutrition education, 3) Garden-based learning, 4) Agricultural literacy, 5) Solid waste management, and 6) Family and community outreach.
To "Actively Integrate Nutrition and Agriculture in Schools" will contribute to the future health and well-being of our children, communities, and environment in Hawaii. The pilot schools on Oahu are: 'Aikahi, Makaha, Sunset Beach, Wai'alae, and Wheeler Elementary Schools.
We will keep you posted on the development of the 'AINA In Schools program and the future involvement of Slow Food Oahu. Slow Food USA conviviums have taken active roles in helping children develop an appreciation of wholesome foods and an understanding of land stewardship and sustainable food practices. Kokua Hawaii Foundation is a real blessing for us on Oahu, as they have taken the primary burden of organizing and funding this Farm to School program. They have asked to be co-sponsors of Slow Food Oahu events to aid in the promotion of the 'AINA In Schools program. It would be a perfect synergy of two like-minded organizations.
Friday, July 21, 2006
BREW MASTER'S DINNER-AUGUST 10TH
Slow Food O‘ahu
IS HOLDING A FUNDRAISER
THURSDAY AUGUST 10TH, 5:30PM
AT KONA BREWING CO. AND BREW PUB
IN HAWAII KAI
BREWMASTER’S DINNER
Rick Tucciarone, brewmaster of Kona Brewing Company,
will be on hand to share his knowledge of the brewing process
and what goes into making a great beer.
Rick has won many national awards for his work in Kona.
IS HOLDING A FUNDRAISER
THURSDAY AUGUST 10TH, 5:30PM
AT KONA BREWING CO. AND BREW PUB
IN HAWAII KAI
BREWMASTER’S DINNER
Rick Tucciarone, brewmaster of Kona Brewing Company,
will be on hand to share his knowledge of the brewing process
and what goes into making a great beer.
Rick has won many national awards for his work in Kona.
This dinner is cooked and paired with beers
from Kona Brewing's new Chef, Dan York:
- Aina Haina Blackened Ahi with Big Wave Golden Ale
- Mix Green Salad with Orange Hops Dressing with Lilikoi Wheat Ale
- Tomato Basil Relish Crostini paired with Longboard Island Lager
- Kona Coffee Crusted Pork Chop with Black Sand Porter
- Beeramissu with Dry Side Stout.
$55 per person includes tip and tax.
Vegetarian options are available.
Reservations can be made by calling Kona Brewing Co. at 394-5662
Funds raised by this event will help send our Oahu farmers
to the biennial Slow Food convention in Italy in October.
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