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Basically good value and a great blend of tastes from the ingredients included. I do like having the choice of Chilli Peppers to add for my own taste which were all included in the Rogan Josh. The... See more
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7 different kits, but all taste the same
Ordered 7 different kits. They all consist of garlic cloves, root ginger, a variety of chilli, a bag of spices, and then a garnish like curry leaf, cinnamon bark etc.
After freezing the kits as recommended and defrosting a month later, the garlic and ginger are watery and cannot be peeled or grated without making a watery mess.
In general every curry tastes very similar - a bland tomato with a mild spice.
Certainly does not compare to a takeaway in the slightest.
1 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Nic, thank you for sharing your experience - really sorry our kits didn't live up to expectations on this occasion. Just a hint - when using the kits from the freezer, our advice is to use them straightaway, with no need to defrost, or then to let them thaw out a little. Defrosting often leads to soggy ingredients, like you experienced, and will water down the fresh flavour that the kits normally deliver so well
Disappointing customer service
Unfortunately the chilli in the Dhal went mouldy so I couldn't use the pack - I emailed you and responded to your query on use by date and how it was stored - no response from you?
I have a subscription service with you and have never had an issue so i'm a little disappointed with the lack of customer service in this instance
27 May 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Kerry, very sorry to hear about your experience. I believe we've resolved your issue with the mouldy kits, so just let us know if there's anything else we can do to help.
Great curries
This is not my first purchase from TasteSmith. The use-by dates are really good, but I do batch cook and freeze the curries as it’s generally just me that eats them. They’re the best curries I’ve ever had. I’m not a confident cook but find the instructions are really good and easy to follow. I particularly love the Sri Lankan curry. Even the chilli con carne. Can’t recommend them highly enough.
28 May 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Joyce,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the curries and finding the instructions easy to follow — that’s exactly what we aim for. It’s great to know the longer use-by dates and freezer-friendly nature work well for you too. We’re especially glad you’re loving the Sri Lankan curry and chilli con carne — two of our favourites as well!
The Tastesmiths Team
Great curry
Great communications keeping me up to date on my order, which arrived within a few days. Ingredients and instructions are great, and they make a fantastic curry.
27 May 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Steven,
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you were happy with the communication, quick delivery, and quality of the ingredients. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed making (and eating!) the curry too.
The Tastesmiths Team
Love the curries
Love the curries - always choose my favourites, not so enamoured of the beers. Not for me.
27 May 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Sue,
Thank you for your honest feedback! We’re delighted you love the curries and really appreciate your continued support. Sorry to hear the beers weren’t quite to your taste — but we’re glad the curries hit the spot!
The Tastesmiths Team
Mediocre
Who knew that Britain had so many bad Indian takeaways? I ask this because according to lots of reviewers these are ‘better than my local takeaway’. These are fun to make, with good guidelines and instructions. But I find some of the different types taste very similar so I’ve amended the amount of ginger I use. It made a little difference. They are fine but absolutely nothing special.
22 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi there, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts — we really appreciate the honest feedback. We're glad you found the kits fun to make and the instructions helpful. That said, we're sorry to hear the flavour differences didn’t quite come through for you. Each kit is designed with distinct regional spices and profiles, but taste can be a very personal thing. Thanks again for giving us a try!
Absolutely FANTASTIC products
Absolutely FANTASTIC products, have ordered twice (and will order again). Recipes are excellent and you can easily create an authentic Indian meal by following the step by step instructions. Ingredients are all fresh and there is ZERO waste. Definitely a 10/10, can't praise them enough.
25 April 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi John,
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We’re over the moon to hear how much you’re enjoying our products and recipes. It’s great to know you find the instructions easy to follow and love the freshness and zero waste approach. Your 10/10 means the world to us — we can’t wait to send you more!
The Tastesmiths Team
Poor order comms and customer service
25 April 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Rob, sorry to hear about your experience. From our records, had a phone call about the status of your order (of which you weren't sure about whether it had been processed), which we confirmed had been received. Is there anything else we could have done better?
Excellent and easy to make curries.
24 April 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Mick,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the curries and finding them easy to make. Simple, delicious cooking is exactly what we aim for!
The Tastesmiths Team
Mouldy
Far from good curry, not worth the price, the ginger went mouldy after just 5 days in the fridge, and customer support hasn’t responded, ignored all my emails. There is no satisfaction guarantee at all…
Update: 2weeks later after numerous emails they eventually refunded it.
11 April 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Richard, sorry to hear about your experience. Apologies that it took so long to resolve your issue. We issued a refund as requested within 24 hours of your latest email, and confirmed so via email.
Everything ordered arrived quickly
Everything ordered arrived quickly, as ordered, and well packaged.
Will enjoy these kits over the next few weeks.
27 March 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Mr Veitch
Thank you! We're so pleased everything arrived smoothly—enjoy cooking with the kits over the coming weeks!
The Tastesmiths Team
Great easy to follow instructions
Great easy to follow instructions
Best packet driven home made curry ive ever had
27 March 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Simon
Absolutely delighted to hear that – glad the instructions hit the spot and the curry delivered on flavour! 🙌🍽️
The Tastesmiths Team
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Jordan
Thanks for the lovely review! Glad you enjoyed the curry – hope to see you back for more soon! 🍛
The Tastesmiths Team
All the kits are great and ensure one…
All the kits are great and ensure one is not short an ingredient.
I usually add some hot curry paste to whatever kit I'm using as I like hot spicy foods.
25 March 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Mr Brendan
Thanks for the great feedback! Glad you're enjoying the kits – love that you’ve added your own spicy twist! 🔥👨🍳
The Tastesmiths Team
I e just made the Rogan Josh and it is…
I e just made the Rogan Josh and it is absolutely fab ! Used all the chillies ( exceptional took out seeds )😅but it was delicious ! X
24 February 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Sue
So glad you loved it! Great call on the chillies—sounds like you nailed it! 🌶️🔥 Thanks for the fab review!
The Tastesmiths Team
I bought the 6 pack deal and so far
I bought the 6 pack deal and so far, I've cooked 3 of them. Tex mex chilli, Balti & Jeerha & they are absolutely amazing. Great that you can freeze them too. Im definitely going to be a repeat customer . They are so easy to use and on a par with my local takeaway!
5 March 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Jason
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you're enjoying the kits and finding them just as good as your local takeaway. Freezing them for later is a great idea too! We can't wait to have you back as a repeat customer. Happy cooking!
The Tastesmiths Team
Amazing Kits
Amazing every time.
I have been using these now for years and never had a bad meal. The best kits you can get. Easy to follow for my OH who has limited (none) cooking skills. Recommend these things to anyone. Good fresh ingredients and variety to keep your eating healthy and interesting. I don't always follow the instructions, or meat/vegetable recommendations, as I do have some cooking ability but they always turn out very good.
The one issue now is I often say, it was nice but I could have cooked that better myself when we get food delievered or out.
28 February 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Lisa
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased you’ve been enjoying our kits for years and that they make cooking easy and delicious. Love that they’ve set the bar so high for eating out—nothing beats a home-cooked meal! Happy cooking!
The Tastesmiths Team
Delicious x
28 January 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi Helen
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
The Tastesmiths Team
Very well packed fresh ingredients
Very well packed fresh ingredients. Easy to follow instructions. And the end result was amazing. My family all said it was better than our normal takeaway
27 January 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the fresh ingredients and found it better than your usual takeaway. Hope to serve you again!
The Tastesmiths Team
Bought curries for my son
Bought curries for my son. We love them! Haven’t tried one we don’t like.
28 January 2025
Reply from Tastesmiths
Hi
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you and your son love our curries. Hope to serve you again soon!
The Tastesmiths Team
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