How It Works

Your Secret Kitchen is the answer to the age old question "what's for dinner?" We are a place where you can come in and prepare several entrees in a short amount of time. We all of the prep, measuring, and clean up, all you need to do is cook and enjoy! We also offer many pre-made frozen items for pick up. There are also grocery items to save you time and the extra trip to the grocery store,

What do I save by using Your Secret Kitchen?

Time and money! When you prepare meals at Your Secret Kitchen, we free up about 20-30 hours per month. We eliminate the time you spend planning, shopping, preparing, and cleaning up.

Money is saved by providing rarely used ingredients (no more 3/4 full spice bottles cluttering up your cabinets for a recipe you made one time) and help avoid "impulse" buys as you wander the grocery store. We buy many items in bulk, and that saved money gets passed on to you.

How does the menu selection work?

We establish a set menu every month - the selection varies from meat and casseroles, to pasta dishes, veggie bakes, sides, grilled, soups, desserts, and anything in between. Choose at least 4 family or 4 cozy dinners and as many as you want after that in any combination.

How much does it cost?

Please visit our Menu and Prices page for cost information.

What's the difference between Family and Cozy entrees?

Family entrees feed 4-6 people, and cozy entrees feed 2-3 people.

What forms of payments are accepted?

Cash, Checks, Visa, Discover, and Mastercard

When do I pay for my session?

Payments are made at the time of session. If ordering the delivery option, payment can be made online.

Cancellations

If you can't make it to a session, please cancel within 48 hours of your scheduled time. We are buying products for you. We also can try to fill your spot if you give us enough time. We understand, at times, emergencies do occur, but PLEASE try your hardest to make it to your appointment. If you cannot make your appointment, we will be happy to make your meals for you at the additional charge. We will have to implement a deposit if we have too many people missing sessions. If you need to cancel due to weather, please call us as soon as possible and we can make arrangements for another time.

What is included?

We provide a convenient location to do the assembly, all of the ingredients - prepped and ready for use, and easy instructions to prepare each dinner. The meals will be packaged in containers with lids that we provide for freezing and heating later as desired. You will walk out with delicious and nutritious dinners to last throughout the coming month and have fun in the process! NO heat cooking is involved - you do that later in your own home.

How does a session work?

See our session detail page for exactly what to expect - Basically, you show up at your scheduled time, we guide you through a series of well organized and clearly understandable recipe stations for the dinners you chose, and you leave an hour or two later with several weeks worth of home-made meals! Each meal will have a label with heating instructions.

How can I customize the meals for my family?

We want you to be relaxed and cook like you would in your own kitchen. Some of the ingredients are portion controlled, but add as much or as little salt, pepper, chile, garlic, spices, pasta, etc. as you would normally like. Don't like an ingredient? - leave it out. Other substitutions MUST be coordinated ahead of time (please contact us first, and also note them in "comments" section of the registration page).

We work with many types of allergies. The meals are all labeled, but we can make substitutions for many ingredients. Please call or email us with your specific needs.

When are the sessions?

Most of our sessions are by reservations only, see the calendar. If a session is full, call us to get on our cancellation list.

How do I sign up for a session?

Sessions can be reserved through the sign up page online. You can also call us to get signed up.

How far in advance to I need to sign up for a session?

Please schedule at least 24 hours in advance. We order our food for customers in advance so everything is fresh and ready upon arrival.

What if the session time I want to schedule is closed?

Always call if the session time is closed as we may be able to fit you in.

How can I plan a private party?

When planning a private party, contact Your Secret Kitchen to find a time and date that will work for you. Your party will be named and placed on the calendar as a Private Party. Call your friends and let them know they need to go online and register. If you have less than 4 sign up the session could be opened back up to the public. Come in and enjoy making your meals while catching up with friends!

What are the benefits of planning a private party?

When you plan a private party of 8 or more guests you and your guest are eligible to receive one free meal. Choose 5 meals and get a 6th meal free.

Can I bring wine when I come for a session?

Yes, you are welcome to bring in your own wine. We can provide glasses for you.

Can I schedule a group to come in and make meals for a friend or co-worker in need?

Yes, please call or email us to make arrangements.

The meals sound great - but what if I don't have time to do the assembly?

Easy! We'll assemble your choices for you in disposable aluminum containers ready for you to pick up - ready for the freezer or oven - for an additional $3 per meal with a $30 maximum. Choose the day you would like to pickup your meals on the schedule page and click the "Pickup" link for that day. Indicate any special instructions and what time that day you can pick your meals up in the comments section. We will call you to confirm at 24 hours in advance. Contact us if you have any questions.

Can I register for a friend or sign someone else up?

It's best if each person signs themselves up, especially if they are new customers, because the first time you sign up it will ask for your name, address, phone number and email address to get you set up. So if you want to sign others up, please get all of that info for them if they are not in the database.

Can I bring someone with me to help?

Yes, but let us know in the comments section or by email, just in case. If we have a full session and if other people are bringing helpers, it can get crowded.

How do I change my phone number or address?

You can login to your account to make those changes. Or you can call or email us as well. We especially need a current phone number and email address so we can send you news and confirm your sessions.

How do I change my order?

You can login to your account and make changes to your order up to 24 hours in advance. You can also call or email with changes.

Where do I go for the session?

Visit our contact page for directions to the site.

What do I need to bring to a session?

We provide everything that will be needed for a session. The only thing you may want to bring is a cooler or container to carry your meals home.