The Manna Philosophy

We believe food is one of the simplest ways to care for someone. It gathers people, creates rituals, and turns ordinary evenings into something worth lingering over. That's why every decision we make—from sourcing ingredients to packaging meals—is guided by one question: Does this make life feel a little more beautiful?

Quality & Ingredients

Every dish begins with ingredients we'd be proud to serve in our own homes—vibrant seasonal produce, thoughtfully sourced proteins, nourishing broths, fragrant herbs, and flavors inspired by kitchens around the world.

Our philosophy is simple: food should nourish deeply while still bringing joy to the table. We thoughtfully balance every dish so it leaves you feeling satisfied, energized, and comfortably full—never weighed down.

Beautifully delivered. Responsibly returned.

Good design should feel effortless. That's why every meal arrives in reusable glass containers, carefully packed in insulated coolers to preserve freshness from our kitchen to your doorstep.

It's a quieter approach to sustainability—one rooted in thoughtful choices that become meaningful over time.

Prepared with the highest standards.

Every Manna meal is prepared under rigorous food safety standards and carefully monitored from sourcing through delivery. Meals are fully cooked, rapidly chilled to preserve freshness, and never frozen—so every dish arrives exactly as our chefs intended: vibrant, flavorful, and ready to enjoy with confidence.

Made by chefs. Guided by experts.

Every meal is prepared by our experienced culinary team in a professional kitchen that meets the highest standards of food safety and quality. We combine careful craftsmanship with meticulous preparation, so every dish arrives fresh, flavorful, and worthy of your trust.

Melissa Ohana. Founder & Certified Doula

After more than a decade supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum, Melissa Ohana noticed something simple yet profound: while everyone rushes to care for the baby, mothers are too often left to care for themselves.

Her philosophy is simple: the greatest gift we can give our children is the healthiest, strongest version of ourselves. By nourishing ourselves, we are better equipped to care for our loved ones who depend on us most. Manna and Manna Postpartum was created to make that care feel a little easier, one thoughtful meal at a time.

Monica Auslander Moreno, MS, RDN. Registered Dietitian

Developed in collaboration with registered dietitian Monica Auslander Moreno, our postpartum menus thoughtfully balance flavor with nutrition, ensuring every dish supports recovery while still feeling deeply comforting and satisfying.

Our Kitchen

Behind every Manna delivery is a team of chefs who believe food should nourish more than hunger. They prepare every dish by hand, drawing inspiration from family recipes, global flavors, and the quiet rituals that make sharing a meal feel like home.

Every menu is crafted with the intention of feeling as though it was made just for you—thoughtfully tailored to your tastes, your lifestyle, and your table. We do the shopping, the slow cooking, and every step of the preparation, so all that's left for you is to heat it, plate it, serve it, and enjoy a meal that feels beautifully homemade.

FAQs

Manna is a chef-prepared meal experience designed to bring thoughtful nourishment, convenience, and beautifully prepared meals into everyday life through weekly home delivery, postpartum support, and private dining experiences.

Deliveries are made every Monday and Wednesday between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM. You'll receive text message updates with your estimated delivery time, as well as a notification once your order has arrived.

Always fresh—never frozen. Every meal is prepared fresh, flash-cooled to preserve quality and freshness, then carefully packed in insulated coolers with ice packs before being delivered to your door.

We use vibrant seasonal produce, thoughtfully sourced proteins, nourishing broths, fragrant herbs, and flavors inspired by kitchens around the world. Every ingredient is chosen with the same care we'd use in our own homes.

Our meals arrive in reusable glass containers, making them easy to heat and serve. Most meals can be warmed in a 375°F oven for 20–30 minutes, depending on portion size. For a quicker option, simply remove the lid and heat in the microwave. Specific heating instructions are provided when needed.

Browse each week's menu on our website and place your order before the cutoff for the following week's deliveries. Depending on your selections, meals are delivered on Monday, Wednesday, or both. At your next delivery, we'll collect your reusable cooler and glass containers, making the process simple and sustainable.

No. Manna currently offers the flexibility to order whenever you'd like, with no subscription required.

Our meals stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to four days when stored properly.

Every Manna Postpartum meal is thoughtfully curated by founder and certified doula Melissa Ohana alongside registered dietitian Monica Auslander Moreno, MS, RDN. Each menu is crafted with ingredients selected to support postpartum recovery, including tissue repair, iron replenishment, hormonal balance, hydration, lactation, and overall wellbeing. We also offer complete daily nourishment with breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, teas, and tonics—providing as much support as you need during the fourth trimester.

Our postpartum menus are thoughtfully developed by founder and certified doula Melissa Ohana in collaboration with registered dietitian Monica Auslander Moreno, MS, RDN, combining clinical expertise with years of experience supporting mothers through pregnancy and postpartum.

We do our best to accommodate dietary needs and preferences. Reach out with any requests, and we'll work with you to find the best fit within the current menu.

Every Manna meal is prepared in accordance with all applicable local food safety and sanitation regulations. From ingredient sourcing and preparation to packaging and delivery, we follow rigorous food handling practices to ensure every meal arrives fresh, safe, and ready to enjoy.