Fresh Homemade Meals from Neighbours

Real home cooks. Real taste. Order for pickup or chef delivery — no subscriptions, no hidden fees.

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Fresh homemade meal

Why choose MamChef

We've reimagined how you discover and enjoy authentic homemade meals from talented cooks in your neighbourhood.

Safety

A trusted marketplace for home-cooked food. Chefs must register with VMVT and VMI and complete our onboarding checks. KYC for payouts is handled via Stripe.

No upfront fees

Chefs pay nothing to join. We only make money when they do — no listing or subscription fees, only commission on completed orders.

Easy chef search

Find food fast. Filter by cuisine, price, pickup time, chef rating, and dietary requirements — order in minutes.

Modern

Fast checkout & scheduling. Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit card — and real-time availability for last-minute pickup.

Time-saving

Quick order flow. Browse, select pickup or chef delivery, pay — done in under 90 seconds.

Less stress

Trust the food you order. Chef profiles, reviews and clear allergen info so you know exactly what you're getting.

About MamChef

One evening a home-cooked dinner saved the day — and we realised how many great cooks in our neighbourhood had no easy way to sell their food. MamChef started with a simple question: what if finding fresh, homemade meals was as easy as calling a taxi?

Today MamChef helps home cooks earn reliably and gives customers a better, affordable alternative to takeout.

Home cooking

Who is MamChef for?

For Home Cooks

Turn your passion into profit

  • Earn from your talent — turn your cooking skills into income with no upfront fees
  • Flexible schedule — cook when you want, choose pickup or chef delivery
  • Local recognition — build a profile, gain reviews, and grow your own micro-brand
  • Simple payouts — bi-weekly transfers directly to your bank via Stripe

For Food Lovers

Discover authentic homemade meals

  • Affordable meals — real homemade food at prices lower than many restaurants
  • Support local — every order helps a neighbour earn and grow
  • Healthier choices — authentic recipes, clear allergens, no industrial kitchens
  • Convenience — order in under 90 seconds, pickup nearby or get chef delivery

How it works

1

Find a meal

Browse menus, filter by cuisine, price, or pickup/delivery options to find the perfect homemade meal.

2

Order & pay

Secure checkout with card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. No hidden fees, just transparent pricing.

3

Enjoy & review

Pick up your order or get it delivered, then leave feedback to help the chef grow their business.

Frequently asked questions

For Customers

All meals are prepared by independent home cooks (chefs) in Vilnius, who are registered with the State Food and Veterinary Service (VMVT) and meet hygiene regulations.
Payments are made securely through MamChef using card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. All transactions are processed through our secure payment system.
Yes — some chefs offer delivery ("chef delivery"), while others provide pickup. You can choose your preferred option during checkout.
Each meal listing includes detailed ingredient information and allergen warnings. You can also filter meals by dietary preferences like vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and more.
You can request support directly via the app or website. Refunds and disputes are handled fairly between you and the chef, with MamChef support team helping when needed.

For Home Cooks (Chefs)

Yes — all chefs must register their activity with VMI (for taxes) and VMVT (for food safety approval). MamChef provides a step-by-step guide to help you.
There are no upfront fees. MamChef charges a small commission only when you sell a meal.
Payouts are handled through Stripe Connect. Chefs receive their earnings every two weeks, directly to their bank account, minus MamChef's commission.
Once approved, you can upload meals, set portion sizes, add photos, and choose your own pricing and pickup/delivery times.
We provide onboarding guidance (VMVT & VMI), marketing exposure on our platform, and secure payment processing.