Frequently Asked Questions

what is house of kajaana?

House of Kajaana is a modern food brand inspired by beloved Indian classics. We create delicious 100% plant-based frozen meals to revolutionize convenient high-quality meal experiences at home.

what is the story behind the name house of kajaana?

Kajaana is a play on the Hindi phrases “kha ja na” (खा जा न), meaning “eat up” and “khajaana” (खजाना), meaning “treasure”. Our name captures the joy of eating delicious Indian food and treasuring every bite! We believe the freezer is the treasure chest of your home and that our meals will become its most prized gems.

where are house of kajaana meals produced?

Our meals are produced in Los Angeles. House of Kajaana is 100% made in the U.S.

are house of kajaana meals certified organic?

All House of Kajaana products are Non-GMO Project Verified and we use the highest-quality ingredients we can. As we evolve we intend to source organic ingredients with our growing supplier base to achieve certification. For complete information on our ingredients, please see the nutritional label on our individual product pages.

are house of kajaana meals nut-free?

Our Roasted Butternut Saag is completely nut-free. Our Cauliflower Tikka Masala and Coconut Malabar Curry meals each contain coconut, which falls under the category of a tree nut. No other nuts are added but please note that our meals contain some ingredients that are made in a facility that processes peanuts and tree nuts. For complete information on our ingredients, please see the nutritional panel on our individual product pages.

are house of kajaana meals dairy-free?

Yes, our meals are dairy-free. Please note that our meals contain some ingredients that are made in a facility that processes milk. For complete information on our ingredients, please see the nutritional label on our individual product pages.

are house of kajaana meals gluten-free?

We have carefully selected all of the ingredients in our meals and they are all gluten-free. House of Kajaana meals are not certified gluten-free but we look forward to achieving that status in the future. Please note that our meals contain some ingredients that are made in a facility that processes wheat. For complete information on our ingredients, please see the nutritional label on our individual product pages.

are house of kajaana meals vegan?

Yes, our meals are all vegan. Our meals contain no animal products or by-products. We are not certified vegan yet, but we are currently working on our vegan certification. For complete information on our ingredients, see the nutritional label on our individual product pages.

how should i store house of kajaana meals?

Please store your House of Kajaana gems in the freezer (your treasure chest) and keep frozen until ready to eat.

how do i prepare house of kajaana meals?

Let’s feast!

Please find our reheating instructions on the pack of our packaging and below. Enjoy!

How To Enjoy:

Always heat from frozen. Our trays are microwave and oven safe. Our trays are microwave- and oven-safe. To achieve its finest form, please cover the dish as it reheats.

Microwave (Preferred):

Peel back film from one corner of tray. Microwave on high for four minutes. Stir each component, re-cover, and heat one minute more or until hot throughout.

Conventional Oven or Toaster Oven:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Peel off film entirely. Cover tray with foil and heat for 25 minutes. Remove from oven, stir each component, re-cover, and heat 15 minutes more or until hot throughout.

how should i serve house of kajaana meals?

Our meals are designed to be enjoyed by one or many, making them perfect for dining solo or gathering around the table with friends. Enjoy an individual meal by yourself or enjoy a feast of multiple meals. Feel free to mix and match meal components– all of our meals are delicious on their own and when enjoyed together!

is house of kajaana women-owned and minority-owned?

Yes! We are proud to be women- and minority-owned. We are proud to be a WBENC (Women’s Business Enterprise National Council) certified company. WBENC is the largest certifier of women-owned businesses in the U.S. and considered the gold standard for certification. WBENC certification is the most widely recognized and respected national certification for women-owned businesses (with at least 51% women-ownership).

what does sustainability mean to house of kajaana?

We believe that every grain counts and sustainability has always been a core value for House of Kajaana. Our packaging is made from environmentally friendly and recyclable materials. We aim to reduce waste and promote earth friendly consumption habits from a company to consumer level. Our team is constantly working towards improving our sustainability efforts.

is your packaging recyclable?

Yes! Our cartons and trays are recyclable. Our earth-friendly trays can be recycled in the same capacity you would recycle a milk carton.

what does “plant-based” mean? do you use cell-based or plant-based meat alternatives in your meals?

Our meals are 100% made from plants and whole ingredients. We do not use any cell-based meat, fake meat products or soy based plant-based meat alternatives in our meals. We believe that you can have a nutritious and complete meal from plant-based whole ingredients that cultures have relied on for many generations.

where can i find house of kajaana meals near me?

We are currently sold in the tri-state area through FreshDirect and at Pop Up Grocer in NYC. We are hard at work getting House of Kajaana meals in stores across the country – we want everyone to be able to enjoy delicious, healthy, plant-based Indian food! Our meals are also available for purchase on our website. Stay tuned for our exciting retailer updates coming soon!

how can i get in touch?

For press:

Please email us at hello@houseofkajaana.com

For business or wholesale inquiries:

Please email us at wholesale@houseofkajaana.com

For any other questions:

Please email us at hello@houseofkajaana.com and we will get back to you as soon as we can.