Food & Wine magazine stands as an authoritative voice in the modern culinary world, catering to those who appreciate refined tastes and the art of good food and drink. A subscription offers a regular dose of culinary inspiration, delivered right to your door. This article provides a comprehensive guide to managing your Food & Wine magazine subscription, addressing common questions and outlining how to access customer service.
Starting Your Subscription
If you subscribe to Food & Wine today, expect your first magazine to arrive before December 24, 2025. After your order is processed, your subscription will be added to the publisher's next production cycle. The frequency of publication determines when you receive your first issue. Weekly or more frequent magazines typically arrive within 4 to 6 weeks of your order. Magazines published 10 to 12 times a year usually arrive within 6 to 8 weeks, sometimes up to 10 weeks. Less frequent magazines, like quarterlies, can take up to 11 weeks. These are standard industry lead times, and every effort is made to expedite your order.
Remember, your subscription begins when you receive your first issue, not when you place the order.
Gifting a Subscription
Food & Wine subscriptions make excellent gifts! When using the Gift Order Form, you can send a personalized gift card with the expected delivery date and customer service contact information. Gift cards can be sent as early as the next business day or up to 45 days after placing your order.
Renewing Your Subscription
You can renew your existing Food & Wine magazine subscription or any other magazine subscription. Renewing ensures you don't miss an issue. Add your renewal to your existing subscription without creating duplicate subscriptions. You don't need an account number to renew. Expect the new expiration date on your magazine cover within 8 to 12 weeks of renewing. Since auto-renewal is not offered, renewing at least 8-12 weeks before your subscription expires is recommended.
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Managing Your Subscription Online
If you originally ordered or renewed through Magazine-Agent.com, you can change your address, cancel your subscription, and contact customer service online through their Subscription Manager.
Understanding Charges
Some subscription offers include a free trial, after which the subscription continues automatically, and the credit card used during the offer is charged. The charge appears as TME*FOODWINE on your statement, along with a toll-free number. Customized identification codes combine the "TME" name with the magazine title to help customers locate information and allow for rapid access to account information.
Contacting Customer Service
Food and Wine Customer Service is rated at 2.2 out of 5, indicating that most consumers are dissatisfied. The most common way to contact them is by phone.
By Phone
94% of consumers use the phone to address their issues. The best phone number to call Food & Wine is 800-333-6569. The average hold time is less than 1 minute. The longest wait times are on Mondays, while the shortest are on Sundays. The average call time is 4 minutes.
Preparing for Your Call
Food & Wine may ask you for the following information to identify you as a customer:
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- First and last name
- Order ID or tracking number
- Address or zip code
Online Options
To cancel your Food & Wine magazine or address other issues, access your account or use the Magazine Subscriber Services link for publisher customer service, both available by phone or online. The publisher might have information on where the subscription originated.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about Food & Wine magazine subscriptions:
- Q: How do I change my address?
- A: Change your address easily online by following 'My Active Subscriptions' and clicking the address change link next to your magazine. Then, enter your new address.
- Q: What happens if I miss an issue?
- A: If you have missed any issue of Food & Wine, please let customer service know, and they will extend your subscription by the number of issues missed. They will also investigate if the post office is having any problems delivering your subscription.
- Q: Where can I find my subscription's expiration date?
- A: The month and expiration date (month/year e.g., Dec 22) of your Food & Wine subscription can be found on your magazine label above your name on the right.
- Q: Why am I receiving renewal notices after already renewing?
- A: If you ordered from a third-party vendor, simply ignore the notices since you do not owe anything! This can occur if you ordered your Food & Wine magazine from the publisher with auto-renewals or a "bill me later" option, you might be obligated to pay the invoice as part of their preferred continuous service unless you cancel.
- Q: How do I cancel my subscription?
- A: To cancel your Food & Wine magazine, simply go to your account or the Magazine Subscriber Services link for publisher customer service -- both by phone or online.
- Q: Can I replace my subscription with a different magazine?
- A: Yes! If you would like your experience with any magazines ordered to be enjoyable, contact customer service and include the magazine you would like as a replacement.
- Q: How can I write a review of Food & Wine magazine?
- A: Go to the reviews tab and write a review.
- Q: Is a digital version available?
- A: You can view your digital issue via iPad, mobile device, desktop, etc., just as you would with any web page. If available, the option to order a digital subscription is under ‘Options.’ Simply select 'Digital' and proceed to checkout. Some print subscriptions come with FREE digital access. If available, this will be shown next to the Food & Wine magazine cover.
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