My Thoughts on RUTABAGO: The Truth About These Ready-Made Organic Meals

For years now, I’ve been buying organic and seasonal products to prepare my meals. However, I sometimes struggle with coming up with new recipes.

When I discovered Rutabago, I was immediately eager to give it a go! The recipes looked delicious, and it saved me time. Here’s my verdict after placing several orders!

What is Rutabaga?

👍 I absolutely loved it

• The practical side of meal kits,
• The ability to eat organic easily,
• Discovering new flavours,
• The clearly explained and easy-to-make recipes,
• The flexibility to take breaks whenever you want,
• The quality of delivery,
• The quick meals that let you enjoy organic food without hassle at work during lunch!

❌ Areas for Improvement

• The quite high price,
• No option for a single person.

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How does Rutabago work?

Rutabago is a meal kit: this means that you receive all the ingredients and recipes to cook meals you've chosen delivered straight to your door. This takes away the hassle of grocery shopping and the effort of finding meals. It also helps prevent waste, as you only receive the exact quantities needed to prepare your dishes.

Unlike its competitors such as HelloFresh, Rutabago is a 100% organic box. You will receive only products that are certified organic.

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What meal plans does Rutabago offer?

Rutabago offers omnivore menus, as well as options such as:

• Seafood (so includes fish),
• Vegetarian (no meat or fish),
• Vegan (no animal products).

👉 You can mix several diets in one order. This is really handy if you're trying to reduce your meat intake without fully committing to being vegetarian.

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How to Choose Your Menus?

Every week, Rutabago offers you a selection of recipes to cook. For each recipe, you will find the following information:

• The type of diet in question (meat, fish, vegan, vegetarian...),
• The preparation time (rarely more than 30 minutes).

Recipes to Cook Swede for the Week of 28 November

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When you place your order, you can choose the meals that appeal to you the most, so you can receive everything you need to cook them at home along with instructions on how to prepare them.

What are the bonuses offered by Rutabago?

With every order, you have the option to add extra products known as "Bionus". This includes a breakfast as well as a seasonal fruit basket.

If you're planning to have a quick lunch, you can also order express meals, which can be heated in the microwave in just three minutes.

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Is there a commitment with Rutabago?

Rutabago is commitment-free. This means you have the option to pause your subscription or cancel it permanently whenever you like, and it’s all very straightforward.

👉 To avoid receiving your organic meal kit next week, you need to cancel your subscription or pause it before the previous Wednesday at 11:59 PM. You can easily do this directly from your account on the website!

Where does Rutabaga deliver?

The company delivers its cooking baskets across mainland France, excluding Corsica. Certain areas can enjoy a two-hour delivery window from Tuesday to Saturday. These include:

• Paris and the surrounding departments (92, 93, 94, 77, 78, 91, 95),
• Nice,
• Marseille,
• Toulouse,
• Bordeaux,
• Montpellier,
• Rennes,
• Grenoble,
• Nantes,
• Lille,
• Strasbourg,
• Lyon,
• and Toulon.

The remaining destinations have a 5-hour window, meaning deliveries will occur between 8 am and 1 pm from Wednesday to Saturday.

How Does Delivery Work with Rutabago?

Delivery is made through a specialist carrier to maintain the cold chain. You can choose to have it delivered directly to your home by selecting your preferred time slot, or to your workplace if that suits you better.

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👉 If you’ve missed your delivery, you can contact Rutabago via email at bonjour@rutabago.com or by phone at 01 75 85 85 06 (standard call rates apply) from Monday to Friday between 10 am and 12 pm and 2 pm and 5 pm.

🏪 You can also pick up your parcel from a collection point.

What Does a Rutabaga Box Look Like?

When you receive your Rutabago box, it arrives as a cardboard parcel, with all the ingredients for your meals for the week carefully packed inside.

In each box, you'll find:

• a fresh pack, which includes all the items that need to go in the fridge,
• a grocery pack, containing the dry ingredients for the meals (pasta, cereals, spices...),
• the recipes so you can cook.

👉 All the ingredients are precisely measured so that you have only the quantities you need.

🥕 The vegetables and fruits are neither peeled nor chopped, to help maintain their freshness and prolong their shelf life.

Source: Youtube.com - Rutabago Channel

5 Things to Know Before Ordering Rutabaga

What I appreciated about Rutabago is the brand's commitment to health-conscious, organic food sourced from local suppliers. Here are 5 key points to know about the ethics of this brand so you can order with confidence!

"Manifesto for Eating Well" by Rutabago

Source: YouTube.com - Rutabago Channel

Seasonal Menus

The recipes offered by Rutabago are in tune with the natural rhythm of the seasons: no strawberries in November and no tomatoes in February! Instead, you'll rediscover the joy of enjoying a pumpkin soup in autumn or tasting the first fruits of spring, just like I do.

🍎 Fruits and vegetables are harvested at peak ripeness. They aren't artificially ripened, so they retain all their nutritional value when you enjoy them!

The dishes are approved by nutritionists

Eating organic is important, but maintaining a balanced diet is just as crucial! That's why Rutabago has its recipes validated by nutritionists to ensure they contain all the essential nutrients for good health.

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Rutabago Supports Local and Short Supply Chains

Like organic produce, buying local helps boost the economy and improve the quality of life for producers. That's why Rutabago is committed to sourcing as much as possible from local producers.

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🛫 The ingredients delivered in your cooking box don’t travel by plane.

🌞 In addition, they are not grown in heated greenhouses, even in organic farming.

🚚 Delivery is carried out using 100% electric vehicles, or alternatively, Rutabago commits to offsetting 100% of the carbon emissions from the delivery.

The company is committed to reducing packaging

The products we receive in Rutabago boxes are as much as possible packaged with recyclable materials, such as Kraft paper.

At present, Rutabago is conducting research to create a returnable container system, which would eliminate packaging. Products would be packaged in returnable containers that would be sent back to Rutabago.

Leading at Rutabago means showing solidarity

Rutabago is an ESUS certified company, which means it is a socially responsible enterprise. In fact, the company donates 5% of its products to community grocery stores and supports the social and solidarity economy.

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What is the price of Rutabaga?

The price of Rutabago depends on the quantity ordered: the minimum is $4.95 per plate.

Here's a brief overview of meal prices at Rutabago, assuming there are no meat or fish-based recipes:

🐟 If you're after some meat or fish, all you need to do is add:

• approximately 1 AUD per plate for 4 people,
• approximately 2 AUD for 2 and 3 people.

Why this price? 💰

When I ordered from Rutabago for the first time, I was a bit surprised by the prices, which are slightly higher than those of non-organic competitors.

However, Rutabago is transparent about how it distributes its fees and ensures that it pays producers and collaborators fairly. This comes at a cost, which is outlined in the graph below:

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Are there shipping fees at Rutabago? 🚚

There are no extra shipping fees, as they are included in the base price of your meal kit. 😊

Can I give a Rutabago organic basket as a gift? 🎁

Great news: Rutabago is offering a gift voucher that you can give to your loved ones to introduce them to this organic meal kit delivery service. What a unique gift idea! 😊

How to Give a Rutabago Gift Card?

It's really simple: just visit the Rutabago website and click on the menu option "Gift Card", then click the orange button "Give a Gift Card" on the page that appears.

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You will then have the option to choose the amount for your gift card from the following options:

• 68 AUD (3 recipes for 2 people),
• 136 AUD,
• 204 AUD,
• or 272 AUD.

💬 You can then add a little message that will be linked to the gift, to personalise it.

Next, all you need to do is create an account or log in, and then proceed to payment. The gift card will be sent to you via email immediately and will be valid for one year. 😊

Who should you give a Rutabago cooking gift box to?

Rutabago is a gift idea that's perfect for everyone. For instance, you could give this gift card:

• To a student struggling with their budget,
• To exhausted young parents looking for relief,
• To a couple or a family,
• To the members of your share house!

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What do customers think of Rutabago?

Checking online reviews gives you a general sense of a brand's reliability. To save you some time, I've already done this and I'll summarise what I've found here.

About Trustpilot

Rutabago encourages its customers to leave a review on the independent platform Trustpilot, whether they are satisfied or not. The feedback is quite positive, as there are currently 200 reviews posted on the site, yielding an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. More than 70% of the reviews are rated 5 stars, compared to only 2% receiving 1 or 2 stars.

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Let's take a closer look at the details of these assessments:

• The quality of the box,
• The careful arrangement of products inside the box (unless there are rare mishaps: in that case, please contact customer service),
• The time and energy savings provided by this box,
• The balance and great taste of the prepared meals,
• The commitments of the brand,
• The opportunity to learn how to cook with new spices.
• The availability of customer service.

Positive reviews left by Rutabago customers on Trustpilot

❌ They enjoyed it less

• The price is a bit steep for some,
• The plastic packaging that occasionally appears in the parcels is a bit contrary to the brand's ethics.

Mixed customer reviews about Rutabago posted on Trustpilot

On Google

You can also find nearly a hundred reviews for Rutabago on Google Maps by searching for the company's name. The average rating stands at 4.4 out of 5 to date, which is quite consistent with what we’ve seen on Trustpilot.

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Customers are generally delighted with their experience with Rutabago. During the Christmas season, there were extra little gifts included in the boxes (vegan truffles, for instance), which were greatly appreciated.

The simplicity of the recipes and the ability to discover new flavours are real benefits that Rutabago brings to everyday life. It ensures you always have a meal idea and takes the hassle out of grocery shopping.

Some customers have experienced delivery issues due to the courier, but the customer service team responds quickly to reviews to rearrange deliveries. 😊

Rutabaga dish made by a customer and shared as part of their Google review

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Rutabaga on Social Media

Want to keep up with Rutabago's news and discover plenty of cooking and health tips? Just like me, you can follow the team on the following social media platforms:

• Facebook,
• Instagram,
• Twitter.

👉 Check out recipes from the Rutabago community by following the #rutabago hashtag on these platforms!

You can also check out some reports on Rutabago on the brand's YouTube channel. Feel free to take a look if you want more information!

Rutabaga, From Farm to Fork

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Is Rutabago a reliable company?

Rutabago is part of the French company Les Commis, which is based in Gennevilliers. This company has been around since 2012 and specialises in producing food and beverage products.

The Rutabaga project was established in 2016 by Matthieu, Pierre, and Younès, three entrepreneurs who aimed to make cooking easier for everyone. Their goal was to provide not only recipes but, more importantly, quality food, or premium products. This is what inspired the creation of this 100% organic box!

Source: Rutabago's LinkedIn Profile

Today, Rutabago is a strong company that has enjoyed a lasting partnership with Biocoop since 2019, aimed at making organic products more accessible and providing simple, sustainable solutions for better consumption.

The company makes it easy to communicate with its customers by offering a phone support service available from Monday to Friday, as well as a chat option. The Rutabago team is also easily reachable via email and takes the time to respond to reviews left on Google and Trustpilot.

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✅ Rutabago is a French company that has been around for several years. It's a trustworthy and reliable business where you can confidently place your orders.

My verdict on Rutabago ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Ever since I discovered Rutabago, I've often found myself placing orders, especially during particularly busy weeks, to save time. Here’s a brief overview of my experience.

Was it easy to order from Rutabago?

The website is well designed, especially for first-time users. You can easily specify your dietary preferences, which ensures you’re presented with dishes that are likely to appeal to you.

Additionally, I found the recipe photos to be really impressive. They’re enticing and immediately give you an idea of the prep time required.

Source: Instagram (@amandinecooking, @addict_healthylife)

For shipping, I found it easy to choose a time slot. Since I don't live in a big city, I have to select a half-day range. I prefer Saturday morning, as I need to be home to put away the fresh groceries.

How did the Rutabago delivery go?

My deliveries have always arrived on time. I appreciate that all the fresh products are grouped together in a separate bag. This saves time and ensures that the cold chain is not broken.

The products I received were mostly well packaged and in good condition. Some use-by dates were a bit short, but this was never an issue as the meals are intended to be cooked within the week.

Source: Instagram (@grange_eliane, @etiquettable)

Are ready-made meals any good?

Absolutely! That's precisely why I choose Rutabago every time I order prepared meals. The recipes are balanced, and the dishes you receive are generous and delicious.

With the spices included in the packages, we discover new and unique flavours each time. I've often reused tips I've learned from Rutabago dishes in my everyday cooking.

Is this cooking box worth it?

I find the Rutabago box really interesting if you want to cook new dishes or if you're looking to save time on your everyday shopping. It's also quite handy if you have guests and want to prepare an original meal without too much fuss.

However, I find these meals a bit expensive to order on a daily basis throughout the year, especially if there's only one or two people at home. Personally, I live alone and I do wish there was an option to order meals for just one person.

Source: Instagram (@etiquettable, @chicdesplantes)

✅ In summary, I encourage you to give Rutabago a try as the meals are truly delicious and the ingredients delivered are of high quality. Personally, I haven’t had any issues, but it was reassuring to know that I could call customer service if needed. 😊

Rutabaga FAQ: Answering YOUR Questions!

To wrap up this experience share, I've put together a little FAQ section to address the main questions you might have about Rutabago! 😉

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Is there a referral system at Rutabago?

Yes, Rutabago offers a referral program available to all its customers. It allows the referee to receive a 20 AUD discount on their first order, and the referrer to receive the same amount for each person who places an order.

👉 To refer someone, you need to share your personal referral code with them. You can find it in your Rutabago customer account under the section "My Referral Program". You can only refer people who have never ordered before, and you must have already placed an order for the Rutabago cooking box yourself. 😉

How to Get a Rutabago Promo Code? 🤑

You can get a $20 promo code through referrals by following the instructions above.

At the moment, you can also get a $20 discount with the following code: PAR-63FC1E!

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How to contact Rutabago by phone? 📞

You can call Rutabago's customer service at 01 75 85 85 06 (or +33175858506 from outside Australia) at the cost of a local call. The phone support hours are 10 am to 12 pm and 2 pm to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

💬 Alternatively, you can also get in touch with Rutabago via email at bonjour@rutabago.com! The consultants are very responsive during the week!

📩 To visit Rutabago or for any inquiries, here is the company's postal address:

Rutabaga

84 Paul Vaillant Couturier Street

92230 GENNEVILLIERS

France

How to Cancel Your Rutabago Subscription?

Rutabago is commitment-free. This means you can cancel your subscription whenever you like. To ensure your cancellation is processed before the next delivery, please do so before 11:59 PM on the Wednesday prior to the delivery.

To do this, log in to your account and then go to "My Subscription". You will need to click on "Pause my subscription until further notice". If you wish, you can reactivate it later! This is how I manage when I want to order occasionally from Rutabago, and it works perfectly.

In conclusion, I find that the Rutabago box is really super convenient when you don't have the time or inclination to explore new dishes. What about you, have you given it a go? 😊