Whether you’re a novice cook or a trained chef, embarking on cooking something new for the first time can be equal parts challenging and exciting. From finding the best recipe to shopping for all the necessary ingredients to measuring and mixing, there are so many steps where you can go wrong! That's where subscription boxes for chefs and aspiring chefs among us come in. With Cratejoy’s food-and-ingredient-focused boxes, you don’t have to be a _Top Chef _winner to make a delicious meal.
Gone are the tedious tasks of making shopping lists, heading to the grocery store, and doing prep work, because cooking subscription services simplify the process from start to finish, making it stress-free and fun! Sending high-quality ingredients and simple instructions, curators of cooking boxes focus on everyone from spice lovers and heat seekers to grill masters and even picky eaters. From exotic global dishes to 5-star desserts, these wow-worthy culinary creations will impress your (or your favorite foodie's) dinner guests!
Still on the fence? Just remember that making monthly meal delivery services and cooking subscription boxes is a great way to explore new recipes, get expert guidance, and wade into home cooking pinch by pinch.
Tinned Fish Club
Tinned fish is having a moment in the culinary world—and with good reason. Not only is tinned fish a versatile ingredient or snack on its own, it’s also just downright delicious. Not to mention fish comes packed with Omega-3s and other nutritional benefits. From cod to salmon to sardines, with this subscription, you’ll fill your pantry with self-stable fish from around the world.
Why Subscribers Love It: “Excellent product and service. Bought this as a gift and they couldn’t be happier with this box. I am getting my own subscription after seeing the gift.” – Travis C.
Shipping: Ships to select countries from the United States at the end of every month.
Global Kitchen Inspiration Box
A meal subscription of a different sort, the Roaming Radish Box is perfect for foodies and home cooks who want to be inspired by taste sensations from around the world. Each month introduces a new country through the foods they eat, taking you to the Philippines for chicken adobo or Morocco for delicious tagine. Unbox beautifully photographed recipe cards, pantry staples and spices, and get cooking!
Why Subscribers Love It: “I got this for my daughter and she loved it so much that I got another subscription for myself. It is a wonderful way to try different foods from around the world. Absolutely worth every penny!” – Shannon W.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the United States within 3 days of ordering.
The Ultimate BBQ Experience
Calling all carnivores, pitmasters and grill enthusiasts! It's time to fire up that grill and bring barbecue to life with a little help from the Grill Masters Club. Now you can take your grilling game to the next level with a curated box of goodies that have all been tried and tested by the pros. Unpack an assortment of handpicked spice rubs, smoking chips, sauces, marinades and more, along with an online community filled with tips, tricks and recipes.
Why Subscribers Love It: “Our daughter and son-in-law got me this for Christmas. Man is the stuff great! I have made some of the recipes and used a lot of the seasonings. Very well put together.” – Stuart H.
Shipping: Boxes ship worldwide from the United States on or before the 9th of each month.
eat2explore explorer subscription box - a family educational food & culture box
What do you get when you combine global cuisine with cultural education? You get the chance to diversify that kid-friendly meal plan, while teaching kids all about how others are eating. Whether you're chowing down on Mexican tacos or Singaporean chicken satay, eat2explore takes your kiddos to 17 different countries. Grab that passport, cook with essential spices and hard-to-find ingredients, eat and learn!
Why Subscribers Love It: “This has been great for teaching young kids to cook and exploring different countries. They take much of the longer/harder tasks out making this great for weeknight meal.” – Annemarie V.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the United States on the 11th of every month.
Wanderlust Select Duo * Culinary Spice Kits
Skip the takeout and opt for big, bold flavors in a tiny package with a monthly subscription to SpiceBreeze. Offering the perfect opportunity to journey into the wide world of good food, unbox an assortment of freshly ground herbs, spice mixes, and simple recipes to prepare between 2-4 authentic global entrees from different countries around the globe, like Israeli shakshuka, African tomato stew, and Korean bibimbap.
Why Subscribers Love It: “Such a wonderful treat! Makes all of the mail smell amazing, I look forward to getting this every month!” – Jennifer A.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the United States on the 15th of each month.
Piquant Post Flavor Kits
It's no secret that flavorful healthy recipes require high-quality, freshly-ground spices. Piquant Post Flavor Kits is the perfect way to nudge yourself out of your cooking comfort zone, and create exciting and delicious meals. Each box delivers 4 spice mixes and 4 chef-developed recipe cards inspired by different cultural cuisines. Making everything from Vietnamese pho to Indian tandoori chicken is easier than ever!
Why Subscribers Love It: “This is by far my favourite spice subscription, I’ve tried a few different ones. The recipes are extremely easy to follow and delicious & I love that they have the spices for sale on their website in case you want to buy more for future recipes! I’m basically a pro chef now thanks to Piquant Post!” – Sarah S.
Shipping: Ships worldwide from the United States around the 15th of each month.
Spice Madam Monthly Subscription
Adventurous diners and travel lovers alike will love the immersive experience packed into each monthly box from Spice Madam. Subscribers are in for more than just amazing flavors from around the globe, because in addition to the highest quality, gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly spices and seeds, each box brings recipe cards to create flavorful dishes and a curated music playlist to bring the culture to life.
Why Subscribers Love It: “You do not need advanced cooking skills to successfully prepare these easy-to-follow recipes. You don't need hard-to-find supplies. I live in rural Missouri and all the ingredients (not including the spices) were easily procured from my local Kroger - even the ground lamb!” – Pompton Q.
Shipping: Ships from the United States between the 2nd and the 3rd week of the month following your order.
