Yum Bug is a small company, based in North London, that is on a mission to create a more sustainable food system through taking edible insects mainstream. Insects are one of the most sustainable proteins in the world and we believe they can play a big role in our fight against climate change. Yum Bug was started by co-founders Leo and Aaron in Leo's parents' garage cooking up insect recipes. The team has now expanded to 5, working from a small studio in North London and we have begun producing our own insect-based meat alternatives. 
The main goal of our business is to introduce a new sustainable superfood in a delicious and recognisable form. We ensure that everything we do is as sustainable as possible, from sourcing our insects from Cambridge as to reduce food miles to  using biodegradable packaging. We cook a number of different items with our meat alternatives and can be adaptable to any requests. Currently our favourites are American or Asian cuisines. We have a very small, friendly and professional team that can give your event a tailored experience.  

Thin strips of cricket meat, coated and pan-fried in sticky teriyaki sauce and served on a bed of sticky rice. 

Teriyaki Cricket Strips

Soft, steamed bao buns filled with shredded lettuce, spicy mayo and delicious fried sweet-chilli bug nuggets. 

Bug Nugget Bao 

This deep-fried (almost) classic is encrusted in a cornflake coating and served with a spicy mayo and asian slaw.

Fried Cricket Burger

Our cheeseburger is fried and basted in butter and garlic, and served in a toasted brioche bun with cheese and salad. 

Yum Bug

About Yum Bug

Cricket Cheeseburger

Fried Cricket Burger

Bug Nugget Bao

Teriyaki Cricket Strips