Tamari

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted recipe management system

Overview

Tamari is an open-source recipe manager that lets users store, organize, and search recipes with custom categories, tags, and ingredients. It supports URL recipe imports, meal planning, shopping list generation, and nutrition tracking. Deployable via Docker (simple setup) or manual installation, it features a clean UI, dark mode, and CalDAV integration for meal plans. Ideal for home cooks who want control over their recipe data without relying on cloud services, Tamari prioritizes privacy and customization.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  tamari:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: tamari
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Import recipes directly from URLs
Meal planning & shopping list auto-generation
Custom categories, tags, and ingredient tracking
Nutrition information calculation
Docker deployment support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Tamari hard to install?

Tamari is easy to install using Docker Compose—just pull the image and run the container with minimal configuration. Manual installation requires setting up Go, PostgreSQL, and dependencies, which is more technical but manageable for users with basic server experience.

? Is it a good alternative to Paprika Recipe Manager?

Yes—Tamari offers core features like recipe storage, URL imports, meal planning, and shopping lists similar to Paprika, but with self-hosted privacy and no subscription cost. It lacks Paprika’s offline mobile sync but is a strong open-source alternative for users prioritizing data control.

? Is it completely free?

Tamari is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License. Users can self-host, modify, and use it without any hidden costs or subscription fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Recipe Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Easy Docker setup for beginners
⊕ URL recipe import saves manual entry time

Cons

⊖ Limited mobile support (web-based only)
⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for non-Docker installs
⊖ Fewer integrations than proprietary alternatives