* This app is currently in beta and may have some bugs.
Easily find talented home cooks in your neighborhood. Browse menus, read profiles, and discover your new favorite meal.
Order meals directly through the app with both pickup and delivery options available. When you order, you pay the cook directly using their preferred payment method. Plus, you can browse meals available within a radius of your choice.
Have questions or special requests? Chat directly with your cook within the app for a personalized experience.
Currently, the app is only available on the Apple App Store for iOS devices. An Android version is coming soon—stay tuned for updates!
Browse local meals, select your favorite, and choose either pickup or delivery. When you order, you pay the cook directly using their preferred payment method.
You can legally operate a Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO) only in California counties that have opted into the program. As of April 2025, these counties include: Alameda, Amador, Contra Costa, Imperial, Lake, Los Angeles, Monterey, Riverside, San Benito, San Diego, San Mateo, Santa Barbara, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, Sierra, Solano, and Sonoma. The City of Berkeley has also opted in. Be sure to check with your local county health department or visit mehko.org for the most current list.
Payments are made directly to the cook, so you’ll use the method they accept—whether it’s cash, card, or mobile payment.
Currently, the cook determines whether they offer delivery, pickup, or both. The cook will provide specific instructions for fulfilling your order.
Use our radius search feature to explore meals available within your chosen distance, ensuring you always find options close to home.
Yes, in California, you’ll need a Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operation (MEHKO) permit to legally cook and sell meals from your home kitchen. This permit ensures compliance with local health and safety regulations.
You can apply for a MEHKO permit through your county's health department in California. The process usually involves filling out an application, paying a fee, and passing a kitchen inspection. For more detailed information, visit mehko.org.
The timeline and fees for obtaining a MEHKO permit vary by county. Typically, the application process takes a few weeks, and permit fees usually range between $100 and $500 annually. We recommend contacting your local county health department for exact details or visit mehko.org
Discover essential resources about Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MEHKOs)—a type of small-scale, home-based food business that allows individuals to legally prepare and sell meals from their private residences. Learn about permits, regulations, and community home cooking at mehko.org.
As of April 2025, MEHKOs are authorized in the following California counties:
Additionally, the City of Berkeley has also opted in.
List your meals for free! We currently don’t charge any fees, so you keep 100% of your earnings. In the future, we plan to introduce a small, community-sustaining fee per sale to help support the platform.
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