Summer 2006 Newsletter

In This Issue

Welcome to our August issue. Take a quick moment to read about the latest Vmeals offerings, helpful food facts and more!

• We’ve improved our popular “VCAP” program
• Understanding how the Vmeals Service works?
• The Vmeals Family Grows
• Did You Know...
• Remember, this is YOUR Catering Network!

Delivering “VCAP” gift cards every quarter has always been my favorite task since starting the Vmeals service in the Washington metro area over 2 1/2 years ago. I get to visit with all of our best customers and, of course, get my quarterly hug from Diane Eaton of Time Warner Cable. Speaking of Diane, last December, I received an email from Diane in which, she requested her gift card early since she was taking medical leave and wouldn’t return until January. As it turned out, Diane’s condition was a little more serious than expected, making it hard for her to do any Christmas shopping. She says the “Target” card couldn’t have come at a better time as she used it as a Christmas present for her daughter and new grandson born Thanksgiving Day. Sometimes it’s the little things that make everything worthwhile. By the way, Diane is doing just fine!

As the Internet becomes more and more a part of our every day life, it’s nice to know that a unique service like Vmeals still offers that element of human interaction.

“I use it every time I have a catering need, because it’s easy to use and reliable. Nothing could be easier!”

Kathy Kearney
Administrative Assistant
NII Holdings, Inc

We’ve improved our popular “VCAP” program

Our VCAP awards program has never been more popular! Every quarter we set new records for winners and the amount of gift cards we distribute. Starting July 1, 2006 we made a few small changes to the program to better align it with the new Vmeals corporate rewards program (the VCAP program that you enjoy is sponsored by “Point Click Eat, LLC which owns the Washington, DC metro area Vmeals franchise). As a result we have reduced the number of award levels, but are making it easier to earn higher valued gift cards. The new award levels are in the chart below.

Other ways to increase points

• Refer a friend from another company and receive 1,000 points, when they place their 1st order.
• Refer a friend from the same company and receive 500 points, when they place their 1st order.
• Refer your favorite provider and get 500 points when they sign up.
• 1st Time Customers receive 100 points for “Signing Up”

We had 105 winners who won gift certificates in Q2. Congratulations to Bernard Middleton of Centocor Pharmaceutials who won the $200 Grand Prize Gift Certificate in Q2. Bernard has been a valued customer for 1 year and has used the service over 50 times. Plus, some of our winners elected to donate the cash value of their gift certificate to the Furnari Fund. Many thanks to all who participated in this program.

Understanding how the Vmeals Service works?

When setting your “Delivery Time” please consider the following:

1. Always set your “Delivery Time” to be at least 15 minutes prior to your “Event Time” This gives your caterer time to setup the meal.
2. Ask yourself, “Is it difficult to deliver to my location?” Parking a problem? Security necessary? Hard to find? Is this a very important meeting? When will guest arrive for the meeting? Etc. If any of these are true, please set the “Delivery Time” to be at least 30 minutes prior to the “Event Time”. Note any specific delivery instructions in the “Delivery Instructions” section of your order. This extra time is especially helpful to our new caterers, who might not be familiar with your location.
3. Vmeals providers (restaurants/caterers) are ask to deliver between 30 minutes prior to the set “Delivery Time”, but no more than 5 minutes after that time. There are a few exceptions, so please review the online menu carefully.
4. Providers are required to call Vmeals Customer Service if they anticipate being late!

The Vmeals Family Grows

	Bowen Bros. BBQ Award winning North Carolina style pork BBQ and Hickory smoked pork BBQ. Fabulous home cooked Brunswick stew, babyback ribs and more. The Bowen family has been making BBQ for over 30 years! Coming soon to western Northern Virginia areas.
	Caterings from the Soul "Home cooked meals for You, straight from the Soul! We specialize in old fashion Soul food such as Fried Chicken, Smothered Pork Chops, Fried Catfish or Whiting, Savory Oxtails, BBQ Spare Ribs & Chicken, Homemade Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Fried Cabbage, Macaroni & Cheese and more. Hearty Deli sandwiches, salads and homemade desserts. Warming the soul in NoVA for over six years." Coming soon to western Northern Virginia areas.
	Court House Deli & Grill Fresh recipes and favorites presented with modern flair. We believe fresh ingredients make the difference! Coming soon to western Northern Virginia areas.
	Panas Panas specializes in gourmet empanadas, crescent-shaped turnovers, stuffed with well-seasoned combinations of meats, vegetables, spices, fruits, and sweets. Our recipes are inspired on a concept of Latin fusion cuisine that combines culinary techniques and high quality ingredients from different parts of Latin America. Panas’ gourmet empanadas are a new, fun alternative that offers interesting flavors and a casual elegance ideal for corporate events. "OK, so you're still wondering what an Empanada is? Well for a limited time (until Sept 8th), you can sample a gourmet Empanada!   Here's the deal...  If you see Panas in your delivery zip and you are a Q2 VCAP gift card recipient, you qualify for a "Free" lunch.  Lunch includes two entree Empanadas, one dessert Empanada, garden salad & drink.  Just email dc@vmeals.com with your request." Serving parts of NoVA, Suburban Maryland and Washington DC.

Did you know...

• We’ve created a“Pocket Guide” for the Washington DC metro area. This handy guide lists all of our providers in the area, summary of menus and price points, delivery areas, Vmeals contact information & rewards program summary. Click here to download the pdf. (Note: best if printed in color, double sided, then folded into a tri-fold) Or let us know if you would like us to mail you a copy.
• Have you seen the new website? The site has been updated with a new sleek, modern design and our improved functionality makes the ordering process quicker and easier than ever before. Of course, there’s always room for improvement, so any input you have is always welcome.
• Vmeals can serve you in 42 markets. Click here to see a list of the markets.
• Vmeals was featured in “Pharmaceutical Representative”, a trade magazine for Pharmaceutical Sales representatives. Click here to read the article.

Remember, this is YOUR Catering Network!

Yes, this is your catering network! The Vmeals network can only get stronger by having our customers use the service and provide us with ongoing feedback—Good & Bad! Your support and feedback will help us build “you”, our customer, a strong network where you can continue to get the best variety along with the most dependable service in the industry.

With that said, you will no doubt see some caterers disappear from the network. The reasoning for this could vary, but in most cases the provider was not meeting our service level requirement. We require all caterers to maintain a high level of service, which means quality food, accurate orders and timely delivery. If they can’t meet these basic requirements, we will take them off-line. By sticking together, we can build a strong catering network that you can depend on for years to come!

Thanks again for being a Vmeals customer!

Mike, David, and Sharon of Point Click Eat, "PCE" LLC your Vmeals representatives for the Washington DC area.

Vmeals Customer Service • Toll Free: 1-866-863-2571 • info@vmeals.com