Meal Kit Reviews

When most people hear the term 'meal kits', Blue Apron is one of the first brands that comes to mind. Founded in 2012, Blue Apron is the front-runner that started the phenomenon that many people are becoming a part of. Everyone can now have simple, healthy meals without having to put in too much effort. Since its popularity started to rise, many other choices for meal kits have been put on the market and many are wondering if Blue Apron measures up to them. But is it worth it? Are the meals complicated? Are the meals delicious and realistic? What if I have allergies? Don’t worry, that is all explained in this honest review.

Meal kit services aren’t the most budget-friendly meal-time solution for Canadians. But along the spectrum of cost, Chefs Plate sits on the most affordable end. You can’t help but wonder if this is an indicator that the quality of the service/ingredients/recipes is lower as well. Does one of Canada’s most affordable meal kit companies come with drawbacks that devalue its service?

Dinnerly is a fast and affordable meal kit option that is positioned for the busy weekday warrior. They offer a wide variety of recipes that are priced below $5 and only require 30-minutes to prepare. Recipes can be picked from a rotating menu online and include no more than six ingredients and steps to prepare. Each recipe card is electronically sent to you so there is no chance of it being misplaced or damaged.

Launched in 2018 by HelloFresh, EveryPlate is the low-cost version of HelloFresh. They offer a smaller variety of recipes but for a very competitive price: $6.49 including shipping. EveryPlate works with "trusty suppliers and genius chefs" to ensure freshness and quality of their meals. Their meal kits come in recyclable packagings. EveryPlate is ideal for low-budgets.

Based in Toronto, Fresh City Farms was originally an online grocery store offering local and organic products. Recently, they've put those ingredients to use in meal kits. Fresh City Farms' meal kits cater to the picky or specific eater. They have vegetarian, vegan, gluten-friendly, dairy-free, soy-free nut-free and paleo options. From chicken burgers to vegan bowls, all their meals look delicious.  

Based in Vancouver, Fresh Prep was founded in 2014 for people in search of an easier answer to the question "what's for dinner?". Fresh Prep sources local and all-natural produce and prioritize organic ingredients. With an emphasis on sustainability, they deliver the meal kits in a reusable insulated cooler bag. Fresh Prep offers plans for couples and families. Price per serving starts at $9.

Global Belly offers Indian and Thai meal kits. There is no plan available, you can just select which recipe you like and they will send a meal kit with all the dry ingredients you need. This means you will still have to buy the most common ingredients. Global Belly is ideal for adventurous cooks who don't mind to get a few ingredients from the store.

Founded in 2014, Gobble offers 15-minute meal kits. They focus on simple meals that are easy and fast to prepare. Gobble is ideal for busy cooks and beginners. They recently launched a new offer named "Lunch Box" to help busy cooks preparing delicious lunch for the week.

Goodfood is a Canadian meal kit company that focuses on providing easy-to-follow recipes that cater to all cooking levels and styles. They offer five different meal plan options that can be a simple and quick recipe or a unique culinary experience the entire family to enjoy. They also have a charity component. For every box purchased, Goodfood will contribute a meal to a child in need.

Founded in 2014, Green Chef offers GMO-free and organic meal kits. They are a USDA-certified company and work on providing sustainable ingredients of the highest quality. They work closely with farmers, fisherman, and ranchers to source wholesome and natural ingredients. Green Chef offers a wide variety of dietary plans, including keto, paleo, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free. Their meal kits are ideal for people looking to cook organic food and eat healthily.

HelloFresh is one of the largest meal-kit companies in the world and has established operations in Canada, Western Europe, and the United States. They offer three types of meal plan options that are geared towards families, vegetarians, and people just looking for quick meals. Each recipe is inspired by one of HelloFresh's expert chefs and features seasonal, farm-fresh ingredients that are pre-measured and delivered to your door. They also provide discounts to students and offer a convenient app to help manage your orders.