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Generally speaking
Generally speaking, I have been pleased with my experience with BistroMD. The shipping is fast, and well done, and there is often a promotion on for free shipping, and coupons available -- which make it pretty affordable compared to their competitors. There are plenty of meal options to choose from, and new items get switched in and out regularly; which is great for variety. The portion sizes are pretty good; though I think a hungry man would find himself wanting more -- personally, I eat many small meals per day, so I'm not interested in feeling "stuffed". Now, with regard to taste - there has certainly been some variance in my experience. I've deduced that the seasoning is often allocated to a single item in the meal (i.e: the protein) leaving the remaining sides rather bland. I've mediated this by ordering primarily "mixable" entrees, where all of the meal items can be stirred up into a stew-type situation --- I find this balances the spices. A few items I really enjoyed: the Western Egg Scramble, The Coconut Thai Chicken Curry, the Smoked Paprika Chicken, and the Beef Broccoli. A few I really didn't care for: the Pork Vindaloo, the Jambalaya (it was just "hot", but lacked that delicious pepper taste!) and the turkey meatball with lentil (sweet tomato sauce is not ideal). Recommendations for improvement: BistroMD, why do you shy away from garlic and onions? I think these two ingredients would go a long way to improving the savory profile of your dishes, without sacrificing the macros!