In the heart of Portland’s vibrant culinary scene, a new player has emerged to transform the way we experience dining recommendations. HUE, the personalized food recommendation social network app, is making waves among Gen Z and Millennials, offering a fresh take on culinary exploration tailor-made for Portland’s palates.
Jean-Baptiste Dominguez, the Co-founder & CEO of HUE, shares a relatable struggle for those navigating diverse food landscapes in today’s modern-day world. “Current apps miss the mark when it comes to personalized recommendations based on individual taste” observes Jean-Baptiste. “Past attempts at friend-recommended apps proved unsuccessful, because I love most of my friends for who they’re, not their taste.”
Formerly the Co-Founder of Clash App, a Los Angeles-based short-form video app boasting 6.5 million users post-launch and $9 million in funding, Jean-Baptiste partnered with Noriko Shindo, an ex-Amazonian holding an MBA from INSEAD, to tackle the unique challenges of today’s eating out scene. The result? HUE was born as an idea in September 2023, promising not just an app but a personalized guide to navigating the diverse flavors of the Rose City.
HUE isn’t your typical recommendation app; it’s a culinary companion designed for your unique taste profile. With its proprietary algorithm, HUE visually translates individual taste preferences into a dynamic and ever-evolving HUE (a unique color), offering tailored suggestions that resonate with the dynamic food scene of today.
Much like the city it caters to, your HUE is a dynamic shade reflecting your evolving palate. It’s a visual representation of your dining preferences, acknowledging the eclectic and ever-changing tastes found in the City of Roses.
Discover restaurant recommendations curated for your evolving HUE, explore places endorsed by friends, and engage with curated lists from members who share similar HUEs. In the world of HUE, closer HUEs translate to closer taste preferences—a concept perfectly aligned with the individualistic and diverse culinary preferences of Portlanders.
A prominent YouTube and IG creator meishmoe, celebrated the app’s arrival, exclaiming, “It’s about time we had a new Yelp”
Portland, get ready to elevate your dining experience. HUE is now available for download on both the App Store and Google Play Store. Bid farewell to generic recommendations and embrace HUE as your personalized culinary guide through the diverse and dynamic flavors of the Rose City. Discover your HUE and embark on a unique taste journey crafted just for you!
