Zebedees

Zebedees Zebedees are the UK’s leading nursery catering company - delivering hot, freshly prepared meals daily

Experts in food and nutrition, Zebedees prepare and deliver fresh, delicious meals that provide children with all the nutrients they need for a busy day of play, learning and development. Zebedees take the stress and effort out of meal times, providing a delivery service that is convenient, great value for money and meets all the current nutritional guidelines for pre-school children.

At Zebedees, we believe nursery menus should do far more than meet minimum requirements.The food children eat during the...
18/06/2026

At Zebedees, we believe nursery menus should do far more than meet minimum requirements.

The food children eat during their early years plays an important role in concentration, development, wellbeing, learning, and long term eating habits.

That is why our menus are carefully designed around balance, nutrition, variety, and meals children genuinely enjoy whilst also helping nurseries feel confident around standards and food provision.

Because nursery catering should support healthier futures not simply fill plates.

☀️ As the warmer weather continues, many nurseries are spending more time outdoors, making it even more important that c...
17/06/2026

☀️ As the warmer weather continues, many nurseries are spending more time outdoors, making it even more important that children stay fuelled, hydrated, and ready to learn.

At Zebedees, we believe nursery food should do more than simply fill plates. Well-balanced meals help support concentration, energy levels, wellbeing, and healthy development throughout the day, whether children are exploring the garden, learning through play, or enjoying time with friends.

Early years nutrition plays a vital role in helping children get the most from every nursery day, especially during periods of warmer weather when hydration and balanced nutrition become even more important.

Because great nursery food isn't just about today’s lunch. It's about supporting healthier futures.

Food education starts early.At Zebedees, we believe that helping children build positive relationships with food goes fa...
15/06/2026

Food education starts early.

At Zebedees, we believe that helping children build positive relationships with food goes far beyond mealtimes.

Our Yoghurt Activity Boxes are available for nurseries to purchase, providing a fun, interactive way for children to explore nutrition, creativity and healthy eating through hands on learning.

Children can create their own yoghurt pots using a variety of ingredients, learning about different foods, flavours, colours and textures along the way. Once finished, they can enjoy their creations at nursery or take them home to share with their families. 👩‍🍳

Activities like these help encourage curiosity around food, support independence and create positive food experiences from an early age. 💚

As conversations around children's nutrition continue to grow, food education is becoming just as important as the food itself. Giving children opportunities to engage with ingredients and make their own choices can help build confidence and encourage healthy eating habits that last long beyond the nursery years.

By making nutrition fun, engaging and accessible, we can help children develop the skills and confidence to make positive food choices as they grow. 🌱

Because food should be something children learn about, enjoy and feel excited to explore.

With another busy half term now complete, our team has been hard at work preparing Nursery Information Packs and starter...
12/06/2026

With another busy half term now complete, our team has been hard at work preparing Nursery Information Packs and starter equipment for the nurseries we supported throughout the break.

Many of the settings using Zebedees for holiday cover had not yet experienced our updated menus introduced after Easter, so ensuring they had everything they needed from the outset was a key priority. 🍽️🌱

At Zebedees, we know that supporting nurseries goes far beyond delivering meals. From menu information and allergen guidance to onboarding support and operational planning, we work hard behind the scenes to make every transition as smooth as possible. 🤝

As demand for flexible nursery catering support continues to grow, having the right processes, communication and preparation in place helps ensure children continue to receive nutritious meals, whilst nursery teams receive the support they need. 👶🥦

Because great nursery catering starts long before the first meal is served. 💚

Choosing a nursery catering provider should feel simple, supportive, and stress free.At Zebedees, we have designed our s...
10/06/2026

Choosing a nursery catering provider should feel simple, supportive, and stress free.

At Zebedees, we have designed our service to help reduce operational pressure for nurseries whilst ensuring children receive nutritious, balanced meals every day.

From no obligation taster sessions and simple online ordering through to reliable tracked deliveries and ongoing support, every part of our process is built around making nursery catering easier to manage.

Because nurseries should be able to focus on supporting children not worrying about food provision.

Earlier this year, our Operations Manager, Brendan, had the opportunity to chair a panel discussion at The Meals Collect...
08/06/2026

Earlier this year, our Operations Manager, Brendan, had the opportunity to chair a panel discussion at The Meals Collective Big Meetup, exploring the important topic of accessibility in food design.

As a business dedicated to supporting children's nutrition, we know that accessibility goes far beyond what's on the menu. It means creating meals that are inclusive, enjoyable, and suitable for the diverse needs of children across the early years sector.

Discussions like these are vital in helping shape the future of food provision, encouraging innovation, collaboration, and a greater understanding of how we can make nutritious food accessible to everyone.

At Zebedees, we're proud to contribute to conversations that support better outcomes for children, nurseries, and families, whilst continually striving to improve the standards of nursery catering across the UK.

A fantastic opportunity for Brendan to share insights, learn from others across the industry, and be part of an important discussion on the future of accessible food design.

Because every child deserves access to nutritious, enjoyable food that supports their development and wellbeing.

What's In Season This June? 🌱At Zebedees, we believe great nursery meals start with great ingredients. That's why we lov...
06/06/2026

What's In Season This June? 🌱

At Zebedees, we believe great nursery meals start with great ingredients. That's why we love making the most of seasonal produce wherever possible, helping children enjoy a wide variety of flavours, textures and nutrients throughout the year.

This June, some of the fantastic fruits and vegetables in season include:

🍓 Raspberries
🫐 Red Currants
🍈 Gooseberries
🍑 Plums
🌶️ Peppers
🥦 Broccoli
🌿 Swiss Chard
🫘 Runner Beans

Seasonal ingredients not only taste their best, but they can also help introduce children to a wider range of foods and support positive eating habits from an early age.

By incorporating a variety of colourful fruits and vegetables into nursery menus, we can help make mealtimes both nutritious and exciting for little learners.

Because nursery food should do more than simply fill plates it should support healthy development, curiosity and a lifelong relationship with food.

Great food starts with great people.Whilst much of the focus in catering is often on menus, nutrition, and service deliv...
04/06/2026

Great food starts with great people.

Whilst much of the focus in catering is often on menus, nutrition, and service delivery, none of it happens without the dedication of the teams working behind the scenes every single day.

This week, we took our kitchen team out for a well earned evening of bowling, food, and drinks as a thank you for their hard work, commitment, and the care they put into every meal they prepare. 🎳

At Zebedees, we believe that creating a positive culture isn't just a nice thing to do it's an essential part of building a successful business. When people feel valued, supported, and recognised, it creates stronger teams, higher standards, and better outcomes for the nurseries and children we serve.

As demand across the early years sector continues to grow, attracting and retaining talented people will become increasingly important. Investing in people, celebrating achievements, and recognising effort should be part of every business strategy.

Our kitchen teams play a vital role in delivering thousands of nutritious meals to children every day, and we're incredibly grateful for everything they do.

Because behind every great meal is a great team. 👏

02/06/2026

Introducing one of our nursery favourites, Paneer & Sweet Potato Dahl. 🍛

Made with sweet potato, red lentils, carrots, butternut squash, spinach and paneer, this warming dish is packed with wholesome ingredients and gentle flavours designed specifically for young children.

Using ingredients including onion, garlic, ginger, cumin, garam masala, paprika, tomato passata, sweet potato, carrots, red lentils, butternut squash and a squeeze of fresh lemon, this dish helps introduce little ones to new flavours in a familiar and approachable way.

🌱 Rich in vegetables
💛 A natural source of protein and fibre
🥕 Packed with ingredients children know and enjoy
🍽️ Designed to support healthy eating habits from an early age

At Zebedees, we believe nursery meals should do more than simply fill plates. Every menu is carefully created to support children's development, wellbeing and confidence around food, whilst helping nurseries provide balanced, nutritious meals every day.

Because the food children eat today helps shape healthier futures tomorrow.

Read our latest blog to discover more about the ingredients, nutrition and thinking behind this nursery favourite.

Behind every nursery meal delivery is a lot of teamwork 🧡This week, Tommy and his two little helpers headed out on an or...
14/05/2026

Behind every nursery meal delivery is a lot of teamwork 🧡

This week, Tommy and his two little helpers headed out on an orange box collection mission ahead of roast chicken day, making sure we had enough boxes ready for all of our nursery deliveries.

Safe to say the trolley duties were taken very seriously 😄

Thank you Team Tommy 💪

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Lewes Road
Lewes
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Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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