# Papaya: Recipe & Cocktail — Cookbook and Shopping list

> Recipe and cocktail manager with smart shopping list and note-taking features. (iPhone/iPad app by Chinnasak Luo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papaya-recipe-and-cocktail/id1612154646 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chinnasak Luo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1612154648)
- Category: Food & Drink, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 127 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papaya-recipe-and-cocktail/id1612154646/reviews.md

## What is Papaya?

Papaya is a modern recipe manager and shopping helper.

SEARCH
- Explore recipes by name, cuisine and type. 
- Search recipes by ingredients. 
- Filter the all results by categories. 
- Papaya is currently using a database containing more than 5000 cooking recipes and cocktails. You are guaranteed to find something you like.

ORGANIZING
- Bookmark and favor the recipes you like.
- Easily retrieve your view history in case you missing anything. 

SMART SHOPPING
- Add the ingredients of any recipe to your shopping list.
- Set the number of serving and automatically calculate the amount you need.
- Edit the amount as you need. 
- Mark as complete after you finish shopping.

GROCERY / PERSONAL ITEM
- Add personal items to the shopping list. 
- Set reminder so that the app will push notification when due.

NOTE TAKING
- Save everything you have in mind to your personal note.

 
* Some of the functions above may require subscription

Private Policy: https://www.papayacooking.com/private-policy
User Agreement: https://www.papayacooking.com/user-agreement

## Key features

- Recipe search by name, cuisine, type, and ingredients
- Smart shopping list with automatic quantity calculation
- Bookmark and favorite recipes
- View history
- Add personal items to shopping list
- Set shopping reminders
- Personal note-taking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $7.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $1.99 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/papaya-recipe-and-cocktail/id1612154646/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Been looking for something like this!

*2022-04-08, version 1.0*

I’ve always been doing my own calculations by hand and figuring things out then adding each to different post it’s. Finally a one-stop-shop for me!

## Frequently asked questions about Papaya

### What is Papaya?

Papaya is a modern recipe manager and shopping helper. It allows you to discover recipes, organize your favorites, and manage your grocery shopping with smart features.

### How many recipes does Papaya have?

Papaya currently uses a database containing over 5000 cooking recipes and cocktails, ensuring a wide variety of options.

### Can Papaya help with grocery shopping?

Yes, you can add ingredients from any recipe to your shopping list. You can also set the number of servings, and the app will automatically calculate the required amounts.

### Does Papaya offer a free trial?

The app is free to download and use. Some advanced functions may require a subscription, which offers full access for $1.99 per month or $7.99 per year.

### What devices does Papaya support?

Papaya is available for iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is Papaya updated?

The app was last updated on April 1, 2022, with version 1.0.

### Is Papaya suitable for all ages?

Papaya has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Can I add my own items to the shopping list in Papaya?

Yes, you can add personal items to the shopping list in addition to recipe ingredients. You can also set reminders for when you need to go shopping.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2022-04-01

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*