Itās back to school in just over a week. I canāt believe how fast this summer went by. Many of you will be busy organizing your kids for school with shopping trips for new fall clothes, getting your kids back on a school sleep schedule and planning lunch and dinner meals for your families. All of this is a heavy burden on working parents. One way that you can simplify your busy back-to-school schedule is by incorporating eFresh Meals into your life. This meal delivery service allows you to subscribe and order healthy meals prepared by a chef on a weekly basis. eFresh Meals provide a wide variety of choices for different eating profiles, including vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free. Congratulations to Kelly P. who won one weekās worth of eFresh Meals.Ā [Disclosure: I was provided with a weekās worth of complimentary eFresh Meals in order to review them for this blog post.]
I was advised to order my eFresh Meals by Friday in order to receive them on Monday. I placed my order on a Tuesday and ordered Chicken Pad Thai, Teriyaki Salmon, Bacon-Wrapped Beef Kebab, Singapore Rice Noodles and Chicken Shawarma. Each of my meals served one person and ranged from $15.50 to $16.10 each. You can choose to place your order on a one time basis or on a changeable weekly plan that renews every week.
I was advised that the meals would be delivered between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Monday in a refrigerated, temperature-controlled package. eFresh Meals informed me that this package keeps food cold for up to 36 hours in summer heat. I had to go out so I left a note for the delivery person to place the package near our gate, which is out of the sightline of people walking along the sidewalk. When I arrived home, the package had been delivered and placed near our gate as requested.
I received a total of five meals, which I ended up splitting with my mother. The meals I ordered really do serve only one person although family meals, which serve four people, are also available.
I like that the packaging on each meal lists the following features: ingredients, calories, carbohydrates, protein, fats and sodium, as well as directions for heating up in the oven or microwave. I ended up heating my meals in the microwave.
I noticed that these meals had been prepared in a very healthy manner, without a lot of frying or high fat sauces and each meal came with a healthy portion of rice or noodles, suitable for low carb diets. My favourite meal was the Chicken Shawarma. The chicken was juicy and deliciously spiced. The Chicken Pad Thai was given a healthy spin, made with zucchini pasta, peanuts and sprouts. These flavours melded beautifully! The Teriyaki Salmon was cooked well and marinated in the classic sweet and sour sauce. The vegetables served with the Teriyaki Salmon were perfectly cooked al dente – I would have loved more of them!
I enjoyed the Singapore Rice Noodles ā they were lightly stir fried and spicy, just the way I like them. Although the description on the website said that this dish included shrimp, I didnāt notice any unless they were diced very finely.
All in all, I was pleased with the quality of meals I received from eFresh Meals. I can see that eFresh Meals would be a huge time-saver for any working person, whether a parent or not.
Congrats to Kelly P. who won our giveaway of one weekās worth of eFresh Meals, value $100. Giveaway restricted to residents in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) including Burlington, Oakville, Milton, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Toronto, Pickering, Oshawa, Ajax, Whitby, Markham, Kleinburg, Georgetown, and Woodbridge. Must be 18+.
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I am looking forward to the changing colours of the leaves. They are always so spectacular!
Yes, they are, aren’t they. I love taking photos of the gorgeous fall palettes! Cheers, Lori
Today is humid and too hot so I’m looking forward to comfortable temperatures and no more humidity this fall.
So am I. I don’t mind hot weather, but I do not like the humidity! Cheers, Lori
Warming up with a hot beverage.
We’re moving into a new home on Sept 12th, so I’m looking forward to going for long walks around the neighbourhood & local parks to enjoy the beautiful fall colours, fresh cool air, and meeting new people.
Oh, that’s exciting! Yes, it’s fun to go for walks in your neighbourhood and admire the beautiful fall colours! Cheers, Lori
I am looking forward to Fall fashion. I love dressing for Fall.
Yes, so am I. I have always loved fall clothes! Cheers, Lori
I’m looking forward to sweater weather!
Yes, so am I! We’ve had such hot, humid days in Toronto this summer! Cheers, Lori
I’m looking forward to cooler weather!
I am looking forward to crisp air
The fall colours
Cooler temperatures.
The crisp air and mulled cider
I’m looking forward to the fall harvest fairs and the changing colour of the trees!
I can’t wait for sweater weather. It’s the best part about fall
I am looking forward to cooler weather.
Apple picking!
I’m looking forward to cooler temperatures most this fall so I can go outside more. I envy people who aren’t temperature sensitive.
I am looking forward to me and my husband’s birthday, and baby shower this Fall. A week’s worth of eFresh meals will definitely help us. Thanks for the opportunity! Exciting stuff! Fingers crossed.
I am looking forward to many meals at home, with my family and friends.
I am looking forward to my son going to school this fall, he’s starting Junior Kindergarten and in the Fall, I love cozy sweaters and the leaves changing colour!
I am looking forward to the fall colours.
I’m looking forward to getting our family back on a regular schedule.
Yes, I’m sure many parents are! Cheers, Lori
I’m looking forward to fall fashion!
Yes, fall fashion is the best and it’s looking really great in fall 2018! Cheers, Lori
Fall colours and smells.
I am looking forward to warm days and cool nights, and the living landscape fo beautiful Fall colours
The falling leaves, clothes & new makeup & new foods.
Yes, I love fall clothes and fall/winter makeup colours too! Cheers, Lori
im mixed. i love the warmth , the water, the beaches. but im happy to not be fighting the right ac temp in my car and at work lol
Yes, I’m also sorry to see the end of swimming and beaches, but look forward to crisp, cool days and gorgeous fall palettes! Cheers, Lori
hunting and fishin
Love watching the nature changing colours and the fall holidays š
I am looking forward to cooler weather so I can go hiking and not get all sweaty.
Looking forward to cooler temps and less humidity!
Yes, I’m not a fan of the humidity either! Cheers, Lori
Love the smell of fall!
Yes, the smell of leaves, soups, apple crisp lol. Cheers, Lori
Looking forward to the fall colours and for the slower pace that comes after a busy summer š
Less humidity and the lovely Fall colours.
I’m not a huge fan of summer but I love fall. There are so many more things to do plus boot weather & Halloween are amazing!
Yes, I think fall is my favourite season too. It’s just so gorgeous. Cheers, Lori
Hikes
Yes, fall hikes are gorgeous! Cheers, Lori
Iām looking forward to the beautiful colours when the leaves change!
Swimming.
The cooler weather.
Cool weather! Thanks :).
I love watching the leaves change colour
Yes, so do I. They are so beautiful at this time of year! Cheers, Lori
I love the changing leaves!
Yes, aren’t they gorgeous? We’ll see them soon! Cheers, Lori
I love wearing sweaters! Also, the leaves are so beautiful when they change colour.
Yes, I love sweaters too! And the leaves are so beautiful at this time of year! Cheers, Lori
It’s nice they allow options like gluten free.
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