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Zest
AddedFeb 15, 2024
UpdatedJul 4, 2026
Zest

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Zest: A Chicago-based subscription app founded in 2021, teaching cooking skills.

HQ
Chicago, IL, US
Founded
2021
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Techstars logoTechstars: Chicago2022
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Zest, founded by Jacob Gutstein in 2021 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, is a subscription-based app designed to teach people how to cook. The app offers personalized recipes, shopping lists, and cooking lessons that cater to various skill levels, ensuring the process is engaging and educational. Zest aims to empower users to explore their culinary potential by making cooking accessible and enjoyable, targeting a broad market of individuals eager to improve their kitchen skills.

Notable for its rapid growth, Zest has attracted over 400,000 users who appreciate its user-friendly interface and comprehensive cooking guidance. The app's impact is evident in its positive user reviews and growing community. While specific investors are not publicly detailed, Zest's success is a testament to its innovative approach to culinary education and its ability to meet the needs of modern home cooks.

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Zest - Quick Facts

Who are Zest's competitors?

Companies similar to Zest include Cooklist, Zest, SideChef and Culineer.

When was Zest founded?

Zest was founded in 2021.

Where is Zest's headquarters located?

Zest's headquarters is located in Chicago, IL, US.

When was Zest's last funding round?

Zest's most recent funding round was for $100k (USD) in October 2023.

How much has Zest raised to-date?

As of Oct 1, 2023, Zest has raised a total of $4.3M (USD).

How many employees does Zest have?

Zest has 5 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Zest - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Model
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Subscription
  • Subscriptions
Main Product
  • Cooking
  • Lessons
  • Lists
  • Recipes
  • Shopping
Tags
  • App
  • Mobile
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 311000Food Manufacturing
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 710000Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation
  • 713000Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
SIC
  • 2000Food And Kindred Products
  • 8390Social Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail
  • 8300Social Services
  • 5990Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 5999Miscellaneous Retail Stores, Not Elsewhere Classified
  • 8399Social Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
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SIC
  • 7900Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7990Miscellaneous Amusement And Recreation Services
  • 7999Amusement And Recreation Services, Not Elsewhere Classified