I chose Hello Fresh because most people felt there was more variety in the meals. They've got a handy app that lets you look ahead at what's coming and allows you to swap out meals that contain something you don't like. They work with farms to provide food just for them, so its not like those frozen microwave dinners that were never ever fresh.
I also liked that Hello Fresh gives you the ability to choose any day of the week for your meal kits to arrive. That was important to me because we eat out on Fri, Sat, and Sun so I didn't want the 3 meals for 2 people to show up on Wed or Thurs. I selected Mon delivery so I'd have fresh food on the nights we eat at home.
I like that the meals are thought out for me. The main reason I hate going to the grocery store is because I get there and can't think what to buy for dinners for the week. This takes care of it for me. It also ensures that everything I need for the recipe is there, so no forgetting a key ingredient while at the grocery store. The kit includes the correct amount of everything so there's no left-over ingredients and no waste.
I also like that this is a set portion size which will prevent overeating. Sometimes I catch myself eating more than I should because I don't want to save/put away a small amount of left-over food. These are normal size portions and most are under 550 calories.
The only downside I can see is that it will likely require the use of more pots and pans than I'm used to using (I'm the king of 1-pot meals) so that means more hand washing since pots and pans never seem to get completely clean in the dishwasher. But I think it will be worthwhile for all the convenience and healthy, fresh food.
I think this is going to be so good for me! My 1st order arrives next Mon so I'll post again after I've made a few meals.
4 comments:
I know dr. spo is using blue apron.
I would be interested in hearing your take on this product.
I have seen these too. I have always thought when working they'd come in handy to cut down on market stops and grocery visits. I would look forward to a follow post on your feedback, as to the mix of meals and quality/taste.
I hope you give reports on how it works; I use Blue Apron but I am keen to change if there is some clear advantage to Hello Fresh.
Looking forward to your review. We've considered one of these services as well, for ease and variety, assuming I can get gluten free meals.
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