Your Questions, Answered
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Our meals are individual portions, designed to be a satisfying meal for one. Most entrées include approximately 5-6 oz of protein, along with generous portions of grains, vegetables, or other sides. Portion sizes vary a little depending on the dish, and we’ve had plenty of customers tell us they’re generous enough to share.
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Yes! Everything arrives fully cooked and ready to heat and enjoy.
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Most of our meals are designed to be easily reheated in the microwave. Since every dish is a little different, we recommend reheating gently and checking the meal as you go until it reaches your preferred temperature.
We’re working on adding specific reheating instructions to each meal as we continue to refine our process.
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Yes. Our containers are microwave-safe for short periods and are designed to make reheating your meal convenient. We recommend removing the lid before reheating and avoiding prolonged heating.
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Our molded plant-fiber containers are oven-safe. If using a conventional oven, remove the lid and avoid high temperatures or prolonged heating.
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Yes! We use molded plant-fiber packaging that is compostable. Our goal is to use packaging that is practical for storing and reheating your meals while creating less waste.
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Our meals are prepared fresh each week and are intended to be enjoyed throughout the week. We recommend keeping meals refrigerated as soon as you receive them and using your best judgment based on the individual meal and its ingredients.
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We don't have dedicated vegan or gluten-free menus, but many of our dishes naturally fit different dietary needs. We're happy to help you identify dishes that may work for you.
If you have a specific dietary need or allergy, please reach out before ordering. Because we prepare a variety of dishes in our kitchen, we can't guarantee an allergen-free meal or prevent cross-contact. -
Pickup and delivery are currently available on Mondays.
Pickup: Generally 4:00–5:30 PM in Alameda
Delivery: Generally 5:30–7:30 PMWe'll send your pickup or delivery details with your order confirmation.
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Pickup is available in Alameda. Your order confirmation will include the pickup details.
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We currently deliver throughout Alameda and select surrounding East Bay areas. Enter your address at checkout to see whether delivery is available to you.
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Because your meals are prepared fresh and delivered cold, we ask that someone be available to receive your order during the delivery window.
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Delivery is free throughout Alameda Island and Bay Farm. Any applicable delivery fees for other areas will be shown at checkout.
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A new menu drops every Monday at 10 AM for the following Monday's pickup and delivery.
Orders close Friday at 12 PM for Monday pickup and delivery. We cook in limited quantities, so individual dishes may sell out before the ordering deadline. -
Yes. Our minimum order is $60.
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Our weekly menu is designed around a set of dishes and ingredients, so we're generally not able to make individual substitutions or modifications. If you have a question about a particular ingredient or allergen, please reach out before ordering and we'll be happy to help when we can.
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Meals are portioned, labeled, and packed cold after cooking. Each meal is packaged individually so it's easy to store and enjoy throughout the week.
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We make the kind of food we want to eat and the way we feed our own families. We don't want to eat the same thing every day, so we don't think you should have to either. Each week, we aim to offer a variety of flavors, textures, proteins, and vegetables so you have choices depending on what you're in the mood for.
Our menu isn't dictated by an algorithm or a fixed rotation. It's shaped by what's in season, what's available, what looks good at the market, and what we're excited to cook right now. We keep the menu small and change it often so there's always something new to look forward to.