We Believe that everyone should have access to good healthy food
Helping people live happier and healthier lives
Your New Kitchen Essential
In a world of celebrity chefs and overwhelming food trends, Munch Lunch & Dinner cuts through the noise with easy, delicious recipes using simple ingredients found in your cupboard or local supermarket—no fancy gadgets required! Our cookbook, born from our Munch Community Cooking programme, offers more than just recipes. You’ll find tips on shopping, chopping, reducing waste, and eating sustainably. Whether you’re new to cooking or a seasoned pro, this book is packed with healthy, nutritious, and sustainable meal ideas for everyone!
Good Food, Good Health, Good Community
At Munch, we believe that everyone should have access to nutritious, delicious food and the skills to cook from scratch. Based in Winchester, Hampshire, we provide Munch Boxes, corporate catering, personalised nutrition plans while empowering communities through our cooking workshops and online training.
With a strong focus on sustainability, we use plant-forward ingredients and eco-friendly practices. We work closely with local suppliers to reduce food waste and source fresh, seasonal produce. Every meal we serve helps fund our community initiatives, creating healthier, happier lives for those who need it most.
Mary & Denzil
Founders of munch
Get our free collection of delicious & nutritious recipes, including favorites like Potato Curry or Frittata.
Our mission is to empower individuals to develop the skills and confidence they need to cook from scratch, make sustainable food choices, limit their intake of processed food and develop financial resilience.
Award-Winning Impact
We’re thrilled to share that Munch CIC has won the Not-for-Profit of the Year award at the 2024 Hampshire Business Awards! This honour recognises our dedication to tackling social challenges through innovation, community connection, and sustainable food practices.
The judges praised Munch CIC for providing a safe, welcoming space where people can cook, eat together, and build healthier, more resilient lives. We’re so proud of this achievement and look forward to making an even greater impact in the year ahead!
Our Services
Corporate
Catering
Expert catering for corporate events of any size, with bespoke menus crafted from fresh, local ingredients.
Personalised
Nutrition
Tailored nutrition consultations to guide you toward a balanced, healthier lifestyle that fits your unique needs.
Our ethos is sustainable nutrition. This means helping people cook entirely from scratch – no nasties – leaving them fully in control of what goes into their food.
Giving back to our community
At Munch, every meal has a purpose! As a proud social enterprise, we pour all the profits from our catering services straight back into our community programmes, making a real difference where it matters most.
Our Community Cooking initiative is all about bringing people together for fun, inclusive workshops designed to empower. We’re here to help families, young adults, and individuals with learning disabilities discover the joy of cooking from scratch—boosting their skills and confidence along the way.
We believe food has the power to connect people, spark conversations, and create lasting memories. That’s why our workshops don’t just focus on cooking; they create a safe, sociable space where participants can build community, find support, and improve their overall wellbeing.
By breaking down barriers to cooking, we’re not just teaching practical skills; we’re building healthier relationships with food, helping people save money, reduce waste, and embrace a more sustainable, mindful approach to the environment. Together, we’re creating positive change one meal at a time!
What people say about us…
“Thank you for our food, it was absolutely incredible! The variety was superb, and the taste and quality was out of this world! It is not often that one buffet can create so many compliments and can cater for all tastes.”
“The Munch lunch was delicious and was devoured with much appreciation by all concerned. Everything was spot on and I was absolutely delighted. You made entertaining so easy!”
“Always an excellent service from Denzil, Mary and their team. The perfect choice for catering for any kind of event.”
“WOW the food was amazing, we had so much positive feedback about the food, how it was presented etc. Please pass on our thanks to your team.”
want to make a difference in your community through the power of healthy cooking?
The Munch Method Toolkit is here to guide you every step of the way in hosting your very own community cooking projects!
This comprehensive toolkit is packed with everything you need to:
- Teach essential cooking skills to help participants confidently prepare nutritious meals from scratch
- Promote sustainable food choices and reduce food waste through batch cooking and mindful eating
- Encourage healthy habits that improve overall well-being and bring communities together
Whether you’re a school, organisation, or community group, this easy-to-use guide offers:
- Step-by-step instructions for planning impactful workshops
- Recipes and meal ideas tailored to various skill levels and budgets
- Tips for creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone feels welcome
