Perishables

Need to send some fresh homegrown corn to Alaska? Bob’s favorite cheesecake to him in Maryland? Pak Mail can make it happen!

We are up to the challenge of packaging and shipping perishables from Colorado Springs so they arrive as tasty as the day they were shipped. We will Styrofoam-line any size box needed.

So go ahead! Make your brother's beloved Key Lime pie and bring it to us. We'll make sure it gets there for that special taste of home.

At Pak Mail, we want your delectable morsel to arrive fresh. Here are a few tips to consider:

• It is best to ship perishables, such as baked goods, meat, vegetables, or fruit, on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday.
• Whenever possible, ship perishables for next-day delivery to minimize time in transit.
• Keep items refrigerated or frozen until just prior to bringing them to Pak Mail. Include a few frozen gel packs with the goodies to keep them cool. If possible,  bring your items to us between noon and 2 p.m.
• Freeze cakes, including cheesecakes and layer cakes, before shipping to keep them solid. Wrap the frozen cake in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil to help keep it cold.
• Despite precautions, icing may smear and decorations may become crushed in transit.
• Place individually wrapped cookies on a sturdy paper plate.