NYT Cooking’s AI assistant saved my weeknight chicken, but almost ruined my cake

The Verge AISaturday, November 7, 2026 at 3:50 PM

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NYT Cooking’s AI assistant saved my weeknight chicken, but almost ruined my cake — Image via The Verge AI

Around 7PM each weeknight, I find myself standing in front of the fridge, trying to decide on something for dinner that won't make my husband complain, "Chicken again? " Yes, I should meal plan more, but I don't, so this is where I'm at.

RedScroll Signal

Impact: High
Category: Ai
Market relevance: Moderate
Why it matters: AI developments move capital, regulation, and competitive advantage across the tech stack. Around 7PM each weeknight, I find myself standing in front of the fridge, trying to decide on something for dinner that won't make my husband complain, "Chicken again? " Yes, I should meal plan more, but I don't, so this is where I'm at. Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Cooking.

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Why it matters

AI developments move capital, regulation, and competitive advantage across the tech stack.

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Economic impact

Secondary effects may show up in markets and supply chains linked to Cooking.

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