# Complete Cook's Companion App — Stephanie Alexander Recipes

> Comprehensive digital cookbook with 2000 recipes and ingredient guides. (iPhone/iPad app by Plumdale Pty/Ltd.)

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- Developer: [Plumdale Pty/Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/721498114)
- Category: Food & Drink
- Price: $12.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 57 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, European Portuguese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2013-11-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/complete-cooks-companion-app/id763140993/reviews.md

## What is Complete Cook's Companion App?

“My favourite cookbook now has an App!” – Nigella Lawson
“A kitchen classic for almost two decades, this app lets you carry that wealth of knowledge in your pocket." – goodfood.com.au

Based on the bestselling classic book, 'The Cook's Companion', this App contains a staggering 2000 recipes and information about 126 ingredients, from abalone to zucchini. It will be your digital cooking companion every day in the kitchen.

The unique structure by ingredient and the clear and comprehensive advice from Australia's foremost food educator are complemented by:
- quick search or browse a bundle, by ingredient or recipe
- photos for each ingredient, and over 200 dishes 
- how-to videos for tricky techniques
- favourites function, so you can compile your own most loved dishes
- ability to email an ingredient list to help with shopping
- note function, so you can make the App your own

The Complete Cook's Companion App includes all the content in all 9 bundles 
- Pasta & Noodles
- Basics & Equipment
- Vegetables & Herbs
- Fruit & Nuts
- Meat
- Poultry & Rabbit
- Rice, Grains & Pulses
- Seafood
- Pantry

## Key features

- 2000 recipes
- 126 ingredient guides
- Quick search and browse
- Ingredient and dish photos
- How-to videos
- Favorites function
- Emailable ingredient lists
- Note function

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/complete-cooks-companion-app/id763140993/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Not optimised for iPhone, not sure what it’s optimised for

*2020-11-02, version 2.1.5*

Honestly, save your money and just go and buy the wonderful cookbook- the user experience of this app is not great- you can read the recipes, but they get arbitrarily cut off the page, and you have to scroll across to try and drag them back into the frame. Not convenient at all when you’re trying to cook at the same time.

### 5/5 — Method not showing

*2020-06-04, version 2.1*

Hi, I have been using this app almost daily for years and love it, however today there are no methods showing for any recipes. I can only see the title ‘Method’.

### 2/5 — Cannot read it

*2020-03-21, version 2.0*

The app will not let me scroll down far enough to see the instructions/ method .
.Without being able to do this the app is useless

### 5/5 — App no longer functioning fully

*2018-12-04, version 2.0*

I can no longer read .the instructions after the first four lines of any recipe. Very frustrating. Not a lot of use at the moment.

App has now been fixed and all is working again as it should be. A great cookbook. So user friendly in its structure. The developers of the app have done a great job listening to app users feedback and fixing the problem. I would highly recommend this app.

### 4/5 — All working again

*2018-11-30, version 2.0*

Have missed the full functionality of this app but now it’s all working again! Thank you.

### 1/5 — Cant read method

*2018-11-28, version 1.8*

Can’t read more than five lines of the method!! Not sure what’s happened because it was working perfectly before. Yes I have deleted and reinstalled it. Seems others are having the same problem. 

Please fix ASAP because I need some specific recipes for Christmas!! Then you’ll get five stars, I loved it when I could read it.

### 1/5 — App ‘Method section ‘not fully available

*2018-10-31, version 1.8*

I have paid and downloaded both the orange and green versions of this app. Neither work properly as only four lines of the ’Method’ are readable! This ( these) apps have now cost me $40 and are only available on my iPad and not my iPhone! I have the book version but had thought this would be more convenient. I am frustrated that 1 It doesn’t work, 2 I have had no reply to a previous email and 3 I have paid for this app twice and it won’t automatically transfer across my devices like other apps ! Please respond promptly

### 3/5 — Headings are Broken

*2018-10-20, version 1.7*

I have had this app for many years and it was great. After the last IOS update 12.01 the headings in the yellow boxes are no longer visible. So hold off buying the app until this is fixed or you will be unable to navigate around the app
Geoff

### 5/5 — My Go To food app

*2017-10-14, version 1.7*

Whether shopping, creating a recipe, looking for ideas or simply wanting a particular recipe. This app is my first choice. Brilliant. Better than the book.

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2017-06-26, version 1.6*

Great, portable version of my favourite cook book. Thanks!!

## Frequently asked questions about Complete Cook's Companion App

### What is the Complete Cook's Companion App?

The Complete Cook's Companion App is a digital version of the bestselling cookbook, offering over 2000 recipes and detailed information on 126 ingredients. It aims to be your daily kitchen assistant.

### How many recipes are included in the Complete Cook's Companion App?

The app contains a staggering 2000 recipes, covering a wide range of culinary categories from pasta to seafood.

### What kind of ingredient information does the app provide?

It offers detailed information on 126 ingredients, from abalone to zucchini, including photos for each. This helps users understand and utilize ingredients effectively.

### Can I save my favorite recipes in the Complete Cook's Companion App?

Yes, the app features a favorites function that allows you to compile and easily access your most loved dishes.

### Does the Complete Cook's Companion App offer any video content?

Yes, the app includes how-to videos for tricky cooking techniques, helping users master new skills and improve their culinary execution.

### What is the price of the Complete Cook's Companion App?

The Complete Cook's Companion App is a paid application, priced at $12.99.

### On which devices can I use the Complete Cook's Companion App?

The app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is the Complete Cook's Companion App updated?

The app was last updated on June 22, 2020, to version 2.1.5. While not updated frequently, it offers a comprehensive and stable collection of recipes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.5 — 2020-06-22

Corrected issues with display of the method

### 2.1 — 2020-06-02

Updates for iOS 13 including fixes for iPadOS

### 2.0 — 2018-11-29

Fix for "Exprecipe" text missing on iPhone
Fix for navigation menu issue on iPhone.

### 1.9 — 2018-11-29

Fix for recipe methods and ingredients truncation on iPad.

### 1.8 — 2018-10-23

iOS12 bug fixes

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