The Forge

Ordered the sourdough side with the stew and it came in a proper bag, still warm enough that I didn't need to reheat it. I've cooked a lot from scratch over the years so I know what good bread tastes like, and this held its crust well. The stew needed a pinch of salt. Delivery was early and the driver left it at the door as asked.

Compared with buying everything separately from the supermarket and then binning half of it, this is much less wasteful. I cook for one most nights and the portions are right for me, the sauces are proper and the rice or veg is already in the tray so I'm not juggling pans. Only thing is I'd like a bit more choice on the vegetarian side, but that's a small gripe.

Delivery has been dependable every week since I started, which is what I value most. The dishes reheat without drying out, and the instructions are printed large enough for my eyes. My only wish is that the cooking times were given in minutes as well as the oven settings. I have been very content with the service.

I ordered the fish dish in the hope of something light, but the portion was smaller than I had anticipated and the fish was a little overcooked when I reheated it. The sauce was pleasant enough. When I contacted the team about it, the reply took three days to arrive, which was rather longer than I would have liked. The delivery itself was on time and well packed.

I would say this is very good value for the money, the dishes are well balanced and the instructions are clear. The cottage pie came out piping hot after the stated time and the potato topping was properly crisp. One small matter was the delivery window, which was a bit broad, but the driver was courteous. I'd order again.

Compared with the bigger meal kits I've used, this one's noticeably less generous with the protein and the sides felt an afterthought. The recipes are simple enough to follow, but the veg came a little bruised. Delivery was fine and the price sits in the middle for what you get. Fair enough for a weeknight but I wouldn't rush to reorder.

Tried a few boxes before settling on this one and the sauces are the best bit. The recipes are easy enough to follow on a Tuesday night and everything came cold and fresh.

Got the chicken and chorizo traybake as my first order. Took about 35 minutes start to finish like it said on the card. Chorizo was properly smoky and the veg had caught at the edges in the best way. Packaging was tidy, everything labelled, and the ice packs had held up well.

I've had the same weekly box for about four years now and the chicken tikka is still the one I order most. The recipes have stayed consistent, which I'm grateful for. Delivery has been reliable through all the seasons. The only change I'd suggest is a larger print on the labels.

I signed up expecting the weekly plan to be straightforward, but the cancellation process was confusing and it took several attempts before I got a clear answer. The meals themselves were acceptable, though the lamb was rather tough. Delivery was late on one occasion without any warning. I do not think I shall be returning.

Compared it to the supermarket meal deals and it's a bit pricier but the food is way better. Signed up in two minutes on my phone. Box turned up on time, sorted.

Wanted something healthier for the week without doing all the shopping. I tried a few options before picking this one. The salmon dish was lovely and the packaging is easy to recycle. Everything came cold and on time.

Needed something to cook for my sister when she came to stay and didn't want to plan a whole menu. Ordered the set and it all came together in under an hour. Everything was fresh, the herbs in particular were lovely. Would have liked a bit more of the dessert but that's a small thing.

The sauces are the best bit, honestly they're far better than the jarred stuff I was buying before. I tried a couple of other boxes first and this one stood out for the flavour. The delivery slot was a little later than I'd hoped on the first order but it arrived in good nick and everything was labelled well.

Needed something quick to cook after lectures and not blow my budget. Ordered it on a Sunday and it turned up Tuesday, honestly was buzzing. Food was lush, the chicken was proper juicy and the portions are big enough that I got two lunches out of it. Would get it again, the app is easy to skip weeks on too.

Needed meals sorted for the week because I kept ordering takeaway. Signed up on the app in like five minutes. Food's decent, the pasta one was my fave. One delivery came a bit late but they sorted it.

Honestly really good, the curry was proper tasty and the rice came with it so no extra faff. The sauce was a bit salty for me though, so I'd add less water next time. Delivery was on time and the box was cold when it arrived. Would order again, just might skip the extra spice pack.

Compared it to doing a weekly shop and buying the same bits separately, and it works out cheaper per portion once you count the waste I used to throw away. The meals are fine rather than amazing, a bit small on the carbs for my husband. Delivery was reliable every week. I'd like the price a touch lower for the smaller plan but it's a decent deal.

The live tracking on the delivery is what got me. Knew exactly when the van would be outside, and it was within the window. Food was fresh, nothing squashed. Typing this in the car park.