Recipe kits

Recipe Kit

Riverford

4.8

Riverford delivers organic veg boxes from its own farms and trusted growers. You can choose a set box if you like the seasonal surprise or build your own by adding individual items. It is a flexible setup that still keeps a seasonal focus, and you can top up with organic essentials as long as you meet the minimum spend. The service lets you choose which weeks you want a box, and you can amend your order up to two days before delivery. Riverford also offers Veg Alerts so you can avoid up to three items, and the app gives you a two-hour delivery window with live updates. This is a strong fit if you want organic produce but do not want a rigid subscription. It suits households that like seasonal eating, want control over what arrives, and appreciate a delivery window you can plan around. Prices vary by box, delivery is free, and the minimum order depends on the box type and add-ons. You can choose vegetarian and vegan-friendly boxes and keep things organic throughout. If you want organic produce with enough flexibility to avoid waste, Riverford’s box options and Veg Alerts make it easy to steer what arrives. It keeps the weekly shop simple.

• Organic veg boxes from Riverford growers
• Set boxes or build your own
• Top up with organic essentials

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Pasta Evangelists

4.6

Pasta Evangelists focuses on fresh pasta and restaurant-quality dishes delivered to your door. You can order cook-at-home recipe kits, fresh pasta meals, or sauces and bundles from their menu. It is a premium option that leans into Italian authenticity and chef-led recipes, with plenty of variety across the menu. This service is a good pick if you love pasta and want a convenient way to serve something that feels special without going out. The menu includes vegetarian options, favourites, and specials, so you can keep things interesting. If you want to build your own box, you can mix dishes and sides to suit the week. It works well for date nights, weekend treats, or anyone who wants restaurant-quality pasta at home without the hassle of making it from scratch. Prices vary by dish, delivery costs £3.99, and there is no minimum order. You can pick vegetarian options and mix and match favourites, specials, and bundles. If you want a premium pasta night without the faff, this lets you choose exactly what you fancy and keep the cooking time short. It suits smaller households too, as you can order just a couple of dishes without committing to a big box. It feels like a treat without the effort.

• Fresh pasta dishes and sauces
• Weekly menu with favourites and specials
• Create-your-own boxes and bundles

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Abel & Cole

4.5

Abel & Cole delivers organic fruit and veg boxes with seasonal produce from trusted growers. The contents change weekly, so you get a mix of staples and seasonal surprises, and you can set dislikes or use Fruit & Veg Box Swaps to make the box feel more tailored. It is a good way to keep the fridge stocked with organic produce without doing a big weekly shop. Deliveries run weekly on a set day for your area, but you can still change, skip, or cancel when you need to. Abel & Cole also lets you add organic groceries and pantry essentials, so you can build a fuller order in one place. They highlight the impact side too: for each fruit and veg box sold, they donate fresh produce to people in need. If you want seasonal, organic produce with a bit of control and a clear weekly routine, this service fits the bill and keeps things simple to manage. Prices vary by box, delivery costs £3.50, and the minimum order depends on the box type. You can choose vegetarian and vegan-friendly boxes, and the produce stays 100% organic. If you want to keep your weekly shop straightforward and support organic farming without giving up flexibility, Abel & Cole offers a consistent routine with room to tailor the contents.

• Organic fruit and veg boxes
• Seasonal produce with curated add-ons
• Weekly delivery with flexible skip/cancel

Recipe Kit

Planthood

4.5

Planthood sits between a recipe box and a ready meal. You get chef-made mains, sauces, and garnishes, then finish the dish with fresh veg and grains at home. The weekly menu follows the seasons, and the team builds recipes around real-food ingredients with no additives or UPFs. That keeps cooking quick but still gives you the satisfaction of putting the meal together yourself. You can choose meals from the weekly menu, skip weeks, or pause when you need to. The cook time stays short, which makes it useful for busy evenings. Planthood suits people who want plant-based meals that feel more fresh and tailored than a ready meal but quicker than a full recipe kit. If you care about ingredients and want a simple routine without much prep, this service hits a good middle ground and keeps your weeknight cooking easy and consistent. Prices start from £6.99 per serving, delivery is free, and the minimum order is three meals. The menu stays fully plant-based and focuses on no-UPF, real-food ingredients, which helps if you want clean labels without overthinking it. If you value fast cooking and a short ingredient list, Planthood suits a weeknight routine that feels healthy and manageable. It keeps weeknight cooking light on prep.

• Chef-made sauces and garnishes plus fresh veg
• Seasonal weekly menu with flexible subscription
• Real-food ingredients with no additives or UPFs

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Feast Box

4.4

FeastBox delivers world-cuisine recipe kits with 12 recipes each week. You choose portions for two or four people, then receive pre-measured ingredients and recipe cards. The menu covers a mix of cuisines and includes vegetarian and vegan options, so you can keep weeknight dinners interesting without spending ages planning. The service suits people who like to try new flavours but still want the structure of a recipe kit. You can pick your delivery slot, skip weeks, and keep things flexible. FeastBox makes it easy to cook something different without hunting for recipes or sourcing hard-to-find ingredients. If you enjoy variety and want a simple way to bring global flavours into your kitchen, this one feels easy to stick with. Prices start from £4.00 per serving, delivery is free, and the minimum order is two recipes. The menu includes vegetarian and vegan options alongside meat dishes, so you can mix meals for different preferences. If you want global flavours without hunting for ingredients, the weekly menu and portioned box make it easy to get a new cuisine on the table. If you cook for two or four and want variety without extra planning, the weekly menu makes that easy to keep on top of.

• 12 recipes each week across global cuisines
• Portions for two or four people
• Pre-measured ingredients with recipe cards

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Simply Cook

4.3

Simply Cook posts you a letterbox-sized box with four recipe kits and step-by-step recipe cards. You add 4–6 fresh ingredients from your own kitchen, then cook flavourful meals in around 15–20 minutes. The recipe library is large, with 100+ options, and it covers plenty of cuisines, so it keeps weeknight dinners from feeling samey. Because you supply the fresh ingredients, you get more control and less waste than a full ingredient box. You can tweak meals to suit your tastes, use what you already have, and keep costs down. The subscription stays flexible too, with easy changes, pauses, or cancellations online. If you want new ideas and bold flavours without a bulky delivery or loads of packaging, Simply Cook is a tidy option. It suits smaller households, busy weeknights, and anyone who enjoys cooking but wants the inspiration and flavour sorted for them. Boxes start at £9.99 for four recipe kits, with £1.99 delivery, and prices sit around £2.50–£3.00 per serving. It offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, so you can still make it work with common dietary needs. If you want a low-cost way to keep midweek dinners interesting and you already keep basic ingredients in the cupboard, this is a handy fit.

• Letterbox delivery with 4 recipe kits
• Add 4-6 fresh ingredients from your kitchen
• 15-20 minute recipes