The best cooking app around
I've been a big fan of zest since the beginning, for probably over a year now and its great. I love that you can press and hold on the ingredients for more info, like where in the store to look and substitutes for the ingredient. The videos are also very helpful for beginners like me who have no clue how to cut vegetables and cooking in general. I've gotten a lot better in the kitchen since I've used this app. Another plus is they have a wide variety of recipes.
The one thing I wish the app did have is a comment section on the recipes, so the users of the app can give each other tips on executing the recipes. But that's the only real criticism I have of the app.
The one thing I wish the app did have is a comment section on the recipes, so the users of the app can give each other tips on executing the recipes. But that's the only real criticism I have of the app.
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Response from developer
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Scary sound!
Okay so I love this app. At first glance, I love the learning, I love the shopping list and all the categories including depression meals, etc. I wish it was a little cheaper or had a lifetime purchase, but that’s okay and nothing too noteworthy. I’m mostly very excited to use this app.
But the one thing is the sound when you get a question right SCARES THE CRAP out of me every time. It’s loud and kind of aggressive, no matter how low my volume is. I like having it on to hear the correct/incorrect sounds in general but woah! I feel like that could be gentler.
Overall thank you this app was a fabulous idea and something I needed a long time ago. Hopefully everything works as it looks because I’m excited!
But the one thing is the sound when you get a question right SCARES THE CRAP out of me every time. It’s loud and kind of aggressive, no matter how low my volume is. I like having it on to hear the correct/incorrect sounds in general but woah! I feel like that could be gentler.
Overall thank you this app was a fabulous idea and something I needed a long time ago. Hopefully everything works as it looks because I’m excited!
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A lot of paid recipes
I downloaded this so I can get better at cooking and learn new techniques, recipes and stop relying on takeout.
However, you need to pay for a subscription to unlock meal recipes. I searched for breakfasts I can make, and the only one which was available to me was “baked potato”. All the proper breakfast foods were locked behind a paywall.
I recommend just googling recipes. There are plenty of sites online which are helpful and free.
However, you need to pay for a subscription to unlock meal recipes. I searched for breakfasts I can make, and the only one which was available to me was “baked potato”. All the proper breakfast foods were locked behind a paywall.
I recommend just googling recipes. There are plenty of sites online which are helpful and free.
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ily zest
I downloaded this last week and I’m obsessed. I’ve been intimidated by cooking forever, and my parents didn’t cook much. As a 27 year old, I’ve felt embarrassed and ashamed that I can only stick to a couple basic dishes and then rely on my partner otherwise. I love the humor in your copywriting and videos as well as the “why’s” throughout the recipes. You’ve made cooking accessible, fun, and now something I look forward to. I don’t avoid the kitchen now.
Thank you 🫶🫶
(Also I’m pretty sure this is the only review I’ve ever left for an app… so like you know it’s real deal good stuff 😌)
Thank you 🫶🫶
(Also I’m pretty sure this is the only review I’ve ever left for an app… so like you know it’s real deal good stuff 😌)
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Response from developer
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Genuinely excited
Having just cooked my first meal with this app, I feel I can say I’m very excited for where I’ll go with it! I’ve long been looking for something this accessible to help me learn and feel more comfortable with cooking. I think I can say that I’ve found that with Zest. The wealth of knowledge available in each recipe really makes you feel at ease with each recipe, with bite-sized tips and tricks through videos within the steps. I love the broad range of recipes even separated by your skill level, with more complex dishes and simple single-digit ingredient dishes all available even at my introductory skill level. This move was genius, I think, because having that rush of being able to make something delicious and quick but also learning as I go will definitely help keep me engaged! I honestly can’t wait to explore more recipes and learn more, I already have a dozen recipes saved!
Addition to my previous review after using it for a while longer:
I love this app for how it has helped me cook for my family a lot more than I used to in my pre-Zest days! One gripe and suggestion for a clarification to add for equipment: I have many times not used the right sized bowl or pan or pot. Saying “small” or “large” is not always specific enough. A suggested volume of size would be immensely helpful! In fact, I would love to see a View Details option for the Equipment section in the future.
Addition to my previous review after using it for a while longer:
I love this app for how it has helped me cook for my family a lot more than I used to in my pre-Zest days! One gripe and suggestion for a clarification to add for equipment: I have many times not used the right sized bowl or pan or pot. Saying “small” or “large” is not always specific enough. A suggested volume of size would be immensely helpful! In fact, I would love to see a View Details option for the Equipment section in the future.
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Response from developer
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SUCH A GOOD APP!!!
This app literally teaches you to cook as if you were in culinary school, but they make it interesting and so easy to understand! They give you 2 free weeks but honestly I’ll probably spend the money for a yearly subscription. They make a $3 meal taste like it is $30! I normally wouldn’t want to use a food making app because I’ve always felt like it wasn’t worth the money or the effort. But the way they explain things, and everything, it just is so worth the money and the effort. I would recommend this app to everyone I can
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Response from developer
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I'm learning!
My problem with all of the various cooking subscription boxes was that (a) I'm getting the exact same ingredients every week and (b) I didn't really feel connected to what I was cooking; there was no "why" involved with each step.
With Zest it truly made me understand and realize the joy of cooking because I'm learning what everything does and how it all fits together. It feels like I'm progressing towards mastery of a hobby rather than just completing a list of tasks set forth by the recipe of the week. This app is brilliant, hilarious, so easy to use, and most of all FUN. I used to loathe cooking but now I look forward to what I'm going to be learning next. Thanks for breaking me out of this anti-cooking rut, Zest crew! I can't wait to see this app grow!
With Zest it truly made me understand and realize the joy of cooking because I'm learning what everything does and how it all fits together. It feels like I'm progressing towards mastery of a hobby rather than just completing a list of tasks set forth by the recipe of the week. This app is brilliant, hilarious, so easy to use, and most of all FUN. I used to loathe cooking but now I look forward to what I'm going to be learning next. Thanks for breaking me out of this anti-cooking rut, Zest crew! I can't wait to see this app grow!
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Response from developer
❤️❤️❤️ this is exactly why we built Zest! Keep on rocking on!
Life-Changer
I’ve only been using this app for a little bit, but it’s already made a huge difference in my life. I really wanted to up my cooking game and after taking a look at what this app has to offer I knew it was worth the purchase. I already feel so much more confident in the kitchen using this app, and everything I made has been delicious. The best part is getting compliments every day at work because of how good my food smells, and looks! thank you zest
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Response from developer
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Genuinely excited
Having just cooked my first meal with this app, I feel I can say I’m very excited for where I’ll go with it! I’ve long been looking for something this accessible to help me learn and feel more comfortable with cooking. I think I can say that I’ve found that with Zest. The wealth of knowledge available in each recipe really makes you feel at ease with each recipe, with bite-sized tips and tricks through videos within the steps.
I love the broad range of recipes even separated by your skill level, with more complex dishes and simple single-digit ingredient dishes all available even at my introductory skill level. This move was genius, I think, because having that rush of being able to make something delicious and quick but also learning as I go will definitely help keep me engaged! I honestly can’t wait to explore more recipes and learn more, I already have a dozen recipes saved!
I love the broad range of recipes even separated by your skill level, with more complex dishes and simple single-digit ingredient dishes all available even at my introductory skill level. This move was genius, I think, because having that rush of being able to make something delicious and quick but also learning as I go will definitely help keep me engaged! I honestly can’t wait to explore more recipes and learn more, I already have a dozen recipes saved!
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Response from developer
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Good but strange update
I liked how the app was with the lessons and such, I was paying for a cooking course. But it seems with the most updated version they removed that in favour of more recipes. I’m not sure if I’m missing something but without the personal touch of someone talking you through the concepts of cooking I’m not sure what I’m paying for.
Also the Cod with sweet peppers and lemon recipe has gone even after I favourited it? That was one of my favourites
Also the Cod with sweet peppers and lemon recipe has gone even after I favourited it? That was one of my favourites
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