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The food will be delivered to your home at refrigeration temperatures. We encourage you to put it in the fridge as soon as possible for later consumption. If you plan to eat it later on in the week or month, we encourage you to freeze it.
To avoid food borne illnesses, the food should not be exposed to room temperatures for more than 4 hours. Please have a cooler outside for us to leave the food to keep it as safely as possible.
We will be doing our delivery rounds within a 4 hour window to ensure the food is not exposed longer than needed to unsafe temperatures. We will ring the bell or knock at your location and then send you a text when the food has been left at your door.
We politely ask that you do not open the door when we ring your bell. This will help keep you safe and also keep our drivers safe .For the safety of all, wait until the driver has reached their vehicle to collect your yummy food.
Even though we are taking all the precautions to make sure your containers/food is safe from COVID-19, we need your help to take the extra step so we can be sure you will remain as healthy as possible.
Place the entire delivery in your sink. Do not casually lean a container against your clothes. Do not place the containers in your fridge.
Empty food containers onto plates and put containers directly in the trash or recycling bin. You want to make sure that there is not any possibility of the virus accidentally making its way into your kitchen via counters, clothes, utensils, and hands.
Change the food to another container that has been clean and sanitized if you wish to keep your food in your fridge or freezer.
When reheating the food, make sure you take it to the right temperature. Even though your food was cooked to safe temperatures, we want to ensure that when you eat it is as yummy as we intended it to be. Microwave, oven or a skillet/pan over stove top will do, just make sure to heat it up, thaw it or preserve it the right way.
When reheating your food, remove it from the microwave as soon as it is reheated. Do not leave your food in the microwave as it will be dry, hard and like beef jerky if you do.
When in doubt call or text us (970 821 51 16).Your prep should be easy, simple and common sense will do, but know that we are here for you.
If you decided that half of what you ordered is enough for today, and you want to have some leftovers for the next days, eat it before the fourth day. If you want to freeze it, make sure you are putting it in a freezer safe container. Do not eat food that has been in your freezer in excess of three months.

Reheating Instructions &
General knowledge

When reheating leftovers, proper handling is key for your health and your meal’s taste.

Here’s what to do:

Cool leftovers as quickly as possible (within 2 hours), store in the fridge and eat within 3–4 days.
Alternatively, freeze leftovers for 3–4 months. After this point, they are still considered safe to eat — but texture and flavor may be compromised.
Frozen leftovers should be properly defrosted before heating by transferring them to your fridge or using the defrost setting on your microwave. Once defrosted, refrigerate and eat within 3–4 days.
It is safe to reheat partially defrosted leftovers using a saucepan, microwave or oven. However, reheating will take longer if the food is not completely thawed.
Reheat leftovers until steaming hot throughout — they should reach and maintain 165°F (70°C) for two minutes. Stir food while reheating to ensure even heating, especially when using a microwave.
Do not reheat leftovers more than once.
Do not refreeze leftovers that have already been defrosted.
Serve reheated leftovers immediately.

Extra Information on How
to Reheat Specific Items

Steak

The most common complaints with reheated steak are dried out, rubbery or tasteless meat. However, certain reheating methods retain flavor and moisture. Keep in mind that leftover meat usually tastes better when heated from room temperature — so leave it out of the fridge for about 10 minutes before reheating.

Option 1: Oven

If you have time to spare, this is the best way to reheat steak to keep it tender and flavorful.

Set your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Place the steak on a wire rack inside a baking tray. This allows the meat to cook thoroughly on both sides.
Once the oven is preheated, put the steak inside and cook for around 20–30 minutes, checking regularly. Depending on the thickness of the steak, cooking times will vary.
The steak will be ready once warm (100–110°F or 37–43°C) — but not piping hot — at the center.
Serve with gravy or steak sauce. Alternatively, sear each side of the steak in a pan with butter or oil for a crispy texture.

Option 2: Microwave

This is the best option if you’re short on time. Microwaving often dries steak out, but this can be prevented with a few simple steps:

Set the steak in a microwavable dish.
Drizzle some steak sauce or meat gravy over the top of the steak and add a few drops of oil or butter.
Cover the microwavable dish.
Cook on medium heat, turning the steak every 30 seconds or so until it’s warm but not too hot. This shouldn’t take longer than a couple of minutes.

Option 3: Pan

This is another speedy way to reheat steak to keep it deliciously tender.

Add some beef broth or gravy to a deep pan.
Heat the broth or gravy until it simmers, but don’t let it boil.
Next, add the meat and let it heat until warm throughout. This should only take a minute or two.

Chicken and Certain Red Meats

Reheating chicken and certain red meats can often lead to dried, tough food. In general, meat is best reheated using the same method in which it was cooked.

It’s still possible to reheat chicken and other red meat safely without drying out your meal.

Option 1: Oven

This method takes the most time but is the best option for moist, succulent leftovers.

Set your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Add meat to a baking tray, followed by a dash of oil or butter. Cover with aluminum foil to prevent it from drying out.
This method usually takes at least 10–15 minutes. However, the length of time will depend on the type and amount of meat.
Remember to check that the meat is reheated thoroughly before serving.

Option 2: Microwave

Reheating meat in a microwave is certainly the quickest option. However, reheating anything more than a couple of minutes usually results in dry food.

Place the meat in a microwavable dish.
Add a small amount of water, sauce or oil to the meat and cover with a microwave-safe lid.
Microwave on medium heat for as long as necessary for the food to be evenly and thoroughly cooked.

Option 3: Pan

Although it’s a less popular option, chicken and other meats can certainly be reheated on the stovetop. You should keep the heat low to avoid overcooking. If you don’t have a microwave or are short on time, this is a good method.

Add some oil or butter to the pan.
Place the meat in the pan, cover and heat on a medium-low setting.
Turn the meat over halfway through to ensure it’s cooked evenly.

Fish

Fish can be reheated similarly to meat. However, the thickness of the filet has a big impact on overall flavor. Fatter cuts of fish — such as steaks of salmon will retain texture and flavor better than thinner ones.

Option 1: Microwave

This is a good option if you are short on time and the fish isn’t breaded or battered. Keep in mind that this option usually results in a fishy smell in your kitchen.

Sprinkle water or oil on the fish before placing it in a microwavable dish.
Cover the dish and heat on low to medium power for 20–30 seconds at a time, checking regularly until the fish is done but not overcooked.
Flip the filet over regularly to ensure even heating.

Option 2: Oven

This is a good option for retaining moisture and taste. However, it does require more time.

Set your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Unless the fish is breaded or battered, wrap it in foil and place on a baking tray.
Cook for 15–20 minutes or until the center is steaming hot.

Option 3: Pan

Sautéed, grilled and baked fish reheat well when heated or steamed in a pan.

To heat:

Add oil or butter to a pan.
Place on medium-low heat. Add the fish.
Cover the pan with a lid and check every few minutes, turning regularly.

To steam:

Wrap the fish loosely in foil.
Place in a steamer or rack over boiling water in a covered pan.
Steam for around 4–5 minutes or until the fish is fully cooked.

Rice

Rice — especially reheated rice — carries a risk of food poisoning if not handled or reheated correctly. It’s best to serve rice as soon as it’s been cooked, then cool it within one hour and refrigerate it for no more than a few days before reheating.

Below are some good options for reheating rice.

Option 1: Microwave

If you are short on time, this is the quickest and most convenient way to reheat rice.

Add the rice to a microwavable dish alongside a sprinkle of water.
If the rice is stuck together, break it up with a fork.
Cover the dish with a suitable lid or wet paper towel and cook on high heat until hot throughout. This usually takes 1–2 minutes per portion.

Option 2: Pan-Steam

This option requires a bit more time than microwaving but is still speedy.

Add the rice and a splash of water to a saucepan.
If the rice is stuck together, break it up with a fork.
Cover the pan with a suitable lid and cook on low heat.
Stir the rice regularly until hot.

Option 3: Oven

Although it takes more time, reheating rice in the oven is another good option if a microwave isn’t handy.

Put the rice in an oven-safe dish alongside some water.
Adding butter or oil can prevent sticking and boost flavor.
Break up the rice with a fork if it’s stuck together.
Cover with a suitable lid or aluminum foil.
Cook at 300°F (150°C) until hot — usually 15–20 minutes.

Roasted Vegetables

By far the best equipment for reheating roasted vegetables is the top broiler or grill in your oven. This way, the veggies retain their delicious flavor and texture.

Broil or Grill

Turn the top broiler or grill on medium-high for a few minutes to warm it up.
Lay leftover vegetables on a baking sheet in a baking tray. There’s no need for oil.
Place the baking tray under the grill for 1–3 minutes before turning the vegetables over and repeating for another 1–3 minutes.

Casseroles and Single-Pot Dishes

Casseroles and one-pot meals — such as sautéed, stir-fried or steamed veggies — are easy to make and are great for batch cooking. They are easy to reheat, too.

Option 1: Microwave

This is a quick and easy way to heat up your leftover casserole or one-pot dish.

Place the food in a microwavable dish, spreading out in an even layer if possible.
Cover with a slightly damp paper towel or sprinkle with water to prevent drying.
Heat as appropriate. You may want to microwave individual dishes separately because different foods cook at different rates. For example, meat takes longer to reheat than vegetables.
Make sure you regularly stir your dish for even heating.

Option 2: Oven

This option is best for casseroles but not so great for anything stir-fried, sautéed or steamed.

Heat the oven to 200–250°F (90–120°C).
Place the leftovers in an oven-safe dish and cover with aluminum foil to maintain moisture.
Reheating time will vary depending on the leftovers.