How We Work

At each session we provide juice, coffee, tea, or water. You are welcome to bring your own beverages, like a bottle of wine*, just to add to the fun.

Every month, after previewing our 16 recipes, register for a 2 hour session and choose the six or more meals you'd like to make. If you feel you don't have the time to come in for a session, we can assemble the meals for you for a few cents more per serving.

When you arrive at your session, you'll get a quick tour and a printout of your recipe selections. Then put on your apron and proceed to your prep station to begin assembling. Your station has been customized to your order; all of your utensils and ingredient selections will already be in place. In 10 minutes or less, you can follow the recipe and assemble your first meal.

When your meal is complete, put on the cooking label that contains cooking instructions. Then pack your assembled meals in your cooler for easy transport home.

We're here to clean up after you - how's that for making the most of your time!

*The Dinner Store will not provide or serve alcohol and cannot be held responsible for any guests choosing to consume alcohol during a session.
 

Why The Dinner Store?

Because you are busy. Really busy!

Getting dinner on the table is hard. Our full lives often require us to settle for that quick and greasy packaged stuff. Until now! Take better care of yourself and your family with The Dinner Store.

If you need some convincing, here are a couple of things to consider:

  • Our food is affordable.
    With price points as low as $3.35 per serving, you will be able to put a good meal on the table for less than the cost of going through the drive through at the local fast-food joint, and often times for less than you would be able to prepare it from scratch in your own kitchen.
  • Our food is delicious.
    We work hard to find the freshest ingredients and we know you'll be able to tell the difference.
  • We make it easy.
    Offering online ordering 24 hours a day, there isn't an easier way to get a wholesome and scrumptious dinner on the table. Even busier than the rest of us? With two days notice, we will assemble and package your meals for you to pick up.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. I'm not a great cook. Are these meals easy to prepare at home?
The Dinner Store meals have been designed to reduce or eliminate the preparation at home so that you can use the meal time hours to be with your family rather than standing over a stove. Most meals require only that you take the food directly to a specific cooking method (oven, skillet, grill, crock pot, etc.) and cook for a specified period of time. On occasion we offer meals that require a bit more prep work in your home, but we will be sure to note this on our menu so that you are aware prior to choosing that meal.

Q. What is included in a meal?
Each meal is designed to provide a hearty entree and one side dish.

Q. Can I request modifcations to a recipe?
Of course. These are your meals, so you should make sure that they are prepared the way your family wants them. Whole Grain options and vegetarian options are available when possible.

Q. Does The Dinner Store offer gift certificates?
Yes. The Dinner Store gift certificates are available for purchase at our facility. Simply call or stop by to give the gift of food and time.

Q. I don't have enough freezer space for six or twelve meals - do I have to prepare that many?
You may be surprised that you have more room than you thought - I stopped hoarding the mystery meat, broken popsicles and other items of good intention, and had plenty of freezer room. Many items will be frozen in freezer bags, which do not take up as much room as pans and containers. Because we are promoting preparation efficiency, and our pricing relies on co-operative purchasing, the smallest meal assembly package that is offered is 6 meals.

Q. Can I reschedule or make a change to my order?
We would be happy to assist you with rescheduling or changing your order if necessary. Please be aware, however, if a change to your order is made less than 48 hours prior to your session, some ingredients may not be available. Likewise, a restocking fee may occur for a session rescheduled to a different week. Obviously, there is always an exception. Please contact us to work out your changes.

Q. What is your refund policy?
If there is a problem with any meal in your order, we will issue a refund for the price of that meal or replace it.

 

 

Pricing:

6-11 meals is $3.75 per serving

12 or more meals is $3.35 per serving

Preassembled meals add $.20 per serving

All meals sold in 2 serving increments

 


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