What is SousChef?
SousChef is an app that makes cooking easier. You choose a recipe and cook along step by step with visuals, voice and automatic timers.
Is SousChef free?
Yes, SousChef is free to use. The core functionality will remain free, also in future versions.
How does SousChef work?
You choose a recipe, press Start and SousChef guides you through the entire cooking process at your own pace.
Do I need to create an account?
No, you can start cooking right away without an account.
Which devices does SousChef support?
SousChef works on iPhone and Android and scales automatically on tablets.
Where do the recipes come from?
Most recipes are developed by the SousChef team and tested for simplicity and clarity.
What makes SousChef different from other cooking apps?
SousChef lets you actually cook along rather than just read. No long texts or videos to pause, just one seamless cooking experience.
Is SousChef focused on healthy or sustainable cooking?
SousChef works as much as possible with real, unprocessed ingredients. Cooking naturally becomes healthier without any extra effort.
Do you sell my data?
No, SousChef does not sell data to third parties. We use anonymous data only to improve the app.
Where can I get help or give feedback?
Is there a cooking app with voice guidance?
Yes, SousChef uses spoken guidance and visual instructions so your hands stay free while cooking.
Is there an app that automatically creates my shopping list?
SousChef automatically generates an overview of all the ingredients you need for your chosen recipe.
Why do my recipes often go wrong?
Many recipes are written by experienced cooks who no longer explicitly mention steps or timing. This makes everything seem simple, but in practice it takes more time and attention than the recipe suggests. SousChef helps you understand everything.
Why are recipes so difficult to follow?
Because they're often written for people with cooking experience. It's assumed you know how finely "finely chopped" means, what "season to taste" means or how a sauce should reduce. Without that knowledge it quickly gets tricky. SousChef writes recipes so that everyone understands them, even a 12-year-old.
I get confused while cooking – what can help?
You often have to switch between text, ingredients and multiple pans. That requires multitasking, especially if you have to keep re-reading or scrolling. SousChef solves this with a timeline and clear steps.
Why does the preparation time in recipes often seem off?
Recipe times are usually based on someone working very efficiently. Many writers deliberately shorten the total time to make the recipe seem more accessible. SousChef gives honest timings and automatically tracks timers.
Why do I often forget ingredients while cooking?
In many recipes, ingredients are listed separately from the preparation steps. If you don't constantly refer back to the top of the page, it's easy to miss something. SousChef repeats the ingredients and quantities at the moment you need them.
Why do cooking videos always go so fast?
Cooking videos are meant to inspire, not to cook along with. That's why they're cut short or sped up. SousChef waits for you while you cook and only moves on when you're ready.
How can you learn to cook without a cookbook or course?
The best way is simply doing it and repeating: cooking with clear instructions, always trying something new and learning from what you can improve. By cooking regularly, you naturally build confidence and routine.