Frequently Asked Questions

What is Premade?

Premade is a fresh meal delivery service based in Invercargill, New Zealand. We cook meals fresh daily using locally sourced ingredients and deliver them chilled to your door.

Are the meals fresh or frozen?

Our meals are cooked fresh daily and delivered chilled. They are never frozen before delivery.

Who is Premade for?

Everyone — athletes, busy professionals, families, students, shift workers, elderly, people living with disabilities. Anyone who wants fresh, nutritious meals without daily cooking.

What's the minimum order?

The minimum order is 6 meals.

What are the order cut-off times?

11:59pm Monday for Wednesday delivery. 11:59pm Wednesday for Friday delivery.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Orders can be modified or cancelled before the cut-off time. Contact us if you need help.

Do you offer subscriptions?

Yes — you can set up automatic weekly deliveries so your meals arrive without having to reorder each week. You can also order as a one-off any time.

Do you offer gift vouchers?

Gift vouchers are coming soon — this feature is currently hidden on the site.

What's the new customer offer?

Sign up to our mailing list and save $20 across your first two orders ($10 off each order, minimum spend $89).

What days do you deliver?

Every Wednesday and Friday, NZ-wide (non-rural addresses only).

Do you deliver to rural addresses?

At this stage we cannot deliver to rural addresses for chilled meals. Use the address validator in the cart to check your address.

How much is delivery?

Delivery fees are calculated at checkout based on your address. Free shipping on orders over $120.

What if I'm not home when the courier arrives?

We recommend leaving delivery instructions (safe place) where available and refrigerating meals as soon as possible after delivery.

How do I track my order?

You'll receive a tracking link once your order is dispatched. Tracking may take a short time to activate after the courier scan.

How long do the meals last?

Fridge: 4 days from delivery. Freezer: up to 3 months (freeze before the Best Before date).

How do I heat the meals?

Microwave: Remove sleeve, pierce film, 3 min on high, peel back and stir, 1 more minute, sit 1 minute, enjoy. Oven: 180°C, remove film, cover with foil, 12–15 minutes until piping hot.

Do you list ingredients and allergens?

Yes — ingredient and allergen information is on each product page. Contact us before ordering if you have specific concerns.

What if there's an issue with my order?

Use our Report an Issue page or contact us directly and we'll sort it quickly.