Why MANNA?
The name Manna Made comes from the biblical story of manna — food provided in the wilderness, described as good, sustaining, and given at the exact moment it was needed. In the Book of Exodus, manna was not only provision, but also a test of gratitude and trust. People were given what they needed for each day, no more and no less, and were called to receive it with thankfulness. That idea sits at the heart of Manna Made. In demanding environments like film and television production, food is not just fuel — it is care, consistency and reliability. We believe in showing up every day with gratitude: for the work, for the people we feed, and for the opportunity to serve well.
Alongside this meaning, the mushroom holds deep symbolism for us. Mushrooms represent regeneration, transformation, rebirth and renewal, thriving quietly beneath the surface while supporting entire ecosystems through unseen networks. They also symbolise mystery and enlightenment — reminding us that meaningful growth often happens out of sight, through patience, connection and balance. This mirrors our values around sustainability and humility: working responsibly within the wider ecosystem, respecting ingredients, minimising waste, and recognising that we are part of something larger than ourselves.
Manna Made was founded by chefs and caterers with extensive experience in film and television catering and craft services. Our background is rooted in high‑pressure production environments where early starts, long days and constant change are the norm. Feeding crews in these conditions teaches discipline, calm execution and deep respect for food as fuel. It also teaches gratitude — for the teams who trust you, for the routines that keep productions moving, and for the shared moments around food that lift morale and bring people together.
Before production catering, our journey ran through street food, live‑fire cooking and mobile catering, serving festivals, events and public crowds. Those years shaped our approach: bold flavours, efficient systems, and generosity on the plate. One of our founders trained as a chef, grounding the business in strong professional foundations, while another brings a dedicated plant‑based perspective — specialising in vegetarian, vegan and gluten‑free catering that is thoughtful, inclusive and never treated as an afterthought.
Today, Manna Made exists first and foremost to support film and TV productions, delivering dependable catering, craft services and coffee wherever a shoot takes us — from studios to remote, off‑grid locations. Our work in private catering naturally grew from this foundation, applying the same professionalism, organisation and care to weddings, celebrations and corporate events.
Sustainability and gratitude guide how we operate. We work with trusted independent suppliers, value whole‑ingredient and nose‑to‑tail cooking, and make conscious choices to reduce waste and protect the wider ecosystem. We practise gratitude daily — for the ingredients we use, the people we work alongside, and the environments that allow us to do what we do.
Like manna, we believe food should arrive when it is needed most. And like the quiet work of mushrooms beneath the soil, we believe the strongest foundations are built through patience, responsibility and thankfulness — long before they are ever seen.
