Blog & Press

News, stories, and insights from the HomeMeal community.

How 5,000 Home Chefs Are Reshaping Food Delivery in 48 Countries

The rise of the independent home chef is not just a trend — it's a structural shift in how the world eats. We explore what this means for food culture, employment, and the future of the gig economy.

1 April 20268 min readRead article

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Food Guide

The Definitive Guide to Authentic Maqlouba

Our top-rated Palestinian chef shares the family recipe that has earned 500+ five-star reviews on HomeMeal.

28 Mar 20265 min

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Reports

Driver Earnings Report: Q1 2026

Average HomeMeal driver earns $680/week in top markets. Here are the full numbers.

25 Mar 20264 min

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News

HomeMeal Launches in Thailand, Philippines, and Indonesia

Three new Southeast Asian markets bringing authentic local home cooking to millions of new customers.

15 Mar 20263 min

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Safety

Our Commitment to Food Safety: How We Verify Every Chef

A deep dive into the HomeMeal kitchen inspection process, permit verification, and ongoing monitoring systems.

10 Mar 20266 min

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Chef Stories

Chef Spotlight: Amara Okonkwo and Her Jollof Revolution

How a Lagos home cook turned a 300-person waiting list into a full-time career on HomeMeal.

3 Mar 20267 min

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Catering

HomeMeal Catering: How We Served 3,000 Guests at One Event

Behind the scenes of our largest catering activation — coordinating 40 chefs and 15 drivers in real time.

20 Feb 20265 min