Microwaves are a type of electromagnetic wave (just like radio or light waves) that heat the water molecules in food by making them vibrate very quickly. Since all food is made up of water, and water absorbs microwave energy extremely efficiently, this means that food can cook very quickly.

Microwaves are super fast at cooking and heating food because the length of a microwave (the actual wave, not the machine!) happens to be particularly excellent at making water molecules vibrate quickly. We experience this as heat! This means the microwave is directly heating up the food itself, which is why it's so fast.

Contrast this with an oven, stove, or pressure cooker, which works by heating up the air or space around the food, and then waiting for that heat to penetrate the food. They are indirectly heating the food.

When it comes to convenience, the microwave is king. With the right equipment and settings, microwaving food doesn’t mean sacrificing taste, either. Microwave cooking can be a more efficient, just-as-tasty alternative to water-based cooking such as steaming, poaching, quick braising, boiling, or stewing. It’s also a great complement to other methods, allowing you to cut down on cooking time before finishing a dish in the oven or on the stove. Since Anyday’s recipes typically only require one dish, cleanup is easier.

A little-known fact: microwave cooking is better for you! Food loses nutrients the longer and hotter it’s cooked, so by quickly heating food, microwaving preserves more nutrients than methods like boiling or baking. It’s more energy-efficient too, transferring more heat to food in a given period of time than a stove or full-size oven does.

Yes! Did you know that your cell phone emits more microwaves than your microwave does?! People worry about standing in front of the microwave, but many studies have shown that in reality, they're 100% safe. Microwaves are simply a type of electromagnetic wave, which is the same kind of wave as light waves or radio waves. They’re non-ionizing, which means they’re not powerful enough to cause the harmful kind of radiation. Enjoy your microwave-cooked meal with peace of mind!

Yes! According to Harvard Health, “the cooking method that best retains nutrients is one that cooks quickly, heats food for the shortest amount of time, and uses as little liquid as possible.” Microwave cooking checks all of those boxes. Microwaves quickly heat the water molecules in food (rather than around it), preserving nutrient loss to heat, time, and cooking liquid compared to conventional methods.

Yes! The microwave is very energy-efficient since it can transfer more heat to food in a given period of time than a stove or full-size oven. For cooking smaller portions of food, it uses as much as 80% less energy versus cooking in the oven.

All microwaves have their sweet spots when it comes to cooking time. That's because they come in all different wattages, which translates to how powerful your microwave is. Microwave wattages typically range from 700 to 1200 watts (w). The higher the wattage, the faster your food will cook. The lower the wattage, the longer the cook time.

To find your microwave's wattage, take a look at the front panel, the side of the door, in the back, or in the user manual. You can also look up the microwave model number online to find wattage. If you see both an input and output wattage listed, use the output.

Once you know your microwave wattage, our recipe and ingredient guide cook times can be customized to suit it. If your wattage isn't listed, choose the closest higher wattage.

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Power (heat) levels are the secret to perfecting microwave cooking. The default power level for every microwave is full power (also called Power Level 10, or 100%, or High), but cooking everything at this level is like always using high heat or broil on your stove or oven. There are times when you just need more finesse, whether you're steaming rice at a gentle simmer, poaching fish, or making cheesecake. We list suggested cooking levels in each Anyday recipe.

Different microwaves have different settings. See your microwave manual (or look it up online) to learn how to change your microwave’s power level. For many microwaves: enter the cook time, press the “Power” (or “Power Level”) button, and select a number between 1-10. Other microwaves may require selecting the Power Level first, and then entering the cook time.

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Since the microwave is essentially a super fast steamer, any food that is good for steaming will work well in the microwave. Any vegetable can be cooked beautifully with the Anyday. Proteins like chicken and fish cook quickly when microwaved, and remain juicy thanks to the Anyday’s ability to trap and retain moisture. It’s also easy to make perfectly steamed grains like rice, polenta, or quinoa using a lower power level. Find out how long to cook various ingredients with our one-ingredient recipes. Other foods that can be made perfectly in the microwave include bacon, scrambled eggs, pasta, toasted nuts, and infused oils.

The Anyday is also great for making one-dish meals. Check out our recipes here.

Avoid using the microwave for deep frying, grilling, or browning food, as you likely won’t get the result you're looking for. Boiling whole eggs, cooking steaks, and caramelizing onions are also not recommended, since microwaves won’t cook these items at the temperature or time they need to taste delicious.

Absolutely! By cooking food for a short period of time and at low heat, microwaving actually preserves more nutrients in your food than the oven, stove, or grill. It's actually the healthiest and easiest way to cook for your baby! Just microwave some vegetables, proteins, and/or grains and then puree it to your desired texture. Check out some of our baby food recipes here.

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The Anyday dish comes in four sizes: Medium Deep, Medium Shallow, Large Deep, and Large Shallow. Together, they’re perfect for cooking just about any vegetable, protein, or grain for a crowd, a couple, or just for you.

We honestly think you need all of them for your kitchen. :) But if you really had to choose:

If you typically cook for 3-4 people, we recommend the Large Dishes. If you typically cook for 1-2 people, we recommend the Medium Dishes.

If you like to cook grains like rice, quinoa, and polenta, we recommend the Deep Dishes, which allows enough space for the starchy water to bubble. If you like to cook proteins like chicken, fish, or seafood, we recommend the Shallow Dishes. Vegetables cook well in every dish size!

Anyday products are made in southern China. We partner with all of our manufacturers to ensure each dish is made with superior quality and ethical and environmental care.

We’ve obsessively designed the Anyday dish from natural materials to be microwave-, dishwasher-, freezer-, and oven-safe (up to 500°F/260°C for the bowl, 400°F/200°C for the lid). The bowl is made of heat-resistant borosilicate glass with an elegant frosted finish that looks great on the dinner table. The lid contains the same heat-resistant borosilicate glass, platinum-grade silicone for an airtight and leakproof seal, and microwave-safe stainless steel.

The bowl is made out of frosted borosilicate glass, so it's extra durable and thermal-shock resistant to handle large temperature fluctuations without cracking. The glass is designed in an angled shape that allows for easy handling, and the frosted finish makes the dish go seamlessly from microwave to dinner party to dishwasher.

The splatter-proof and silicone-rimmed glass lid keeps the steam in the dish when you're cooking, which makes your food moist and delicious! The circulating steam also helps your food cook more evenly. Trapping moisture is critical for microwave cooking — otherwise, the moisture in your food will evaporate, leading to dry, rubbery food. No one wants that!

The lid also has a knob that vents the excess steam when it's lifted (that's why our recipes tell you to lift the knob to cook)! Don't worry if you forget — we've designed the silicone rim on the lid to be flexible enough so that it safely and gently pushes up if the pressure in the dish gets too high. You're covered either way.

Keeping the knob lifted during cooking locks in moisture while letting excess steam escape. Translation: juicier proteins and more tender veggies. Even better? Keep leftovers fresh for longer in the dish by sealing them with the lid on, knob down.

Yes, you can put our metal in the microwave! We’ve designed the stainless steel in our lids to be 100% microwave-safe due to its smooth, curved shape.

It sounds nuts, but some metal is totally safe in microwaves. If the metal is rounded, it won't arc. A metal bowl, for example, is fine! But don't put in metal that is super thin (e.g. aluminum foil) or has multiple sharp corners (e.g. a fork). Science doesn’t lie!

The Anyday dish is oven-safe up to 500°F/260°C (bowl) and 400°F/200°C (lid). As with all glass, do not use the dish on the stovetop, grill, or under the broiler.

Yes, yes, and yes!

Yes, it’s perfectly fine if the lid lifts while cooking — it can happen when steam pressure increases a bit too much in the dish, especially triggered by certain foods like potatoes, sweet potatoes, beets, and rice, which may cause more pressure to be generated than usual in dish.

The Anyday Dish is equipped with a safety feature since the silicone on the lid is designed to lift up gently without ever blowing off dangerously.

Pretty much anything! See our Ingredient Guides for how to cook staple ingredients, and browse recipes for more flavor inspiration.

With a little love and care, your Anyday will be right at home in your kitchen and dining room for years to come.

When cooking, avoid stovetop or broiler use. As with all glass, sudden temperature changes may cause cracks. Don’t place a hot dish on wet or cold surfaces, or cold liquid in a hot dish.

To clean, place both the bowl and lid in the dishwasher or wash by hand with soap and water. Avoid using abrasive cleaning pads and steel wool, as they may leave scratches.

See our Use & Care here.

Don't worry, it's still frosted! The bowls can look transparent when the exterior is wet and/or greasy, but it will revert back to its normal beautiful frosted finish when it's dry and clean. You can also try running it through the dishwasher for an extra-thorough clean.

Good question! First, our glass lid is thick and sturdy, which both helps the steam stay in better, which is essential when you're cooking in the microwave, and traps heat as well so it cooks more evenly. By contrast, a plastic lid will warp quickly — it's ok for reheating, but it's not sturdy or long-lasting enough for cooking.

Second, our lid also has vents in the knob that allow just the right amount of steam to escape so that pressure doesn't build up. There's a safety feature in our lid that makes sure it never blows off dangerously. Plastic lids will seal too tightly and can explode off, so you'll have a lot of microwave splatters to clean up!

Third, plastic in the microwave is a no-go for us — according to Harvard, it's the one thing about microwaves that actually isn't safe!

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You can choose from various payment options on our website. You can choose Cash on Delivery (COD), Credit Card, Debit Card, EMI, Net Banking and UPI. The standard shipping is Free.

You can check the stock availability while you select a product in the cart for purchasing. If you place an order for something we discover to be out of stock, we will contact you so that you may select another item. Should that happen, we apologize for any inconvenience.

Purchase an Anyday Gift Card here! You will receive an email with instructions to redeem.

You may cancel the order within 24 hours of placing it. You can request to cancel your order provided the order has not been shipped. Once you request the cancellation of item(s) in your order, a refund will be initiated to you as per our refund policy..

Yes. At the point in time when our warehouse team will dispatch your parcel, you will be emailed a unique tracking code and a link to the website of the courier service used..

We want you to love and use your Anyday every day, but if you don’t, we accept returns within 7 days of the delivery date.

Refunds for unwanted items will be for the price you paid for the product and postage of that product to you. If multiple products were ordered and only part of the order is to be returned then postage will not be refunded. The cost of returning unwanted items to us will be borne by you. We will complete any refunds within 7 days of receiving the returned product(s). Also, mention whether you require a refund or an exchange by email or telephone. Please be informed that if your order is paid by COD, refund against return will be given as in-store gift card that can be redeemed anytime.

Our shipments go through rigorous quality checks before they leave our warehouse. However, in the rare case that the package has missing products, you can always contact us within 7 days of received the order. We would need the following information - Your Name, Address, State, Pin Code, Telephone, Mobile, Email Address, a description of what is missing, and a copy of your purchase receipt. Please email this to us atcare@meyerindia.inYou will need to contact us by email with your order details. Please be informed that the product's outer gift box must not be damaged or marked; it must not have been used, and it should be complete with any accessories and/or free gifts received with the product and in its original packaging.

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You will receive the refund via your initial form of payment within 3-5 business days after we receive and process your return.

We want you to love and use your Anyday every day, and we’ll make it right if that’s not the case. We offer a 2-year limited warranty — see here for the details.

Unfortunately, as a customer, you won't be able to do it yourself. You need to contact us on our email id(care@meyerindia.in)before the order is processed. Please note that you cannot change the address once the order is shipped. .

Our shipments go through rigorous quality checks before they leave our warehouse. However, in the rare case that the product is damaged during shipment or transit, you can always request for a replacement or refund within 7 days of receiving the order. Our website has a no questions asked 7-day return/cancellation policy. In case of damaged items received, we would need the following information - Your Name, Address, State, Pin Code, Telephone, Mobile, Email Address, a description of what is wrong with your cookware, and a copy of your purchase receipt. Please email this to us atcare@meyerindia.in. You will need to contact us by email with your order details. Unwanted items returned for refund must be received by us in a re-saleable condition - the product's outer gift box must not be damaged or marked; it must not have been used, and it should be complete with any accessories and/or free gifts received with the product and in its original packaging.

We normally send the order tracking details along with the invoice details on your registered email ID within 24 working hours after your order is shipped. If you haven't received your order tracking details even after 2 working days of the order dispatch, please contact us atcare@meyerindia.inor you can also WhatsApp at011 41217100and we will be glad to respond back to you as quickly as possible.

Email us at care@meyerindia.in and we will do our best to help!

Email us at care@meyerindia.in and we will do our best to help!

Anyday exists for one reason: to free people's time. We create products that tap into the unexpected magic of your microwave: turning raw ingredients into delicious and nutritious home-cooked meals — in record time. Read more about our story here.

Anyday is a nod to making every meal easy to cook, any day of the week!

We are lucky and grateful to have Dave as a Partner in Anyday! Dave works closely with us on product development and design, recipe content, and more. Ultimately, we share a strong conviction that the microwave is an amazing tool that deserves to be much more widely used since it can save people so much time and energy in cooking!

We are proud to donate a portion of proceeds from online sales to The Lee Initiative and Baby2Baby.

Baby2Baby is a non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing, COVID-19 preventative items, and all the basic necessities that every child deserves.

The Lee Initiative promotes equality in the hospitality industry. In response to industry layoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lee Initiative launched The Restaurant Workers Relief Program and created several relief kitchens to distribute over 1 million meals throughout the pandemic. The organization has also committed to invest $1 million into sustainable farms to help fix the restaurant supply chain.

We don't currently do wholesale, but feel free to reach out to us at care@meyerindia.in if you're interested in partnering in the future!

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