Cook'n

Since computers are found in nearly any environment or domain of activity, specialized applications are designed to give you the possibility to create and organize lists or databases in which valuable info is stored. Cook'n is one of them and is strictly aimed at the culinary aspect of day to day activities.

Running the application gives you a glimpse of what can be accomplished. A complex database can be created using either recipes you manually write down or you can go online without having to open up a web browser.

With the help of an integrated search engine you can quickly look up recipes on various cooking websites. A capture function automatically retrieves specific data, such as ingredients, quantities, as well as description. These are placed in corresponding fields and added to your list so it can be accessed anytime.

Nearly every field can be edited, giving you the possibility to fully customize the database. Browsing through available panels, you come across an option that lets you create menus for serving daily, at special events, or even for a specific number of people.

The application lets you import various files, including text and using a dedicated tool you can fill in recipe fields with little effort. However, you can also do the reverse process and export your recipes to a file or even print them directly.

To sum it up, Cook'n shouldn't be missing from a chef's computer or someone with a big appetite. You need to be patient at first due to the abundance of features. This does not make it difficult to use and once you get the hang of it, managing recipes and grocery lists becomes both modern and fun.