Can Gluten-Free Meal Prep Be Shipped?

How SmashMeals ships prepared meals, what the $30 charge covers, and how to check a perishable-food delivery when it arrives.

Order Meals — View This Week's Menu

Yes. SmashMeals offers $30 flat-rate FedEx Ground shipping for eligible addresses from our dedicated gluten-free Kingsport kitchen. Meals are frozen before dispatch and packed in insulated packaging with gel packs. Confirm the actual destination at checkout and plan for someone to receive the food.

Check eligibility and timing before you pay

Enter the recipient's address to confirm that shipping is available. Regular weekly orders close Thursday 11:59 PM Eastern. Arrival timing depends on the destination and carrier conditions, so use the information supplied for your shipment rather than assuming every box arrives Tuesday.

Read current shipping details and check the total at checkout.

Receiving a perishable-food shipment

USDA's mail-order food guidance says to check the food's temperature on arrival with a food thermometer. If perishable food arrives above 40°F, notify the company and do not eat or taste it. Do not use appearance or the packaging alone to decide whether it is safe.

Read USDA's Mail Order Food Safety guidance. Open the shipment promptly and follow the instructions provided for the meals. Contact SmashMeals if the condition of the food or its instructions are unclear.

Make room before the box arrives

Check your refrigerator or freezer space when deciding what to order. Use the item's label for storage and reheating instructions. Different meals and ingredients do not necessarily have the same storage window, so this guide does not replace the instructions on your package.

What gluten-free preparation tells you

SmashMeals does not share production equipment with gluten-containing food. That is a kitchen practice, not a substitute for checking the dish you buy. Read each item's ingredients and other allergen information, and ask questions before ordering if you need further detail.

Review our kitchen and allergen information and the current menu.

Sending meals to another person

Ask the recipient about food preferences, dietary requirements and storage space. Confirm how they receive packages, especially at a workplace or college, and use their address to check shipping eligibility. A useful gift includes a plan for receiving the food.

Local pickup and delivery are separate options

Local pickup and Tri-Cities home-delivery meals are prepared fresh. Select an available option at checkout and follow its instructions. A local collection day does not establish when a FedEx shipment will arrive.

How ordering works · Pickup locations · Build your order

Frequently asked questions

Does SmashMeals ship refrigerated, never-frozen meals?
FedEx orders are frozen before leaving the kitchen and packed for cold transit. Local pickup and delivery meals are prepared fresh.
What should I do if shipped food arrives warm?
USDA advises checking with a food thermometer. If perishable food arrives above 40°F, notify the company and do not eat or taste it.
Do I need a subscription to order shipped meals?
No. A subscription is optional. Confirm address eligibility and review the $30 shipping charge at checkout.

Order Meals — View This Week's Menu