Homemade is a marketplace that connects busy people with trusted home cooks who prepare fresh meals right in their kitchens. You get home-cooked food tailored to your tastes without the prep, mess, or stress.

1. Submit a request with your preferences

2. We’ll match you with one or more available cooks

3. Choose your cook, confirm your dishes, and enjoy your session!

Just access to your kitchen and basic kitchen tools. You choose whether to shop for groceries yourself or have the cook handle it (you’ll reimburse them through the platform).

Yes! All Homemade cooks:

• Complete a third-party background check

• Hold a valid food safety certification

• Have public reviews from other Homemade clients

Rates are set by each cook, but most sessions fall between $35–$60 per hour. Grocery costs are separate and depend on your selected meals.

Your cook’s time, the meal prep, and the Homemade platform’s services (e.g., matching, support, payment processing). A 15% platform fee is included in the cost to cover admin and support costs.

You’ll receive a Stripe payment link via email when you book your session. 

Absolutely! There’s no ongoing commitment. Many clients start with a one-time session to try it out, then rebook as often as they like.

Yes. When filling out your request form, you can share your dietary needs, favorite dishes, and any allergies. We'll use this info to match you with the right cooks.

Yes. You’ll be able to view sample menus from each cook and request any dishes you’d love to try. You’re welcome to ask for modifications to any dish based on your preferences or dietary needs — and if none of the suggested dishes appeal to you, you can request your own.

Tipping is optional but always appreciated. You can include a tip through Stripe when you pay, or provide one directly.

Please cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled session. Late cancellations may incur a charge to cover the cook’s time.

Email us at cookinghomemadeteam@gmail.com — we’re always happy to help. Once a session is scheduled, you’ll also be able to reach us via text for real-time support during your service window.