Everyone has a unique approach to meal prep and cooking. And it's not just a matter of passion; it's influenced by one's daily routine, skills and personal preferences. With countless meal subscription boxes clamoring for our attention, finding the perfect one can be challenging.
That's why two of our writers, a passionate hobby chef and a busy mum with limited cooking skills, tried out HelloFresh.
Whether you cook for yourself or a family, for pleasure or necessity, read on for our in-depth HelloFresh review, or skip to:
- What is HelloFresh?
- How does HelloFresh work?
- Hobby Chef HelloFresh Review
- Busy Mum HelloFresh Review
- Is HelloFresh worth it?
What is HelloFresh?
HelloFresh is a meal kit delivery service that delivers pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow recipes right to your door. Each week, you can select from 38+ recipes tailored to your dietary preferences and lifestyle goals. The ingredients are fresh and come organised in individual meal kit bags, making it simple to prepare home-cooked meals without the hassle of extensive meal planning or supermarket shopping.
How does HelloFresh work?
You sign up on the HelloFresh website or app just like any subscription service. During the signup process, you can select your dietary preferences ( vegetarian, family-friendly, calorie-smart, and more), the number of meals per week, and the number of servings per meal.
Each week, you choose your favourite meals from their weekly rotating menu that features 38+ delicious recipes. Or you can allow HelloFresh to decide which meals are best for you based on your preferences. And voilà: all the ingredients for your selected meals are sent straight to your door along with easy-to-follow recipes. HelloFresh’s subscription is really flexible — you can pause or cancel at any time.
The best part? HelloFresh offers up to $175 off off across your first 6 boxes, with meals starting from only $6.50 per serving!
HelloFresh Review by Hudson, the Passionate Hobby-Chef
For my first week, I ordered the Garlic & Herb Salmon & Roasted Potatoes, the Moroccan Lentil, Currant & Veggie Stew, and the Creole Pork & Zesty Roast Pumpkin Slaw.
I started with the quickest dish — the Mediterranean Salmon — ready in only 30 minutes.
Amazingly, I had no idea how easy and time-saving it is to cook with pre-portioned ingredients. The instructions are easy to follow and even include photos that make the recipes suitable for all abilities.
The salmon was fresh and the Parsley Yoghurt Dip was truly genius. Initially, I expected the meals to be bland, but HelloFresh sends intriguing spices with each recipe. So the Garlic & Herb Seasoning added some surprising flavors to this one — not boring at all!
The Moroccan Lentil, Currant & Veggie Stew took under 30 minutes to prepare and tasted heavenly. The Creole Pork & Zesty Roast Pumpkin Slaw dish is my favourite — so juicy and crispy. I’ll definitely cook this meal again and invite my friends over.
As someone who loves to explore new recipes, HelloFresh offers lots of variety — from good old classics to international delights. I now enjoy trying out all of HelloFresh’s latest combinations and flavours.
HelloFresh Review by Isla, the busy mom who'd rather not
With my busy job, I usually order takeaway to feed my family of 5. Besides the guilt about not feeding my kids homemade meals, it’s expensive! — not to mention boring since we stick to the same restaurants. But cooking is not an option for me. I don't have time to plan meals and shop for all the ingredients. And, honestly, I have little experience in the kitchen.
For some reason, I thought meal kits would be a hassle. But when I went on the HelloFresh site and discovered their Kid-Friendly recipes, I got excited.
For the first week, I went for the Southeast Asian Chicken & Garlic Rice, the Chermoula-Spiced Beef & Rainbow Slaw Tacos, and the Herby Cherry-Glazed Chicken & Garlic Mash.
Some of the dishes looked complicated to cook so I was a bit nervous. But the step-by-step instructions are really helpful. It’s simpler than I thought — even my kids helped along and loved it. All dishes were ready to serve in less than 30 minutes and taste so much better than the reheated takeaway we usually have.
Each HelloFresh meal is packed with seasonal produce, nutritious proteins, and whole grains, ensuring the kids get all the important nutrients. I’m so proud of myself. I can cook such wholesome meals from scratch. And I’m so happy to see my kids' smiles after cleaning up their plates night after night.
Is HelloFresh worth it?
Hudson:
Overall, I enjoy cooking meals that arrive each week with pre-portioned ingredients. It makes the process smooth and I don't miss the supermarket runs — far from it! I was pleasantly surprised with the results. The dishes turn out wonderful and my partner adores them, too. So yes, HelloFresh is completely worth it, if you want to eat delicious meals while saving time and money.
Isla:
While a bit more work than ordering takeaway — and a few more dishes to clean up — this means my kids get to eat nutritious meals. On top of that, we're saving so much money, it's worth sticking with HelloFresh. Meals start at only $6.50 per serving!
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