# Taste of the South

> Magazines & Newspapers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id577137614](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id577137614)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id577137614`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Hoffman Media LLC
- **Category:** Magazines & Newspapers
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (90 ratings)
- **Version:** 7.2.10
- **Last updated:** 2024-02-08
- **First published:** 2012-11-16
- **Size:** 25 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-18
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/taste-of-the-south/id577137614)
- **Website:** [http://www.tasteofthesouthmagazine.com/](http://www.tasteofthesouthmagazine.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.hoffmanmedia.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.hoffmanmedia.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Taste of the South is a magazine app that brings the best of Southern cooking, personalities, and culinary destinations to your iPad. Enjoy every issue on the go with current issues included and future issues delivered automatically, making it ideal for fans of Southern cuisine and travelers seeking flavor adventures. The app serves as a comprehensive guide to Southern lifestyle, pairing delicious recipes with profiles of chefs, regional specialties, and travel ideas to inspire home cooks and on-the-road dining alike.

Subscription information: Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions may be managed by the user in Account Settings; no cancellation during active subscription period. Privacy Policy & Terms: https://www.hoffmanmedia.com/privacy-policy/

## Rankings

- #138,957 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users love Taste of the South's magazine content and recipes, especially on iPad, and enjoy taking recipes with them. However, recurring issues dominate: purchases aren’t recognized and bought content can’t be opened or restored; new issues are often unavailable; digital pricing is confusing; the UX/navigation worsened after updates; and there are occasional crashes. The app delivers strong recipe content and visuals, but purchasing, access, and navigation friction significantly detract from the overall experience.

### Pros

- Excellent recipes and appealing food photos.
- Magazines and recipes are accessible on the iPad, offering travel-friendly reading.
- Overall magazine content is enjoyable and well-loved by readers.

### Cons

- Purchases/subscriptions are not recognized; users are prompted to buy again or cannot access already purchased content.
- Inability to download or access purchased issues; new issues often unavailable or not visible.
- Poor UX and navigation after updates; content organization and restoration of purchases are confusing; redesigned interfaces make it hard to locate bought issues.
- Digital pricing is confusing and not clearly aligned with print subscriptions; users feel they are being asked to pay twice for digital access.
- App stability issues including crashes.

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