The lux side of lazy: on-demand services delivered to your door

All about that phone-to-doorstep life.

Each year passes and we grow more attached to our handheld devices that make our lives easier yet somehow never less busy…welcome to the uptick in a high-tech driven trend of the convenience, phone-to-door lifestyle – what we like to think of as the lux side of lazy. Here’s our run-up of local services that come to you with just a couple clicks or swipes of your screen.

Empty Fridge Syndrome:

Spud
Kicking around since 1997, this is the OG of OGs (organic groceries) delivery business.
SPUD promo code: Use referral code CRVAN-LAMPEA to get $20 worth of free groceries.

Save-On-Foods
Order groceries online for next-day delivery, or same-day pickup. Note: the drivers do not accept tips.

Superstore
Click and Collect: This curbside pick up from your preferred store is good if you’re the type who’d rather see the goods delivered right to your hands. Call when you’re outside (designated parking spots right out front), and someone will run them out to you.

When a dinner date translates to Netflix and ordering in:

Just Eat
For those really simple no-fuss nights when a cheesy pizza or serviceable sushi will do.

Enroot
Fresh, healthy, and hot meals to you in minutes. No prep, clean up or hassle.

Must have chips/chocolate/ice cream now moment:

Snackeasy
This young startup offers a magical solution for your late night munchies fix. Order between 6pm-1am, and you can have your hangry-sized bag of Cheetos delivered within an hour.

It’s game night and no one is volunteering to be on beer run duty:

Cheers Vancouver
They cover wine, beer, and fast food.

Cleaning & handyman services:

Handy
From regular cleaning services to mounting your new TV or changing a door lock, Handy offers a team of experienced, friendly, background-checked, and insured professionals.

Need a massage:

Soothe
Book in advance, or a therapist can be there in an hour. 7 days a week, 8am-midnight including holidays. Gratuities included in price. Soothe promo code: Use this invite code for $30 off your first massage: http://soothe.com/invite/UQDZC

Need to send a gift, pronto:

Giftagram
Text your gift of choice over to your loved one. An amazing selection of gifts – many from Vancouver.
Giftagram promo code: Use promo code PD62204 for $10 off.

Not in our city but a must-download for travel:

Uber
Get a taxi, private car or rideshare from your mobile phone within minutes. We love watching our ride’s arrival time on the app in real-time.
Uber promo code: Use referral code uberpdot to get a free ride.

Lux Lazy Level Up 

Want to automate and keep the party going? Extend the convenience and set up subscriptions with these companies.

Naked Snacks
With a colorful menu of tasty-sounding dried fruit, nuts, and other healthy mixes, file this one under wholesome indulgence.

Clearly
You won’t get caught short-sighted if you choose to auto-refill your contact lenses.

Sockbox
Long-suffering victims of the sock monsters will find comfort in receiving a new pair each month – $72 for 6 months

Meals
Let someone else do the cooking. Order healthy meals with weekly prepared meal plans from Fresh Prep, Mamaluv.