Vision
Taist envisions a world where everyone can enjoy fresh, authentic, home-cooked meals without the hassle of planning, shopping, or cleaning. Our mission is to revolutionize the dining experience by connecting people with talented local chefs who bring personalized culinary experiences right into their homes. The app empowers users to choose when they want to eat, explore a wide range of chef-curated menus, and customize dishes to their taste—all while ensuring convenience, safety, and dietary inclusivity.
Strategy
Our strategy focuses on building a trusted community of skilled chefs who are thoroughly vetted and insured, providing peace of mind for every customer. By offering extensive filters—including cuisine type, allergies, and meal preferences—Taist ensures a highly personalized and inclusive food experience. We prioritize seamless user interaction, from intuitive scheduling to hassle-free meal execution, eliminating the need for grocery shopping, cooking, or cleanup. Through smart technology and a chef-first model, Taist is setting a new standard for on-demand dining at home.

Challanges
Real-Time Scheduling
Coordinating chef availability and order timing efficiently
Personalization & Filtering
Allowing users to browse menus, apply filters, and customize meals dynamically
Trust & Safety
Implementing background verification and insurance status checks for chefs
Mobile Usability
Designing an interface that is simple, fast, and engaging for both users and chefs
Scalability
Handling multiple users, chefs, and real-time order updates without performance degradation
Solutions
Mobile-First App with React Native & TypeScript
Developed a React Native app with TypeScript for a responsive, mobile-first experience
Real-Time Scheduling & Notifications
Built real-time scheduling and notifications to ensure chefs and users stay aligned on order timing
Dynamic Menu Filtering
Implemented dynamic menu filtering by categories, allergies, and customization options to enhance user experience
Trust & Safety Workflows
Integrated background check and insurance verification workflows to ensure trust and safety
Intuitive Dual-Role Interface
Created an intuitive user interface for both chefs and customers, reducing friction and improving engagement

End Product
Taist successfully transformed the way users access on-demand personal chefs by combining convenience, personalization, and trust into a seamless mobile experience. Leveraging React Native and TypeScript, the platform provides an intuitive, reliable, and scalable solution for enjoying fresh, customized meals at home. Users benefit from restaurant-quality service, while chefs gain a flexible and secure platform to reach customers efficiently.
