Bespoke Events in Greater Manchester

MUD Kitchen delivers bespoke event catering in Manchester rooted in sustainability, seasonality and social impact. From private parties to brand launches, every menu is organic, zero-waste and community-powered. Grown at Platt Fields Market Garden and designed around your vision.

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  • Choir And Orchestra Society

    “We had a great experience with MUD catering our end of year meal, everybody who we were in contact with was so lovely and helpful. We would highly recommend MUD to anyone looking for a catering service who have options for vegetarians and vegans. Amazing food and people all round! Thank you!”

  • Helen Yang, In Creative Ltd

    “Had MUD kitchen at a high profile wellness morning, they were absolutely incredible. They offered a tailored menu of breakfast and brunch items. They also are able to make barista drinks if there is a coffee machine, and provide all the extra bits.
    Everything looked and tasted delicious, including the packed sandwiches which we gave guests to go!
    Lily and Jill were so great to work with too.”

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Sustainable Catering for Private & Corporate Events

If you’re planning an event that needs to stand out, start with the food. MUD Kitchen offers bespoke catering in Manchester and across Greater Manchester, built for people who want more than generic platters and predictable menus.

We are the catering arm of Manchester Urban Diggers (MUD), based at Platt Fields Market Garden. Every dish begins with seasonal, organic produce grown in our urban garden or sourced from trusted local partners. The result? Fresh, vibrant food with low food miles and maximum flavour.

From private parties and creative workshops to brand launches, corporate celebrations and one-off cultural events, our Manchester-based catering team designs menus tailored to your guest list, venue and vision. Think fire-cooked feasts, abundant sharing tables, garden-fresh salads and artisan bakes—crafted with zero-waste principles at the core.

We specialise in:

  • Private event catering

  • Brand and product launches

  • Corporate celebrations

  • Creative and community events

  • Sustainable outdoor gatherings

As a social enterprise, every penny generated through our bespoke catering services goes straight back into community gardens, wellbeing programmes and local food sovereignty projects across Manchester. Choosing MUD Kitchen means your event actively contributes to a stronger, fairer local food system.

This is catering with purpose. Seasonal. Organic. Radical in its commitment to community and planet.

Let’s grow something great together.

  • Feast your eyes: Check out our latest Seasonal Menus.

  • Get in touch: Drop us a message to chat about your event.

  • Visit us: See where your food grows with Venue Hire at the garden.

Contact Us

If you’re interested in working with us, complete this form with a few details about your event. We’ll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.