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1Master authentic dishes from around the world
Stop settling for Americized versions of global cuisine. Our chefs in Naples, Mexico City, and Cairo teach you to cook dishes exactly as locals make them. Recreate restaurant-quality meals that transport your family to another culture.
- Travel the world with recipes from 7+ countries
- Cook with confidence using chef tips that prevent common mistakes
- Impress guests with dishes that taste genuinely authentic
2Reclaim your evenings with effortless meal planning
End the 5pm panic of "what's for dinner?" Plan your entire week in minutes, so you can spend less time deciding and more time enjoying meals with the people you love.
- See your week at a glance and feel organized
- Plan ahead and reduce daily decision fatigue
- Save your favorite recipes in collections for easy access
3Shop faster and waste less
Never forget an ingredient or wander grocery aisles aimlessly again. Get a complete, organized shopping list with one click, so you can get in and out of the store quickly.
- Create your grocery list instantly. No more manual writing
- Buy exactly what you need (no duplicate purchases)
- Navigate the store efficiently with ingredients grouped by section
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Explore hundreds of authentic dishes from around the globe
Limoncello Tiramisu
Italy
This refreshing twist on the traditional Italian tiramisu uses the bright, citrusy flavors of limoncello and lemon zest to create a lighter, more summery version of this iconic dessert.
Gazpacho
Spain
Gazpacho, as we know it today, traces its origins to Andalusia in the 16th century. Gazpacho is perfect for cooling off during the summer, particularly in Andalusia, where temperatures can soar to around 40°C (104°F)
Hiyashi-Ramen (Chilled Ramen)
Japan
In Japan, "chilled chuka" (cold ramen noodles topped with vegetables and other ingredients) is a popular summer dish.
Camagua-Style Bean Pozole
Mexico
Pozole is the quintessential Mexican soup, the oldest form of broth in our culture.
Koshari
Egypt
Koshari is Egypt’s national comfort food, a hearty and satisfying dish made with layers of rice, lentils, pasta, and chickpeas, all topped with a tangy tomato sauce and crispy fried onions.
Paella Valenciana
Spain
Although the Valencian paella recipe is standardized, it has various regional variations within the Valencia Community, which invite reflection on its origin, tradition, and a future threatened by climate change.
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