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# How Are Meals Kept Fresh During Delivery?

## Packaged Fresh, Never Frozen

Your meals are delivered **fresh, never frozen**, and kept at safe refrigerator temperatures during transit. Each shipment is packed with **insulated liners and gel packs** to maintain freshness and quality from our kitchen to your doorstep.

Each meal comes with a printed **best by date**, which is typically one week (7 days) after the customer receives them. 

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