Proof of Usefulness Report

Cook My Grub

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+68
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Cook My Grub is a legitimate, verifiable UK-based startup connecting home chefs with customers. While the submission itself was of very poor quality (containing exaggerated claims like 'most people have used my product' and confusing market cap with revenue), external validation confirms the project has raised over £1M in funding, onboards verified local chefs, and serves a specific regional market. The score reflects a solid 'seed stage' business with verified utility, dampened by the niche regional reach and the low-effort submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85
Audience Reach Impact+40
Technical Innovation+50
Evidence Of Traction+65
Market Timing Relevance+75
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+60
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+67

Project Details

Project URL
cookmygrub.com
Description
Cook My Grub, accessible via their domain cookmygrub.com, is a company that specializes in providing a platform for home chefs to offer their culinary creations to a wider audience. The company connects talented home cooks with customers looking for authentic, homemade meals, offering a diverse range of cuisines. Cook My Grub emphasizes quality, freshness, and the unique flavors of home-cooked food, allowing customers to enjoy meals that are prepared with care and passion. The platform supports local chefs by giving them the tools and exposure needed to grow their culinary businesses, while also providing food lovers with convenient access to delicious, home-cooked meals.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Food Beverages
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline