Culiniste is a Canadian weekly grocery delivery service. They offer a once-a-week subscription service where they deliver all the fresh ingredients you need to make 3 meals, in exactly the right proportions. They’ve designed the experience to teach you fun new recipes, discover new ingredients (some can be hard to find!), save prep time and reduce unnecessary waste. By letting them shop for you, they can bring you fresher and higher-quality food than what's sitting on supermarket shelves, and for better prices! Meal plans are entirely flexible, skip any week free of charge or cancel at any time.
Cost: Small box: 3 meals for 2 people (6 portions total - $59). Big box: 3 meals for 4 people (12 portions total - $115) - Prices include everything (taxes and delivery).
Ships: Ontario & Quebec
Coupon Code: GIRLMEETSBOX - Save $20 off your first box!
I am so pumped to share this review with you! Culiniste allows you to select 3 meals from 6 available recipes and the selections were all very appetizing. They even have vegetarian and gluten-free recipes. I prepared the 3 meals I had chosen this past week and really loved how each one came out! This service is totally great for my family since dinner time tends to be rushed, but with Culiniste it has made it more convenient and we got to try some very tasty dishes!
I was home when the box was delivered, but don't worry if you're at work or out when it arrives, each box is carefully packaged to stay fresh for up to 48 hours after your delivery arrives. Food is packaged with insulated liners and ice packs, it will remain cold and fresh for you until you get home later that evening.
The box was a hefty 15 lbs!
Everything came packaged neatly and they provide a welcome sheet and the 3 recipes.
Rotelle Stir-Fry with Hanger Steak
Rotelle Stir-Fry with Hanger Steak Ingredients
This recipe also featured asparagus and cherry tomatoes. I wasn't sure how much I'd like this dish since I'm particular about Asian cuisine, but this was fantastic! The steak was so tender! We really enjoyed the meal and would definitely make it again.
Warm Beluga Lentil Salad
Warm Beluga Lentil Salad Ingredients
This was a unique salad made with beluga lentils, shredded brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, and feta cheese. This salad was also a hit.
Pan-Seared Chicken Caesar Salad
Pan-Seared Chicken Caesar Salad Ingredients
I love a good caesar salad and this one is probably the best I've ever made! Instead of romaine lettuce, this one was made with kale to provide a fuller flavour and more nutrients. It also includes celery root that I pickled for some crunch. This turned out great and will make it again soon.
I found all the meals did require a fair amount of prep time, but having all the ingredients organized and portioned out, it made cooking go a lot smoother. All the ingredients and I mean all, were very fresh and high quality. They even take into account their packaging which can all be recycled - nothing has to go in the trash. The value is very good with each meal coming in at just over $9. I am so impressed with Culiniste and highly recommend their service! For us, we loved the convenience and being exposed to new recipes. I'm so excited to try new meals every week and can't wait for our next delivery! If you're interested in Culiniste, don't forget you can get $20 off your first box with the coupon code!
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