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The Hungry Mungry’s Deliver!

by wpoischbeg- July 2, 2020

Have you tried a meal delivery service yet? I’ve considered it – going down the rabbit hole of comparing different companies to find the right fit. Matt and I were getting pretty bored of the meals I was preparing, 95% plant- based with a couple of cheater meals every once in a while. In researching services, I wanted easy to prepare, plant-based dishes that would expand my repertoire from a basic quinoa salad or traditional pasta dish to something more exotic. I never pulled the trigger. Companies like Purple Carrot or Blue Apron still required lots of meal prep and I wasn’t willing to shell out hundreds of dollars to still have to cut my own vegetables. (I can do that for free, ya know?!)

Paleo Fresh meals created by the Hungry Mungry's delivered ready to reheat and eat at your convenience.

Sarah from the Snohomish Farmer’s Market turned me onto a new local start-up, the Hungry Mungry’s. Owner’s Sam and Vince Giacalone started Hungry Mungrys’ after travelling the globe and discovering the importance of flavoring food with loads of spices and using whole food ingredients to maximize their health. Excellent nutrition became the cornerstone of their lifestyle and they began making Paleo friendly meals for local gyms around the area. As their popularity grew, they started delivering to homes and now – that is more of a focus. And during this pandemic, having delicious, wholesome food delivered is a godsend.

Sam and Vince recently gave me a tour of their catering kitchen where I got to know them and their philosophy on health and nutrition. They even gave me a wonderful cheater meal – a salmon bisque made without dairy that was incredible. These two chefs are absolutely adorable. They work beautifully together in the kitchen – and are expecting their first-born soon, a daughter who will be so lucky to be raised by parents who are doing what they love- caring for others through healthy eating. Get to know Sam and Vince of the Hungry Mungry’s.

The Hungry Mungry’s Deliver!

Describe yourself.

Food is our love language. We love food and we love to share new flavors with people. Between traveling for work, school, and our nomadic adventures in Latin America, we have tasted many unique flavors. These flavors inspire us every day in the kitchen.

How did you begin your catering business?

Our younger years were spent struggling with various food allergies. We found the Paleo diet, and with our new-found energy, began to explore what that meant in the kitchen. Lots of time and creative energy in the kitchen plus a desire to start a business that helps people = Hungry Mungry’s.

What is the best piece of advice you were given when you started?

We were showered with encouragement and love, but truly useful advice wasn’t something we received much of. The support from friends, family, and customers keeps us strong and motivated to keep trying new things and pushing forward.

What tool or object could you not live without?

Fire. Working with an amazing gas stove makes all the difference when whipping up the perfect meal.

Name a fear or professional challenge that keeps you up at night?

We have a fear of failure. We have poured our hearts into this endeavor. Some nights our vision of helping people eat healthier is obscured by clouds of mistakes or misfortunes. We try to remember that not all successes are so visible. We have learned vastly from our mistakes and misfortunes and are grateful for all experiences.

What is your no-fail go-to when you need inspiration?

We are fortunate to be surrounded by amazing local business owners. When times are feeling bleak, we love to connect with these friends for new perspectives and motivation. This supportive and strong community is one of our favorite parts of Hungry Mungry’s adventure.

What does the next year hold for you?

Now that is a great question, and one we ask ourselves all the time. What we know for sure is that we will be welcoming our daughter to the world this fall! So all the decisions we make have her in the front of mind.