Connecting kitchens, building community
We believe the best meals come from real kitchens, not assembly lines. Eat HomePlates is a platform that connects local, permitted home cooks with their neighbors, bringing the warmth of a home-cooked meal to every table in California and Utah.
Every neighbor deserves a home-cooked meal
We connect local cooks with their neighbors to share real, homemade food. Every cook on our platform is strictly required to hold either a MEHKO permit (Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations) or a Cottage Food license.
These aren't just guidelines. They're state-mandated certifications that ensure every kitchen has been inspected, every cook has been trained, and every meal meets professional safety standards.
Professional safety for every home kitchen
Licenses aren't just paperwork. They ensure professional-grade safety standards for every meal prepared. Here's what every Eat HomePlates kitchen must maintain.
Handwashing
Dedicated handwashing sink stocked with liquid soap and single-use paper towels at all times.
Cleaning & Sanitation
All food contact surfaces sanitized with a solution of 1 tsp bleach per gallon of water before and after every prep.
Waste Management
Kitchen trash removed daily to an outdoor lidded bin to prevent pests.
Proper Storage
Raw meat always stored on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, below produce and cooked items.
Pet Policy
No pets allowed in the kitchen or dining area during food preparation or service hours.