Chowdown is a self-hosted recipe manager that helps you store, organize, and access your favorite recipes.

• Docker installed
• Chowdown container running in your Docker stack

1. Open your browser and navigate to http://<your-ip-address>:<port>.
2. Log in with your Chowdown credentials.

1. Follow the initial setup wizard to configure basic settings.
2. Choose your preferred language for the Chowdown interface.

1. Navigate to the Recipes tab.
2. Click Add Recipe.
3. Enter the recipe details, including title, ingredients, instructions, and any additional notes.
4. Click Save.

1. Go to the Categories tab.
2. Click Add Category.
3. Enter the category name (e.g., Appetizers, Desserts).
4. Click Save.
5. Assign recipes to categories for better organization.

1. Navigate to the Import/Export tab.
2. To import recipes, click Import and upload your recipe files.
3. To export recipes, click Export and choose the format for your recipe files.

1. Go to the Settings section.
2. Customize the settings according to your preferences (e.g., theme, display options).
3. Click Save.

• Ensure all paths and environment variables are updated in the chowdown.yaml file.
• Regularly backup your config directory to save your settings and recipes.

• Common Issues: List common issues and solutions.
• Logs: Check Chowdown logs for error messages.
• Support: Link to the Chowdown community and support resources.