Locate a specialty grocery, food retailer or gourmet store that specifically offers overnight delivery. Search online and in phone listings, or ask a local high-end caterer for recommendations.
Order for overnight delivery in person or on the phone with a knowledgeable customer service representative. Stores that ship food overnight will have a "cut off" time for placing orders. Do not leave order requests online or in an automated voice system.
Confirm the carrier and delivery details when placing the order. Federal Express Priority Overnight and United Parcel Service Next Day Air are generally preferred. Carriers have some shipping restrictions for perishable items, like food.
Verify that your food order will be packed specifically for overnight delivery. Sealed containers, heavy waxed cardboard boxes, frozen gel packs, dry ice, and inner plastic wrap should be provided to keep food from spoiling or thawing. Vacuum sealing is often provided.
Some addresses cannot be guaranteed for overnight delivery of perishable items. A knowledgeable representative will be able to confirm the deliverability of your address. Make certain that the delivery can be accepted without delay on the day and time it is promised.
