Apple is heating up the recipe app scene with an exciting new addition for its Apple News+ subscribers. Introducing Apple News+ Food, a delectable feature set to launch in April with iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4 across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia. This section lets food enthusiasts search, discover, save, and cook from a rich catalog of recipes offered by trusted Apple News+ publishing partners.
In contrast to standalone apps that aggregate recipes from across the internet, Apple News+ Food focuses exclusively on content from its own platform. Upon launch, Apple aims to have more than 30 publishers contributing, up from the 20 currently testing the feature. Users can expect mouth-watering content from celebrated names like Allrecipes, Bon Appétit, Food & Wine, and many more. This means tens of thousands of curated recipes will soon be at your fingertips.
For iPhone and iPad users looking for their next culinary adventure, the new Food section will be found right within the Apple News app’s Today feed. Here, a featured recipe curated by Apple’s culinary experts will catch your eye, alongside a buffet of food and dining stories and a comprehensive recipe catalog. Plus, you can easily access your saved recipes anytime.
Non-subscribers won’t miss out entirely, as some food stories and recipes will also be available without an Apple News+ subscription. However, for an immersive experience, subscribers can dive deeper into the Food+ section, updated daily with recommended stories tailored to individual interests. The more you explore, the better it gets, with personalized content adapting to your preferences.
The service goes beyond just compiling recipes – it ensures your cooking experience is seamless. Recipes are presented free of clutter and ads, making them easy to read and follow. Each recipe clearly displays essential details like ingredients, cooking times, and more, complete with a beautiful photograph of the dish.
Additional features like cooking mode take convenience to the next level. You can view recipes in full-screen with larger text for easy reading, and the screen stays awake to keep the instructions visible throughout your cooking session. For hands-free time management, a quick tap on cooking times within the instructions starts a timer directly on your device.
Despite its rich offerings, one limitation is apparent: users can’t import personal recipes or save those found outside the Apple ecosystem. While this may restrict some flexibility, the breadth and quality of content available could appeal to many home chefs.
Apple’s foray into the recipe app sphere is yet another step in its expansion beyond traditional tech offerings. With Apple News+ Food being part of the Apple News+ subscription package, users get access to everything it encompasses for $12.99 per month in the U.S., unlocking a world of magazines, newspapers, and digital reads alongside this culinary treasure trove.
While independent app developers might find themselves pushed aside by Apple’s vast resources, the allure of a polished, integrated experience within the Apple ecosystem is undeniable for many users seeking culinary inspiration.
