Cleverchefs

19/01/2026

This is a final reminder that this account is no longer in use.

Please follow our new page 👉 Cleverchefs Catering 👈

12/01/2026

Please note, after this week, we’ll no longer be monitoring or posting on this page.

To stay up to date, please follow our new page, Cleverchefs Catering 👈

We’ll be continuing our Feel Good campaign and sharing all the fun content you love over on our new page. Our Instagram will remain the same.

We’ll see you over there! 👋

10/01/2026

EASY VEGAN BANANA BREAD 🍌

We're kicking off the Veganuary recipes with a delicious banana bread!

Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas, mashed
75ml vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
150g caster or light brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
225g plain flour
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
½ tsp salt
Optional: chopped walnuts for topping

Method:
Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) and line a loaf tin.
Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.
Stir in the oil, sugar and vanilla.
Add the flour, bicarbonate of soda and salt, then gently mix until combined.
Pour into the tin. Optional: top with walnuts before placing in oven.
Bake for 45–50 minutes, until a skewer comes out clean.
Leave to cool slightly before slicing.

08/01/2026

IT'S MAGNIFICENT!

Let's shine a little light on magnesium today!

Magnesium-rich foods do far more than keep your energy ticking over. They support steady nerves, calmer sleep, stronger muscles, and a healthier heart. 🫀

So what foods should you reach for if you’re aiming to sleep better and boost your productivity? 🤔

How about:
🥬 Leafy greens
🥜 Nuts
🍫 Dark chocolate
🌾 Whole grains like oats or brown rice

06/01/2026

FLAVOUR WITHOUT COMPROMISE

This month, in addition to our Feel Good: Fuel the Mood campaign, we're also celebrating Veganuary! 🌱

Vegan food isn't just falafel or salad leaves - it can be just as flavourful and creative as your favourite meat dishes.

You don’t need to go fully vegan to enjoy the benefits of plant-based eating. Simple swaps, like choosing the meat-free option when dining out or replacing beef with beans and lentils in your lasagna, can support your health and wellbeing and have a positive impact on the environment. 🥘

Discover something new with us this month!

05/01/2026

A BALANCING ACT

Thinking about nutrients isn’t just for nutritionists - it’s how you give your body what it actually needs. 🥗

When planning your next meals, try taking nutrients into consideration as they play a crucial role in your overall mood and wellbeing.

Try adding more colour to your plate, look for healthy fats (nuts, avocado, salmon), and building balanced meals with a mix of protein + veg + whole grains + healthy fats 🥑🍣

02/01/2026

FEEL GOOD: FUEL THE MOOD

We’re here to help you shake off the winter blues this January and February with our Feel Good: Fuel the Mood campaign. 🌨️

Join us as we explore the feel-good foods that can brighten your mood and ease everyday stress.

Throughout the season, we’ll be sharing simple tips, tasty recipes, and easy swaps that reveal just how much the food you choose can shape how you feel each day.

01/01/2026

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

From all of us at Cleverchefs Catering, we hope 2026 brings you fresh opportunities, plenty of happiness, and the chance to eat even more delicious food! 🌟

29/12/2025

WE'RE FEELING GOOD!

We’re excited to share that our next campaign launches on 2nd January, and it’s all about the power of mood-boosting food!

Did you know the food we eat doesn’t just support our physical health, but can genuinely influence how we feel day to day? 🤔🥦

We’ll be sharing more very soon, but for now you can read this article from Public Sector Catering celebrating our new campaign:

Cleverchefs Catering chief operating officer Jaime Gardener said it was designed to educate families across the UK about the importance of eating nutrient-rich foods, not just for their general health, but also for the mood-boosting benefits. “With ‘Feel Good: Fuel the Mood’, we want to show f...

26/12/2025

SPROUTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS (THE AFTERMATH)

Wondering what to do with the leftover sprouts? 🤔 Here's an idea...

Creamy Sprout Pasta 🍝

Ingredients:
150-200g cooked Brussels sprouts (halved or roughly chopped)
200g pasta (spaghetti, rigatoni or tagliatelle work well)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
100ml double cream (or crème fraîche for a lighter option)
40g grated parmesan (plus extra to serve)
½ lemon (juice and zest)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: a few rashers of crispy bacon or pancetta

Method:
Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to packet instructions. Reserve a cup of the pasta water before draining.
Fry the sprouts: While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the leftover sprouts (and bacon, if using) and cook for 3–4 minutes until they’re hot and slightly caramelised.
Make it creamy: Pour in the cream and simmer gently for 2–3 minutes. Add the lemon juice, zest and parmesan, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the pan and toss everything together. If it looks too thick, loosen with a splash of the reserved pasta water.
Season and serve: Taste and add salt and black pepper as needed. Serve topped with extra parmesan and a little lemon zest.

22/12/2025

SPROUTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS

Sprout Toasties 🥪

It's a festive spin on the cheesy, lunchtime classic - and one you may just get the kids on board with!

Ingredients:
6-8 cooked, grated sprouts
1/2 onion, thinly sliced
60g cheddar cheese (sliced or grated)
Butter for spreading
2 slices of your favourite bread
Pepper to taste

Method:
Butter the outside of each slice of bread.
Assemble the sandwich with cheese, onion, sprouts, and pepper.
Pop your sandwich into a toastie machine, or on the grill. Remove once the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.