Tiny Crickets Menu

Disclaimer: Our kitchen is vegetarian and nut free, and none of the food prepared on site knowingly contains meat, poultry, fish, molluscs, crustaceans, eggs, ground nuts or peanuts. However, due to the nature of our business, we cannot guarantee that the food prepared on the premises is free from allergenic ingredients.

  • 15th – 19th December

    Monday 15th September

    Lunch Time

    Soft potato cubes cooked until tender, then coated in a mild tomato and paprika sauce softened with a little vegetable stock. The dish focuses on warm tomato flavour, gentle smokiness and a soft texture, staying mild while still offering classic Spanish-style seasoning in a simple, comforting way.
    Contains no major allergens

    Spain

    Tea Time

    Light waffles flavoured with ginger, cinnamon and a hint of vanilla, giving a warm, aromatic taste. The texture is soft with a gentle sweetness, and the spices are mild so the overall flavour stays balanced and smooth. A cosy seasonal tea with simple, warming ingredients, served with warm, egg-free custard

    Contains milk and wheat

    United Kingdom

    Tuesday 16th September

    Lunch Time

    A simple party-style selection including soft cheese-and-tomato pizza, oven-baked chips, as well as other party food standards such as corn snacks and biscuits. We are all going to enjoy some simple party food to accompany our celebrations on this festive day. Dairy-free options will be provided where required.

    Contains wheat, milk (varies by item)

    Party

    Tea Time

    A smooth, mild vegetable soup made with carrots, potatoes, onions, peas and peppers, simmered in vegetable stock. The vegetables create natural sweetness, while blending gives the soup a warm, velvety consistency. The flavour is simple, earthy and balanced, with no strong spices.

    Contains no major allergens

    United Kingdom

    Wednesday 17th September

    Lunch Time

    A gently seasoned vegetable keema made with vegan mince, peas, tomatoes and light spices. The mixture simmers until soft, creating a warm, aromatic sauce with mild spices including cumin and a touch of sweetness from the vegetables. Served with steamed rice for a balanced, comforting meal.

    Contains wheat, soya

    India

    Tea Time

    Soft toasted bagel halves spread with a smooth garlic and herb cream cheese. The flavour is mild and creamy with gentle herbal notes and a soft wheat base. The combination creates a simple, savoury tea with fresh dairy flavours and a pleasant contrast between the warm bagel and cool spread.

    Contains wheat and milk

    USA/UK

    Thursday 18th September

    Lunch Time

    A traditional Christmas Dinner featuring a vegan roast main, roast potatoes, maple-glazed carrots and parsnips, a sage and onion stuffing ball, peas, and vegetable gravy. 

    Contains Wheat, Milk, Celery, soya

    Italy

    Tea Time

    A homemade egg-free, nut-free and alcohol-free mince pie made from soft shortcrust pastry filled with gently spiced dried fruit, served warm. A playful dollop of cream adds a smooth, cool contrast to the warm pastry and rich fruit filling.

    Contains milk, wheat, sulphites

    United Kingdom

    Friday 19th September

    Lunch Time

    A mild lentil dal cooked slowly with turmeric, cumin, garlic and tomatoes until soft and creamy. The flavours are gentle and earthy, with natural sweetness from the lentils. Served with steamed rice, creating a balanced, warming meal.

    Contains no major allergens

    India

    Tea Time

    A soft folded wheat shell filled with a mild tomato, vegetable and cheese mixture. The filling combines gentle acidity from tomatoes, light sweetness from peppers or courgettes and a creamy note from melted cheese. The baked shell stays tender.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Italy

  • Monday 8th – Friday 12th December

    Monday 8th December

    Lunch Time

    A mild chickpea masala cooked with tomato, ginger, garlic and gentle spices, creating a soft, comforting sauce. Served with pudla, a simple savoury pancake made from gram flour. The dish has warm, earthy flavours without heat, offering a balanced mix of protein and soft textures.

    Contains milk

    India

    Tea Time

    Soft banana fritters lightly cooked until golden, offering a naturally sweet flavour and tender texture. Served with cool yoghurt and mixed berries, the dish brings together warmth, creaminess and a little burst of tart fruit to make a gentle, easy-to-eat tea.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Jamaica

    Tuesday 9th December

    Lunch Time

    Small, rice-shaped pasta cooked in a light vegetable broth with carrots, peas and blended mixed vegetables. The orzo absorbs the flavours, creating a soft, warming bowl with gentle sweetness from the vegetables and a comforting pasta texture.

    Contains wheat

    Italy

    Tea Time

    A selection of soft sandwiches filled with simple spreads including cream cheese, fruits and cucumber, offering mild flavours and smooth textures. Served with fresh vegetable fingers for a cool, crisp contrast. The flavours are familiar and easy to enjoy.
    Allergens: wheat, milk  (dairy free options will be served where necessary)

    Contains wheat and milk

    UK

    Wednesday 10th December

    Lunch Time

    A gentle chilli made with kidney beans, black beans and cannellini beans simmered in tomato, mild spices and a hint of sweetness from peppers. Served with soft rice, the dish offers a hearty, warming bowl with balanced flavours and gentle warm spices such as cumin, focusing on the natural taste of the beans.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Mexico

    Tea Time

    A smooth soup made from roasted sweet parsnips blended with mild curry spices, vegetable stock and a touch of natural sweetness. The flavour is warm, gentle and slightly earthy, with a soft, velvety texture that makes it especially comforting on colder afternoons.

    Contains no allergens

    Worldwide

    Thursday 11th December

    Lunch Time

    Lentils and vegetables simmered with spinach, tomatoes and light spices to create a soft, creamy curry with gentle warmth. The spinach adds a mild earthiness while the vegetables and lentils bring a tender bite, giving the whole dish a smooth balance of flavour without being too strong or spicy.

    Contains milk, wheat (naan)

    India

    Tea Time

    Soft vegetable-filled patties wrapped in a golden wheat casing, with subtle Caribbean seasoning. The filling has mild sweetness from peas and bell peppers, while the outside adds a simple plain flavour. The flavours are gentle and familiar, with a hint of aromatic spice.

    Contains wheat

    Jamaica

    Friday 12th December

    Lunch Time

    A vegetable-rich bolognese cooked slowly with tomatoes, onions, carrots, lentils and herbs to create a thick, comforting sauce. Served with pasta, the dish has a warming tomato flavour, soft textures and a hint of sweetness from slow-cooked vegetables

    Contains wheat, soya

    Italy

    Tea Time

    Soft, lightly spiced pancakes made with grated carrot, cinnamon and a little vanilla. The pancakes are warm and tender with natural sweetness. A small topping of slightly sweetened cream cheese adds a smooth, mild tang, bringing the flavours together in a gentle tea reminiscent of a carrot cake.

    Contains wheat, milk

    USA

  • 24th – 28th November

    Monday 24th November

    Lunch Time

    A slow-cooked lentil bolognese prepared with tomatoes, onions, carrots and celery, simmered with mild Italian herbs until the sauce becomes thick and balanced. The lentils soften into the tomatoes, giving natural richness, while the vegetables add sweetness. Served with soft pasta shapes that absorb the gentle garlic and herb flavours.

    Contains milk, wheat, celery

    Italy

    Tea Time

    A soft wheat base topped with a mild tomato sauce seasoned with herbs, finished with melted cheese that settles into a smooth, creamy layer. The crust stays tender, the tomato brings light acidity, and the herbs blend subtly through the topping, creating a simple, balanced combination of dairy, grain and tomato flavours.

    Contains milk and wheat

    Italy

    Tuesday 25th November

    Lunch Time

    A mild vegetable curry of potatoes and cauliflower cooked with tomatoes, turmeric and cumin until tender. The sauce is lightly aromatic with gentle warmth and soft earthy notes. Served with steamed rice that absorbs the spices, balancing the sweetness of the vegetables and creating a clean, mellow finish.

    Contains milk

    India

    Tea Time

    Soft wheat bagel halves spread with smooth cream cheese, offering a mild tang and creamy texture. Served with carrot batons for a contrasting natural sweetness and crisp bite. The combination brings together grain, dairy and fresh vegetables in a simple, lightly flavoured pairing.

    Contains wheat and milk

    United States and United Kingdom

    Wednesday 26th November

    Lunch Time

    A vegetable and bean chilli cooked in a tomato base with peppers, onions and mild spices. The mixture is thickened through slow simmering, giving it a warm, aromatic profile without heat. Served with soft potato hash, which takes on the tomato and spice flavours while adding a gentle earthy sweetness.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Mexico

    Tea Time

    Chickpea flour pancakes blended with spinach for a mild, earthy flavour and soft texture. Spread with a creamy cheese and chive mixture that adds subtle sharpness and smoothness. Together they create a balanced dish featuring legumes, leafy greens and gentle dairy notes.

    Contains Milk

    India (inspired)

    Thursday 27th November

    Lunch Time

    A mild, creamy curry made with potatoes, gentle curry spices, yoghurt-style seasoning and mango chutney for subtle sweetness. The potatoes soften in the sauce, which blends mild spice with light tang. Served with steamed rice that balances the richness and helps the flavours meld smoothly.

    Contains Milk

    Italy

    Tea Time

    Soft waffles flavoured with ginger, cinnamon and warm aromatic spices. The batter cooks into a light, tender texture with a mild sweetness. The spices remain gentle, giving warmth without intensity, creating a balanced combination of grain, sweetness and subtle spice.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Europe

    Friday 28th November

    Lunch Time

    Small orzo pasta pieces cooked with chickpeas, tomatoes, peppers and mixed vegetables in a mild herb broth. The orzo softens and absorbs the flavours, creating a cohesive texture. Chickpeas add gentle nuttiness while the vegetables bring natural sweetness and subtle herbal notes.

    Contains wheat and milk

    Mediterranean

    Tea Time

    A creamy oat porridge cooked with milk and lightly sweetened with raisins that soften during cooking. Cinnamon adds warm spice without overpowering the oats, creating a balanced, aromatic finish. The mixture becomes thick and velvety as it simmers, highlighting mild dairy richness and gentle sweetness.

    Contains milk

    United Kingdom,

  • Monday 17th – 21st November

    Monday 17th November

    Lunch Time

    Layers of pasta with a rich vegetable, onion and tomato and lentil sauce, finished with a creamy cheese sauce topping. The bake is oven-cooked until golden and tender, offering a hearty blend of savoury vegetables and mild Italian herbs.

    Contains Wheat, Milk, Celery

    Italy

    Tea Time

    Soft pudding rice slowly cooked with milk until thick and creamy, lightly sweetened and finished with a touch of vanilla for warmth. The texture is smooth and comforting, with a delicate flavour that pairs beautifully with slices of soft and sweet.

    Contains Milk

    United Kingdom

    Tuesday 18th November

    Lunch Time

    Twisty pasta shapes cooked with vegetarian sausages, chopped tomatoes, peppers, and onions. The sauce is seasoned with mild herbs and simmered gently to allow the flavours to blend into a rich, hearty meal.

    Contains Wheat, Soy, Milk

    United Kingdom

    Tea Time

    Soft wholemeal thins spread with creamy garlic and herb cream cheese and filled with grated carrot . The combination of textures gives a gentle crunch alongside the smoothness of the cream cheese

    Contains wheat and milk

    United Kingdom

    Wednesday 19th November

    Lunch Time

    Fluffy chopped potato dumplings and a medley of finely diced seasonal vegetables, baked in a light tomato and cheese sauce until soft and comforting.

    Contains milk, wheat

    Italy

    Tea Time

    A hearty vegetable soup with pasta shapes, beans, tomatoes, and seasonal vegetables simmered in a light broth. The mix of soft textures and gentle Italian herbs makes this a filling and nourishing tea.

    Contains wheat and celery

    Worldwide

    Thursday 20th November

    Lunch Time

    A soft pastry-topped pie filled with vegetarian mince, onions, and a mild gravy. Served with tender peas and carrots, this dish is both wholesome and savoury with a traditional British character

    Contains Wheat, Milk, Celery, soya

    United Kingdom

    Tea Time

     Warm toasted crumpets topped with a smooth garlic and herb cream cheese spread. The soft, spongy texture of the crumpet complements the creamy topping and light savoury flavour.

    Contains milk, wheat

    United Kingdom

    Friday 21st November

    Lunch Time

    Soft tubular pasta shapes cooked slowly in a fresh creamy cheese sauce for a comforting nursery favourite, with added onions and peas for a little vegetable boost.

    Contains milk, wheat

    United States

    Tea Time

    Small, soft scones made with mashed banana for natural sweetness and a light texture. Gently cooked until golden, these scones make a soft and simple finish to the week’s meals.

    Contains milk, wheat

    United Kingdom,