Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Tackle Hunger with TasteAway + $50 GC Giveaway


Hungry? 
Making ordering food from local restaurants a breeze for you from the convenience of your home, office or anywhere you may be, TasteAway is the solution to the digital age of takeout.

There are days when I just don't have the time or energy to make a delicious home-cooked meal for my family and also special days we call "Movie and Munchies" night in our home where we order some food and enjoy a great night in (usually on a Friday).

Sure ordering over the phone can be quick and efficient but put into consideration I have 2 little ones with one in particular that deliberately enjoys raising her voice or wanting to talk a little more extra to mommy when I happen to be on the phone.

 
So how does TasteAway work?
If you've got internet access, you can order.  I actually used my iPhone to place this order and it was extremely easy!

Once you've created your account with TasteAway, simply enter your address in the Search field and a list of local restaurants within close proximity will pull up for you.




Here's an example: 


Each restaurant shown for your choosing will include the following next to it for your information:
Delivery Minimum, Delivery Fee (if there is any), Distance (to your location), Show on Map and whether it's for Delivery/Pick-up or just Pick-Up Only.

On the left of the screen it categorizes each restaurant according to Type of Food (i.e. Chinese, Greek, Italian, Breakfast, etc.).

Another great thing is that they offer Live Chats on the site should you have more questions or difficulties.

Not sure what you are craving for?
Click on the Crave Tab! It will provide a delicious variety of dishes at different restaurant to help you out.

Once you've chosen which restaurant you want to order from, simply build your perfect meal and let TasteAway take care of the rest for you.  They will send it to the restaurant for you and send you a confirmation via email which includes details of your order, the time it was ordered and what time it's expected to be delivered.

You have a choice of paying cash upon delivery/pick-up or with a credit card.

Of course because they are fairly new and currently in beta phase, these were some of the things that I had issues with:
  • Lack of Restaurants -- they only have restaurants in the Toronto area at the moment
  • Does not have description of dish.  I would love it if you clicked on a dish during the ordering process and it would have a description of the dish.
  • Many of the restaurants tend to be pick-up only and will only deliver till after a specific time, usually in the evening. What about during lunch? 
  • If you have free food credits you cannot use them if paying cash, only if using credit card.  I would also love to see them include PayPal.
If you invite friends, every friend that orders you get $5 of free food. Nice!
You can visit TasteAway here: www.tasteaway.com and get started.


And because I adore my readers and in light of the upcoming Super Bowl, TasteAway and Carol Au Courant is helping you tackle your hunger with a $50 Credit to enjoy towards a delicious meal (or two) and/or help feed your Football-loving crowd!

This is giveaway is only for 2 DAYS and ends Friday, February 1 at 5pm EST, so enter today!
**Please note that because TasteAway is currently in beta phase, you must be located in the Toronto area to take advantage of this giveaway.

To be eligible to win simply enter via Rafflecopter below.

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39 comments:

Cheryl said...

The Rainbow Roll from Fukui Sushi!

marlibu said...

Pineapplr fried rice yummy!
Marla

Anonymous said...

Masala Lime Lamb from Amaya Express

Anonymous said...

Calvin Maki from Bikkuri

Anonymous said...

Salmon crunchy rolls (Sashimi Island)

Anonymous said...

Summer Sweet Salad from Magic Oven

jaymo said...

Tandoori chicken from Tandoori House

Chi said...

The Curry Katsu from Bikkuri (King)!

Unknown said...

Summer Sweet Salad
Magic Oven (Dupont)

Amy Brown said...

BBQ Chicken Magic
Magic Oven (Danforth)

Anonymous said...

Haddock from Fresco's Fish and Chips and Wings

spike said...

Shrimp Tempura from Fukui Sushi (love that place)

BlessedTa said...

Grilled Salmon Santorini

Anonymous said...

Warm Goat Cheese & Portobello Salad from Alleycatz

Unknown said...

Salmon Magic from Magic Oven looks sooooo delish!!

Anonymous said...

Green Dragon Rolls from Sashimi Island

Anonymous said...

Quebec Style Poutine from Fresco's Fish and Chips and Wings

Anonymous said...

Gluten free penne from Magic Oven

Rahika K (@radicalradhika)

Anonymous said...

Sushi salad at Bikkuri mmmm healthy and delicious

Andrew Pham (apham17) said...

Assorted Cured Meats & Cheeses from Spacco

Anonymous said...

Canadian Fireworks from Sashimi Island

Anonymous said...

Grilled Chicken and Goat Cheese Wrap from Beach Bird

Anonymous said...

Urajiro from Natural Sushi

Colleen at Forty Something Bride said...

I am craving the Shrimp Magic from Magic Oven.

Anonymous said...

Charles St. Rolls from Sushi Club

Anonymous said...

Greek Fries from Arax Shawarma

Anonymous said...

Pepper Shrimps from Kamasutra Restaurant

Anonymous said...

Chicken Roti from Amaya Express

Anonymous said...

Flourless Chocolate Torte from Mykonos

Anonymous said...

Assorted Vegetable Pakora from Maroli

Victoria Ess said...

Teriyaki Chicken Hotpot -- I love hotpot!

Anonymous said...

Grilled Black Angus Striploin Steak from Beach Bird

Anonymous said...

Steak Tartar with Jalapenos & Onions/ Ketfo Douet from Ethiopiques

Anonymous said...

Thai Chicken Wings from Urban Thai

Aryka said...

Gluten free penne

Anonymous said...

Everything looks so yummy, but I'm craving the Thai Rice Noodle from Thai Lime. :)

Anonymous said...

PEI Mussels from Alleycatz

Anonymous said...

Braised Lamb Shank from 5th Element Indian Restaurant

Tiffany said...

Chicken Roti from Amaya Express!
(PS - great new site!!)

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