Universal Cooking Credits (UCC) are the reward currency of uChef. Earn them by learning, teaching, and engaging with the platform.
Watch a video to completion
Pass the 7-of-10 Challenge
Complete a live session
Publish a video (chefs)
Redeem with participating vendors
Spend your UCC at farmers markets and food vendors who accept uChef credits. Show your QR code at checkout to apply your balance.
Proof of Mastery
Your UCC balance reflects your cooking knowledge. The more you learn and practice, the more you earn. It is a visible record of your culinary growth.
Is UCC real money?
No. UCC is a platform reward, not a cryptocurrency or legal tender. It represents your learning progress and can be redeemed for discounts with participating vendors.
Can I lose UCC?
UCC is spent when you redeem it at a vendor. You cannot lose UCC you have earned through learning.
Is there a limit?
You can earn up to 50 UCC per month to keep the system fair for everyone. Chefs earn teaching rewards without a cap.
How do I check my balance?
Your UCC balance is shown on your profile page, and in the header when you are logged in.