We use dry ice which is CO2 in a frozen state of –109 degrees. You must be careful not to touch the ice. Dispose once the products are removed.

The entrees are beautifully garnished and packaged in either plastic or pyrex glass containers with detailed reheating instructions.

Answer: Most commercially prepared frozen produce has been blanched in boiling water to destroy the enzymes that digest the foods. The enzymatic digesting process causes the food to wilt and discolor. Commercially speaking, this would limit the marketability and shelfability of the food, so it has to be blanched to increase shelf life. So it is still virtually identical to 'cooked food', because it has been "cooked", (blanched).

Add only the amount that will freeze within 24 hours, which is usually two or three pounds of food per cubic foot of storage space. Overloading slows down the freezing rate. Also, foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality.

All express packages requires a signature. No package will be left if no one is there to sign for it.

No. All of our food is made and delivered fresh to your event. We love food. We want you to love our food.

Refrigerator-freezer combinations can be used for storing frozen food if the freezer is a true freezer (will maintain 0°F or less) and not just a freezing compartment. A better quality product will be maintained at 0°F or less. If a freezing compartment is used, store food for only one to two weeks.

Foods stay frozen longer if the freezer remains unopened, is full, is in a cool place and is well insulated. Usually food in a loaded freezer will stay frozen for two to four days, depending on its size. A half-filled freezer will keep food frozen only about 24 hours. Cover the freezer with blankets, keeping them away from the compressor, to help hold the cold.

So that you have the option of feeding your baby immediately or freezing the meals for later, they are delivered to you fresh, not frozen. That way, you choose what's suitable for your family's needs.

For best results, thaw all meat in the refrigerator. This allows for juicier, more flavorful meats. However, very good results can be obtained by cooking your steaks while still frozen. Just remember to allow more cooking time. The microwave oven provides an alternative for thawing your meat, although it is our least recommended method. Fish and vegetables can be successfully grilled frozen.

Frozen food inter – leaved with GLAD® Go-Between (e.g. T-bone steak, slices of bacon, chops, e.t.c.). It is easy to separate so only the amount required is taken from the freezer. This saves thawing the entire package.

Because Paws and Claws Pet Pantry uses only the highest human grade quality ingredients it can be treated just like any other foods you purchase for your personal use. The freezer "shelf life" of our vacuum sealed foods is up to 1 year. Thawed meals may be kept in the fridge for a maximum of 2 days for optimal nutrient value.

With the innovation of air-blast freezing our food is frozen in minutes rather than hours. This means that all the true flavours of the food are retained and the texture is perfect, so you get food that tastes, looks and smells home-prepared. Freezing also means that we do not need artificial additives or preservatives in our food, so you can be assured that you are getting a wholesome product that is healthier for you and your family.

Frozen products generally have a best before date on each packet. They last- between 12 to 18 months if stored under ideal domestic storage conditions, which is at temperatures between –15 to –18 degrees Celsius.

Grains and Beans are packed in either Regular Buckets (RB) or Super Pails (SP). Occasionally, you will see the abbreviation (NP) this stands for 'Nitro pails'. They have been replaced with Regular Buckets (RB). A regular bucket is a food grade white plastic 6 gallon bucket, with the foods packed inside. Oxygen Absorbers have been added to the bucket prior and after adding the foods. The bucket is sealed with a gasket lid which forms an airtight seal.