TLDR: For holidays and special occasions, we recommend ordering 1–2 days ahead of when you need it — a little buffer goes a long way in case of any unexpected delays. Keep in mind that some delivery dates may have limited availability, and that checkout will automatically default to the next available free delivery date if no selection is made. Please be sure to double-check your selection, before placing your order.
Please take a moment to review the product's storage instructions before choosing your delivery date — knowing how to care for your order when it arrives is all part of making the experience truly special.
Placing An Order In Advance
Goldbelly items are either handcrafted or produced in limited quantities, shipping directly from our partner shops. We highly recommend ordering your items in advance, especially during times of high demand like the holidays. You can place an order up to 8 weeks in advance through our checkout.
Scheduling Delivery
A majority of Goldbelly products are made and packed with the intention of allowing you to choose to serve immediately or to store them for a later date. Just follow the instructions included in your box. Most products will remain fresh in your refrigerator or in the freezer for a few days, up to several months. Some specified items can even be left on the counter.
Due to potential production delays (especially during high order volume times like the holidays) and events completely out of our control (such as inclement weather) that can affect delivery, we highly recommend scheduling your items to arrive at least 2+ days prior to when you need them.
Delivery Dates
Delivery dates and timelines vary by food maker, and available dates are unique to each product. Checking directly on the product page will always give you the most up-to-date availability. If the earliest dates are further out than expected, it's likely because that maker has reached their order limits for earlier windows, or has temporarily paused shipping while they focus on fulfilling existing orders. Once a delivery date sells out, the next available date may come with expedited shipping fees.
Our system automatically pre-selects the next available delivery date at checkout, so be sure to review and choose the date that works best for you before placing your order.
When you find something you love, look for "View More Dates" just below the red "Add to Cart" button to browse all available delivery windows for that product.
Expedited Shipping
Additionally, a shipping upgrade may be required occasionally to ensure your package arrives on the date you need it. Once a delivery date sells out, the next available date may incur this fee.
Once your order has been handed off to a shipping carrier, you'll receive a tracking email from us. This generally arrives in the evening on your shipping date, as carriers pick up perishable packages later in the day. So if you don't see it right away, no need to worry — you'll be notified once it's on its way!
If you need additional assistance, please contact Goldbelly Support for assistance or further questions.