Food-X

Food-X is a leading food innovation accelerator based in New York, recognized for its role in supporting food entrepreneurs in rapidly bringing their products and services to market. Established in 2014, Food-X partners with early-stage companies across the food supply chain, including sectors such as food technology, health, and consumer packaged goods. The accelerator focuses its investments primarily in the United States, providing funding of up to $50,000 per team for a 7 to 10 percent equity stake. Food-X typically supports 10 to 12 companies in each three-and-a-half-month program, leveraging its affiliation with SOSV, a global venture capital fund with extensive experience in various industries. Its commitment to fostering innovation in food-related ventures has earned it recognition as one of the most innovative companies in the sector.

Past deals in Food

Bramble

Convertible Note in 2021
Bramble processes and distributes plant-based pet foods, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of animal-based diets by offering completely plant-based options for pets that are free from pesticides, antibiotics, growth hormones, and other contaminants. The products are designed to resemble meat in appearance, texture, and taste, providing pet owners with a healthy, sustainable alternative for their animals.

Abby's Better

Convertible Note in 2021
Abby’s Better produces minimally processed, plant-based nut butter snacks and spreads. Their products are all-natural, gluten-free, peanut-free, vegan-friendly, and paleo-compliant, offering health-conscious consumers convenient, wholesome options.

RxDiet

Convertible Note in 2020
RxDiet is a company that specializes in nutritional guidance by leveraging artificial intelligence and automation to enhance health outcomes. It has developed a platform that offers personalized meal plans based on individual cultural and lifestyle preferences. By partnering with national food retailers, RxDiet provides users with access to fresh groceries, facilitating healthier dietary choices at reduced costs. Additionally, the company collaborates with major health payers and employers to achieve significant clinical results and cost savings, promoting the concept of "food as medicine" within the healthcare landscape.

Halla

Convertible Note in 2020
Halla is a company that specializes in Taste Intelligence, providing an innovative grocery AI platform designed to understand and respond to consumer preferences and behaviors in real-time. Its suite of products enables grocers to deliver hyper-personalized experiences through tailored product recommendations, substitutions, and search functionalities. By integrating Halla's technology, grocers can enhance customer engagement and drive sales, whether through online cart pages or in-store printed coupons. The platform leverages a combination of food data, human science, and operational insights, utilizing specialized machine-learning models to accurately predict shoppers' individual preferences. This results in a more satisfying grocery experience, encouraging larger purchases and improved customer loyalty.

Living Food

Seed Round in 2020
Living Food is a company focused on developing packaged food and beverage brands that prioritize fresh, clean, and credible food options. It offers a diverse range of healthy, preservative-free products, including bread, dressings, dips, pasta, and juices. By sourcing ingredients from farmers, bakers, brewers, chefs, and artisans, Living Food ensures that its offerings are not only sustainable and chemical-free but also contribute positively to the environment. The company's commitment to quality and sustainability reflects its mission to provide consumers with wholesome food choices.

Halla

Seed Round in 2020
Halla is a company that specializes in Taste Intelligence, providing an innovative grocery AI platform designed to understand and respond to consumer preferences and behaviors in real-time. Its suite of products enables grocers to deliver hyper-personalized experiences through tailored product recommendations, substitutions, and search functionalities. By integrating Halla's technology, grocers can enhance customer engagement and drive sales, whether through online cart pages or in-store printed coupons. The platform leverages a combination of food data, human science, and operational insights, utilizing specialized machine-learning models to accurately predict shoppers' individual preferences. This results in a more satisfying grocery experience, encouraging larger purchases and improved customer loyalty.

Get Bizzy

Convertible Note in 2020
Get Bizzy Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that specializes in producing organic cold brew coffee products marketed under the name Bizzy Coffee Cold Brew Double Shots. Founded in 2015 by Alex and Andrew, the company offers its coffee in black, vanilla, and caramel flavors, all of which are vegan, gluten-free, and free from nuts. Recognizing a gap in the market for convenient and healthy coffee options, the founders developed a product that provides a quick energy boost without the drawbacks associated with traditional coffee brewing. Get Bizzy operates an online retail platform, distributes its products through various retail stores, and caters to wholesale clients, making its offerings widely accessible to consumers seeking a convenient and nutritious coffee alternative.

Remote Kitchen

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Remote Kitchen is a single unified platform to empower restaurants to run, manage and grow their business effectively.

Bramble

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Bramble processes and distributes plant-based pet foods, aiming to reduce the environmental impact of animal-based diets by offering completely plant-based options for pets that are free from pesticides, antibiotics, growth hormones, and other contaminants. The products are designed to resemble meat in appearance, texture, and taste, providing pet owners with a healthy, sustainable alternative for their animals.

Nature Preserve

Seed Round in 2020
Nature Preserve provides a subscription-based Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) platform designed for food distributors and processors. This platform enables users to track and minimize the emissions of food products, contributing to improved efficiency in food supply chains.

byLocals

Seed Round in 2020
ByLocals is a virtual restaurant platform powered by local chefs that designs all its dishes with delivery in mind. The company prepares meals with input from local chefs, emphasizing quality ingredients and affordable pricing, and manages temperature control, portioning, order assembly, and packaging to ensure fresh, consistent dishes are delivered to customers. The model centers on chef-driven menus and efficient logistics to offer healthy options through convenient delivery.

Ingest

Convertible Note in 2020
Ingest is a data management and analytics platform designed for restaurants and food & beverage retailers. It integrates with various business tools to connect disparate data sources, providing real-time insights through interactive dashboards, PDF reports, and CSV exports. This enables better decision-making by uncovering hard-to-reach metrics.

Abbot's Butcher

Convertible Note in 2020
Founded in 2016, Abbot's Butcher produces high-quality, small-batch plant-based meat products. Their allergen-friendly range includes items like chopped chick'n, beef sausage, and chorizo, crafted from whole food ingredients.

Fieldcraft

Convertible Note in 2020
Fieldcraft is a B2B marketplace designed to connect growers of specialty grains and ingredients with various stakeholders in the food supply chain. The company's platform streamlines marketing and sourcing processes, allowing food companies, retail chains, and suppliers to enhance discovery and sampling efficiencies. By facilitating a modern ecommerce experience, Fieldcraft increases transparency and reduces the investment required for innovation, thus empowering small businesses engaged in promoting biodiversity. The marketplace aims to simplify interactions across the supply chain, minimizing the time and costs associated with marketing, buyer verification, and sample fulfillment. Through its innovative approach, Fieldcraft is contributing to the development of a new supply chain within the sustainable food and agriculture sectors.

Living Food

Convertible Note in 2020
Living Food is a company focused on developing packaged food and beverage brands that prioritize fresh, clean, and credible food options. It offers a diverse range of healthy, preservative-free products, including bread, dressings, dips, pasta, and juices. By sourcing ingredients from farmers, bakers, brewers, chefs, and artisans, Living Food ensures that its offerings are not only sustainable and chemical-free but also contribute positively to the environment. The company's commitment to quality and sustainability reflects its mission to provide consumers with wholesome food choices.

Milk Moovement

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2018, Milk Moovement is a Canadian software company specializing in dairy supply chain management. It offers a cloud-based platform that tracks milk pick-ups, monitors production, and provides actionable intelligence to optimize processes and maximize profitability.

Global Belly

Convertible Note in 2020
Global Belly is an innovative online subscription service that offers meal kits featuring a variety of ingredients tailored to specific cuisines, such as Thai and Indian. Each kit includes fresh vegetables, spices, and proteins, accompanied by recipe cards and detailed cooking instructions. Founded in 2014 and based in Newburgh, New York, the company originally operated under the name Saffron Fix Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. In addition to its meal kits, Global Belly serves as a platform for food influencers, allowing them to create shoppable experiences by integrating their culinary content with products. This unique approach enables creators to monetize their brands while providing consumers with convenient access to curated food items inspired by their favorite influencers.

YourLocal

Convertible Note in 2020
YourLocal operates a mobile marketplace that connects food vendors—restaurants, cafés, specialty shops, and supermarkets—with local customers to sell surplus inventory at discounted prices. The app notifies users in real time about available items, allowing them to purchase and pick up meals directly from the shop. By facilitating the sale of unsold food, the platform helps vendors reduce waste, lowers consumer costs, and contributes to a smaller carbon footprint.

Millennia TEA

Seed Round in 2019
Millennia TEA, founded in 2016 and based in Saint John, Canada, specializes in the production and sale of a unique category of tea known as Fresh-leaf. The company is dedicated to promoting health and well-being through its antioxidant-rich teas, which are designed to enhance clarity, focus, and energy. Millennia TEA employs a distinct method of processing, where tea leaves are picked, washed, and flash-frozen rather than heated and dried. This technique preserves the leaves' natural properties, which are believed to aid in reducing inflammation and supporting a robust immune system. By offering nutrient-rich teas, Millennia TEA aims to contribute to consumers' overall health and happiness. The company's products are available both in physical stores and online.

Planetarians

Convertible Note in 2019
Planetarians is a US-based Climate/FoodTech company developing affordable, healthy plant-based proteins through ingredient innovation. It focuses on an ingredient technology system that upcycles food by-products and solid waste into high-protein fiber ingredients, enabling the creation of alternative meat products and carbon-negative meat substitutes. Its processes repurpose spent soybeans from oil extraction and spent yeast from beer fermentation to produce natural protein and fiber that can fortify a range of foods. The company positions its technology to advance sustainable protein production and reduce waste while expanding plant-based options.

Hidden Gems

Seed Round in 2019
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage. The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

YoFiit

Seed Round in 2019
YoFiit is a company specializing in plant-based nutrition. It offers a range of products across various categories, providing consumers with healthier alternatives.

Hidden Gems

Convertible Note in 2019
Hidden Gems is a beverage company that offers Reveal, a first and only avocado seed beverage. The company's mission is to create beautiful, environmentally safe, and socially responsible upcycled products by discovering the hidden value in the food people would normally call trash. Hidden gems aims to reduce food waste, continue to create and support sustainable systems for sustainable living. The company was founded in 2019 and is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

True Made Foods

Series A in 2019
Founded in 2015, True Made Foods produces and sells healthier versions of popular sauces like ketchup, BBQ sauce, and Sriracha. Their products are infused with fresh vegetables and have significantly reduced sugar content compared to traditional counterparts. They are available through supermarkets, online retailers, and directly from their website.

Simply Good Jars

Seed Round in 2019
Simply Good Jars is a certified B-Corporation dedicated to promoting sustainability through its meal delivery service. The company operates smart refrigerated kiosks in offices, transit centers, universities, and healthcare facilities, offering chef-prepared, ready-to-eat meals packaged in reusable jars. These jars are designed to minimize waste, with a high return rate ensuring minimal environmental impact. For every jar returned, Simply Good Jars contributes to feeding someone in need, aligning its business model with social responsibility.

Get Bizzy

Convertible Note in 2019
Get Bizzy Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that specializes in producing organic cold brew coffee products marketed under the name Bizzy Coffee Cold Brew Double Shots. Founded in 2015 by Alex and Andrew, the company offers its coffee in black, vanilla, and caramel flavors, all of which are vegan, gluten-free, and free from nuts. Recognizing a gap in the market for convenient and healthy coffee options, the founders developed a product that provides a quick energy boost without the drawbacks associated with traditional coffee brewing. Get Bizzy operates an online retail platform, distributes its products through various retail stores, and caters to wholesale clients, making its offerings widely accessible to consumers seeking a convenient and nutritious coffee alternative.

ENTR

Seed Round in 2019
ENTR is an AI-powered formulation and nutrition analysis platform for the food, beverage, and supplement industries. It enables management of ingredient and supplier data, supports product development with sandbox tools, and generates regulatory-compliant nutrition labels, including nutrition fact panels, ingredient and allergen statements, and nutrient content claims. The platform also provides document management and tracks development progress, helping to streamline workflows, ensure regulatory compliance, and save time and resources. Built with industry expertise, ENTR functions as a modern alternative to legacy nutritional analysis software, serving both emerging brands and large companies.

Protes

Convertible Note in 2019
Protes is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2013, that specializes in producing protein snacks. The company markets its flagship product, Protes protein chips, available in four flavors: spicy chili lime, tangy southern BBQ, toasted coconut, and zesty nacho. These chips are designed to be a low-calorie, vegan alternative to traditional protein bars and shakes, offering a rich source of protein while being gluten-free. Protes aims to provide consumers with a tasty and healthy snack option that supports a balanced diet, accessible through their online platform and retail stores.

Halla

Seed Round in 2019
Halla is a company that specializes in Taste Intelligence, providing an innovative grocery AI platform designed to understand and respond to consumer preferences and behaviors in real-time. Its suite of products enables grocers to deliver hyper-personalized experiences through tailored product recommendations, substitutions, and search functionalities. By integrating Halla's technology, grocers can enhance customer engagement and drive sales, whether through online cart pages or in-store printed coupons. The platform leverages a combination of food data, human science, and operational insights, utilizing specialized machine-learning models to accurately predict shoppers' individual preferences. This results in a more satisfying grocery experience, encouraging larger purchases and improved customer loyalty.

Sweetie Pie Organics

Seed Round in 2019
Sweetie Pie Organics is a brand that makes organic snacks for toddlers and nutritional products for pregnant and new mothers. Toddler snacks use organic produce grown on U.S. farms, are freeze-dried to preserve natural taste, and are packed in recyclable packaging. They contain no added ingredients and are 100% fruits and vegetables, melting in the mouth for easy consumption. The portfolio for mothers includes organic and gluten-free smoothies and snacks designed to support health during pregnancy and breastfeeding, featuring natural galactagogues like fenugreek to help lactation and alleviate morning nausea, while delivering essential nutrients.

Uplift Food

Seed Round in 2019
Uplift Food, established in 2018, is an Australian-based company that manufactures and retails functional food products designed by dietitians. The company specializes in creating snacks that support gut health and mood, utilizing ingredients like organic green banana flour, probiotics, and vitamin D mushrooms. Uplift Food's products are available for purchase through its online platform.

Paragon Pure

Seed Round in 2019
Paragon Pure is a food ingredient company specializing in developing natural products that cater to modern dietary needs. They focus on areas such as flavor encapsulation and process engineering, leveraging physical chemistry principles and navigating regulatory spaces to create healthier, sustainable structured fats and flavors.

Abbot's Butcher

Convertible Note in 2019
Founded in 2016, Abbot's Butcher produces high-quality, small-batch plant-based meat products. Their allergen-friendly range includes items like chopped chick'n, beef sausage, and chorizo, crafted from whole food ingredients.

Naughty Noah's

Seed Round in 2018
Naughty Noah's aims to produce sustainable plant-based foods and beverages at an affordable price. It produces and delivers a wide range of authentic Vietnamese instant pho noodles such as chicka what pho, original beast pho, victory veg pho, curry masala pho, don't be a boar pho, and holy hot pepper pho noodles. Naughty Noah's delivers its products through both online and offline stores.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2018
LiveKuna is a vertically-integrated superfood company that collaborates directly with Ecuadorian farmers to produce organic food products aimed at enhancing health through nutrition. The company's offerings primarily consist of chia seeds, quinoa, and rice, which are known for their antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory benefits, and anti-viral effects. These ingredients are thoughtfully blended with probiotics to create nutritious food and snack options that support a clean diet and promote a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on high-quality, health-conscious products, LiveKuna strives to provide consumers with accessible and beneficial food choices.

Test Sharing

Seed Round in 2018
TestSharing is a food tech platform that provides consumers with accessible and affordable professional lab testing for food safety. By utilizing a mobile application, users can scan the barcode of food items to receive detailed reports on the presence of pesticides and heavy metals. This innovative approach enables individuals to conduct a safety check on their food before consumption, enhancing informed decision-making about their dietary choices. The platform aims to empower consumers with critical information about the quality of the food they consume.

Saana

Seed Round in 2018
Saana is a Healthcare Technology company built for chronic illness patients to empower them to fight back. Based on their patients' conditions, smart technology, the latest science & expert recommendations, they deliver personalized meals & wellness solutions to improve their quality of life and strengthen their immunity.

Vitox Drinking Vinegar

Seed Round in 2018
Vitox Drinking Vinegar is a company based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in the production and distribution of naturally fermented apple cider vinegar. The company offers a variety of flavored options, including pineapple, lemon ginger, and grapefruit, catering to diverse consumer preferences. By focusing on quality and flavor, Vitox aims to provide a refreshing and health-conscious beverage option that highlights the benefits of apple cider vinegar.

Global Belly

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Global Belly is an innovative online subscription service that offers meal kits featuring a variety of ingredients tailored to specific cuisines, such as Thai and Indian. Each kit includes fresh vegetables, spices, and proteins, accompanied by recipe cards and detailed cooking instructions. Founded in 2014 and based in Newburgh, New York, the company originally operated under the name Saffron Fix Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. In addition to its meal kits, Global Belly serves as a platform for food influencers, allowing them to create shoppable experiences by integrating their culinary content with products. This unique approach enables creators to monetize their brands while providing consumers with convenient access to curated food items inspired by their favorite influencers.

Abbot's Butcher

Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2016, Abbot's Butcher produces high-quality, small-batch plant-based meat products. Their allergen-friendly range includes items like chopped chick'n, beef sausage, and chorizo, crafted from whole food ingredients.

Ingest

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Ingest is a data management and analytics platform designed for restaurants and food & beverage retailers. It integrates with various business tools to connect disparate data sources, providing real-time insights through interactive dashboards, PDF reports, and CSV exports. This enables better decision-making by uncovering hard-to-reach metrics.

Uplift Food

Pre Seed Round in 2018
Uplift Food, established in 2018, is an Australian-based company that manufactures and retails functional food products designed by dietitians. The company specializes in creating snacks that support gut health and mood, utilizing ingredients like organic green banana flour, probiotics, and vitamin D mushrooms. Uplift Food's products are available for purchase through its online platform.

Green Blender

Seed Round in 2018
Green Blender, Inc. is a smoothie delivery service founded in 2015 and based in Long Island City, New York. The company offers a subscription-based model where members receive weekly smoothie boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients, superfoods, and original recipes, allowing them to easily prepare premium smoothies at home. Green Blender aims to promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle by making the process of starting the day with nutritious choices enjoyable and straightforward.

Get Bizzy

Seed Round in 2017
Get Bizzy Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that specializes in producing organic cold brew coffee products marketed under the name Bizzy Coffee Cold Brew Double Shots. Founded in 2015 by Alex and Andrew, the company offers its coffee in black, vanilla, and caramel flavors, all of which are vegan, gluten-free, and free from nuts. Recognizing a gap in the market for convenient and healthy coffee options, the founders developed a product that provides a quick energy boost without the drawbacks associated with traditional coffee brewing. Get Bizzy operates an online retail platform, distributes its products through various retail stores, and caters to wholesale clients, making its offerings widely accessible to consumers seeking a convenient and nutritious coffee alternative.

FoodCloud

Seed Round in 2017
FoodCloud is an online marketplace based in Delhi, India, that connects consumers with pre-selected home chefs, bakers, and caterers in the Delhi-NCR region. The platform allows users to discover and order home-cooked meals from a diverse range of cuisines and menus, offering over 5,000 menu items across 30 different cuisines. FoodCloud provides an end-to-end solution for those seeking wholesome, homemade food, facilitating the entire process from order placement to delivery. The service has seen rapid adoption among consumers, making it a popular choice for individuals looking for convenient and delicious dining options.

Abby's Better

Seed Round in 2017
Abby’s Better produces minimally processed, plant-based nut butter snacks and spreads. Their products are all-natural, gluten-free, peanut-free, vegan-friendly, and paleo-compliant, offering health-conscious consumers convenient, wholesome options.

Lecker Labs

Angel Round in 2017
Lecker Labs Ltd. is a New York-based company founded in 2016 that specializes in designing and manufacturing soluble pod-based electronic devices for yogurt production. The company's flagship product, Yomee, is a fully automatic yogurt maker that allows users to create personalized yogurt conveniently in their homes, similar to the functionality of a coffee pod machine. Through innovative technology, Lecker Labs aims to enhance the home yogurt-making experience by offering a simple and efficient solution for consumers seeking customization in their dairy products.

Mori

Seed Round in 2017
Mori, formerly known as Overlook Research, is a company that develops a natural biopolymer coating designed to extend the shelf life of perishable foods. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Mori's innovative coating is made from proteins extracted from natural silk using salt and water. This protective layer helps slow the spoiling process of various food items, including fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, thereby reducing food waste. By focusing on sustainable and economical solutions, Mori aims to transform the food supply and enhance the efficiency of the food, agriculture, and packaging industries.

PowCow

Seed Round in 2017
PowCow is a European brand specializing in fat-free, high-protein frozen yogurt. Founded by a dietitian and a sports nutrition expert, the company aims to provide a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream without compromising on taste. PowCow offers three flavors: vanilla, chocolate orange, and passion fruit and mango. Each serving is designed to be indulgent yet nutritious, containing as little as 150 calories and 20 grams of protein, while also being low in sugar. This product caters to health-conscious consumers seeking a delicious treat that supports muscle function and recovery.

Nonfood

Seed Round in 2017
Nonfood is a California-based company located in Commerce, California, that develops algae-based nutritional foods, including a snack bar in which algae serves as the primary ingredient. The products focus on clean protein, essential micronutrients, high fiber, and low sugar, packaged as an affordable, convenient light meal. The company emphasizes sustainability, aiming to reduce agriculture's resource use and carbon footprint by offering healthier, future-oriented food options.

Indemand

Seed Round in 2017
Indemand is a SaaS solution designed to aid grocers and supermarkets in transitioning to online sales and home delivery services. By offering a customized platform that mirrors services like Instacart, Indemand allows retailers to maintain control of their brand and customer data while avoiding the complexities of third-party sales channels. The platform simplifies the entire process for retailers, from facilitating the online ordering experience to managing the packing of groceries and ensuring timely, efficient delivery to customers. This solution empowers both new and established businesses to thrive in the on-demand economy, thereby increasing their sales and enhancing customer engagement without significant investments or liabilities.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2017
LiveKuna is a vertically-integrated superfood company that collaborates directly with Ecuadorian farmers to produce organic food products aimed at enhancing health through nutrition. The company's offerings primarily consist of chia seeds, quinoa, and rice, which are known for their antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory benefits, and anti-viral effects. These ingredients are thoughtfully blended with probiotics to create nutritious food and snack options that support a clean diet and promote a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on high-quality, health-conscious products, LiveKuna strives to provide consumers with accessible and beneficial food choices.

FoodCloud

Seed Round in 2017
FoodCloud is an online marketplace based in Delhi, India, that connects consumers with pre-selected home chefs, bakers, and caterers in the Delhi-NCR region. The platform allows users to discover and order home-cooked meals from a diverse range of cuisines and menus, offering over 5,000 menu items across 30 different cuisines. FoodCloud provides an end-to-end solution for those seeking wholesome, homemade food, facilitating the entire process from order placement to delivery. The service has seen rapid adoption among consumers, making it a popular choice for individuals looking for convenient and delicious dining options.

LiveKuna

Seed Round in 2017
LiveKuna is a vertically-integrated superfood company that collaborates directly with Ecuadorian farmers to produce organic food products aimed at enhancing health through nutrition. The company's offerings primarily consist of chia seeds, quinoa, and rice, which are known for their antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory benefits, and anti-viral effects. These ingredients are thoughtfully blended with probiotics to create nutritious food and snack options that support a clean diet and promote a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on high-quality, health-conscious products, LiveKuna strives to provide consumers with accessible and beneficial food choices.

LiveKuna

Convertible Note in 2017
LiveKuna is a vertically-integrated superfood company that collaborates directly with Ecuadorian farmers to produce organic food products aimed at enhancing health through nutrition. The company's offerings primarily consist of chia seeds, quinoa, and rice, which are known for their antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory benefits, and anti-viral effects. These ingredients are thoughtfully blended with probiotics to create nutritious food and snack options that support a clean diet and promote a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on high-quality, health-conscious products, LiveKuna strives to provide consumers with accessible and beneficial food choices.

Wasteless

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Founded in 2016, Wasteless is a technology company that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to reduce food waste in supermarkets. Its platform optimizes markdowns based on product expiration dates and perishability, enabling retailers to offer better pricing and reduce waste.

BoosterAgro

Angel Round in 2017
BoosterAgro, founded in 2016 and based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is a leading digital platform for agricultural producers in South America. The company provides an app that helps farmers make informed decisions by offering tools and content related to weather forecasts, precipitation, crop health, satellite imagery, smart spraying, and seasonal insights. With over 80,000 users across major agricultural countries including Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia, BoosterAgro serves as a vital resource for farmers seeking to enhance efficiency and productivity. The platform allows users to access valuable information on demand via mobile devices and also facilitates direct connections between farmers and local suppliers, ensuring that users can easily find products and services tailored to their specific farming needs.

FoodieTrip

Seed Round in 2017
FoodieTrip, Inc. is an online platform that connects travelers with local food guides to offer authentic culinary experiences worldwide. Founded in 2015 and based in Sacramento, California, the company operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to discover and book passionate food experts in over 115 international cities. FoodieTrip provides a diverse range of gastronomic activities, from speakeasy excursions in New York City to dumpling tastings in Xi'an, enabling travelers to experience local cuisines and culture in a unique way. Through its platform, FoodieTrip aims to help food enthusiasts eat like locals, enriching their travel experiences with personalized and immersive culinary adventures.

Fruitcubed

Pre Seed Round in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2015, that addresses the issue of food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. The company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes, which are designed to provide individuals with the health benefits associated with fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and consumed for both nutritional and refreshing purposes, making them a practical option for enhancing meals while contributing to sustainability efforts. By utilizing ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, FruitCubed not only promotes healthier eating but also helps reduce food waste in the process.

LiveKuna

Seed Round in 2017
LiveKuna is a vertically-integrated superfood company that collaborates directly with Ecuadorian farmers to produce organic food products aimed at enhancing health through nutrition. The company's offerings primarily consist of chia seeds, quinoa, and rice, which are known for their antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory benefits, and anti-viral effects. These ingredients are thoughtfully blended with probiotics to create nutritious food and snack options that support a clean diet and promote a healthy lifestyle. By focusing on high-quality, health-conscious products, LiveKuna strives to provide consumers with accessible and beneficial food choices.

Dollop Gourmet

Seed Round in 2017
Dollop Gourmet, Inc. is a natural food company based in Rochester, New York, specializing in gluten-free gourmet frosting spreads. Incorporated in 2011, the company offers a variety of flavors, including hot chocolate, Madagascar vanilla, peanut butter, and sea salted caramel. Dollop Gourmet focuses on using premium non-GMO ingredients, providing organic, vegan, and gluten-free options with lower sugar content, thereby catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional frostings and dips. Their products are available through local stores and online, reflecting a commitment to accessibility and quality in the gourmet food market.

Rise Market

Seed Round in 2017
Rise Market is a New York-based company that specializes in upcycling spent barley from microbreweries into a nutritious alternative flour. Founded in 2016, it produces flour with significantly higher protein and fiber content compared to traditional flour, while maintaining lower carbohydrate levels. The flour, made through a patent-pending dehydration and milling process, is entirely natural, containing no additives or processing agents. This innovative product caters to bakers, chefs, and food manufacturers seeking sustainable and health-conscious ingredients for various applications, from cookies to pasta. Rise Market focuses on developing new recipes and ingredients that align with the growing consumer demand for nutritious and environmentally friendly food options.

Dollop Gourmet

Convertible Note in 2017
Dollop Gourmet, Inc. is a natural food company based in Rochester, New York, specializing in gluten-free gourmet frosting spreads. Incorporated in 2011, the company offers a variety of flavors, including hot chocolate, Madagascar vanilla, peanut butter, and sea salted caramel. Dollop Gourmet focuses on using premium non-GMO ingredients, providing organic, vegan, and gluten-free options with lower sugar content, thereby catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternatives to traditional frostings and dips. Their products are available through local stores and online, reflecting a commitment to accessibility and quality in the gourmet food market.

Wasteless

Convertible Note in 2017
Founded in 2016, Wasteless is a technology company that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to reduce food waste in supermarkets. Its platform optimizes markdowns based on product expiration dates and perishability, enabling retailers to offer better pricing and reduce waste.

Rise Market

Convertible Note in 2017
Rise Market is a New York-based company that specializes in upcycling spent barley from microbreweries into a nutritious alternative flour. Founded in 2016, it produces flour with significantly higher protein and fiber content compared to traditional flour, while maintaining lower carbohydrate levels. The flour, made through a patent-pending dehydration and milling process, is entirely natural, containing no additives or processing agents. This innovative product caters to bakers, chefs, and food manufacturers seeking sustainable and health-conscious ingredients for various applications, from cookies to pasta. Rise Market focuses on developing new recipes and ingredients that align with the growing consumer demand for nutritious and environmentally friendly food options.

FoodieTrip

Convertible Note in 2017
FoodieTrip, Inc. is an online platform that connects travelers with local food guides to offer authentic culinary experiences worldwide. Founded in 2015 and based in Sacramento, California, the company operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to discover and book passionate food experts in over 115 international cities. FoodieTrip provides a diverse range of gastronomic activities, from speakeasy excursions in New York City to dumpling tastings in Xi'an, enabling travelers to experience local cuisines and culture in a unique way. Through its platform, FoodieTrip aims to help food enthusiasts eat like locals, enriching their travel experiences with personalized and immersive culinary adventures.

Fruitcubed

Convertible Note in 2017
FruitCubed is a food company based in Cork, Ireland, founded in 2015, that addresses the issue of food waste by transforming surplus and overripe fruits and vegetables into nutritious products. The company specializes in producing fruit-based flavored stock cubes, which are designed to provide individuals with the health benefits associated with fruits and vegetables. These stock cubes can be refrigerated and consumed for both nutritional and refreshing purposes, making them a practical option for enhancing meals while contributing to sustainability efforts. By utilizing ingredients that would otherwise go to waste, FruitCubed not only promotes healthier eating but also helps reduce food waste in the process.

Green Blender

Seed Round in 2016
Green Blender, Inc. is a smoothie delivery service founded in 2015 and based in Long Island City, New York. The company offers a subscription-based model where members receive weekly smoothie boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients, superfoods, and original recipes, allowing them to easily prepare premium smoothies at home. Green Blender aims to promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle by making the process of starting the day with nutritious choices enjoyable and straightforward.

Eattiamo

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Eattiamo is a digital platform that connects Italian food producers with a broader market by aggregating their offerings in a cohesive network. The company focuses on enhancing the visibility and commercial reach of these producers, both nationally and internationally, by providing them with innovative tools and services. Eattiamo manages the creation of content and the uploading of products not only on its own e-commerce site but also across various key partner platforms in Italy and beyond. Additionally, Eattiamo handles logistics, pricing, and online payments, thereby streamlining the sales process for producers. By featuring products across multiple marketplaces, Eattiamo amplifies sales opportunities, increases brand awareness, and promotes the diverse range of Italian food products. The company's mission centers on leveraging the power of networks to connect individuals who share a passion for quality food.

Forkyoo

Convertible Note in 2016
Forkyoo Inc. is an online marketplace based in Miller Place, New York, that specializes in offering pre-prepped and ready-to-cook meal kits sourced from local restaurants. Established in 2013, Forkyoo operates as a business-to-consumer platform where users can buy and sell recipe kits in a fixed-price format. The company facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers but does not directly participate in these transactions, which limits its control over the quality, safety, and legality of the items listed. By providing access to chef-prepped ingredients, Forkyoo enables customers to enjoy healthy and fresh meals at reasonable prices, although it does not pre-screen users or the content they provide.

Lotus Scoop

Convertible Note in 2016
Lotus Scoop produces and sells artisanal ice cream, combining fruits and vegetables in unique flavors inspired by various regions. Their products are available at Whole Foods Market stores and other retailers across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, as well as through online ordering.

Molli Sauces

Seed Round in 2016
They created Molli so people can enjoy the incredible flavors of the different regions of Mexico without spending hours in the kitchen. Each of their seven cooking sauces and marinades is inspired on a traditional recipe from a specific region in Mexico. They honor the recipes that have been passed down by generations, use a unique blend of ingredients, and they follow the artisanal cooking techniques so people can enjoy the incredible flavors of the different regions of Mexico in their own kitchens. Molli cooking sauces and marinades are true Mexican flavors.

Protes

Seed Round in 2016
Protes is a company based in Brooklyn, New York, founded in 2013, that specializes in producing protein snacks. The company markets its flagship product, Protes protein chips, available in four flavors: spicy chili lime, tangy southern BBQ, toasted coconut, and zesty nacho. These chips are designed to be a low-calorie, vegan alternative to traditional protein bars and shakes, offering a rich source of protein while being gluten-free. Protes aims to provide consumers with a tasty and healthy snack option that supports a balanced diet, accessible through their online platform and retail stores.

FreshSurety

Pre Seed Round in 2016
FreshSurety Inc. is a technology company specializing in food freshness monitoring through its innovative FreshSurety system. Founded in 2013 and based in Winter Park, Florida, the company utilizes disposable sensors that measure temperature, moisture, and metabolite data, transmitting real-time information about the quality and value of perishable food items. The system provides detailed carton-level insights every ten minutes, enabling effective quality management throughout the supply chain, from producers to retailers. FreshSurety’s technology transforms traditional containers into "Smart Containers," allowing users to optimize inventory and reduce waste by accurately assessing the current and future value of perishable goods. Its proprietary algorithms significantly outperform conventional methods by providing real-time predictions of freshness and potential depreciation, achieving over 99% accuracy in identifying spoiled food. The company’s mission is to enhance food safety and minimize waste, thereby delivering substantial financial benefits to its customers. FreshSurety serves a diverse clientele, including food producers, shippers, and retailers, with a focus on promoting efficiency and transparency in the food supply chain.

Barley + Oats

Pre Seed Round in 2016
Barley + Oats Inc. is a meal delivery service based in Buffalo, New York, established in 2015, that specializes in providing nutrition-focused meals and snacks aimed at supporting female health. The company offers a diverse range of products, including granolas, cookies, teas, herbal coffees, and broths, specifically designed to assist women during key stages such as fertility, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and hormone balance. By prioritizing plant-based ingredients and flavors, Barley + Oats aims to create convenient food choices that promote the long-term health of both mothers and their babies.

Forkyoo

Pre Seed Round in 2015
Forkyoo Inc. is an online marketplace based in Miller Place, New York, that specializes in offering pre-prepped and ready-to-cook meal kits sourced from local restaurants. Established in 2013, Forkyoo operates as a business-to-consumer platform where users can buy and sell recipe kits in a fixed-price format. The company facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers but does not directly participate in these transactions, which limits its control over the quality, safety, and legality of the items listed. By providing access to chef-prepped ingredients, Forkyoo enables customers to enjoy healthy and fresh meals at reasonable prices, although it does not pre-screen users or the content they provide.

Cookmood

Seed Round in 2015
CookMood is a Brazilian company that operates an online platform for live culinary classes, enabling users to learn and teach cooking from the comfort of their own kitchens. The platform facilitates live streaming sessions where participants can interact in real-time, ask questions, and gain insights from experienced cooks, whether they are home cooks or professional chefs. With just a mobile device or computer, anyone can join or lead a class, making culinary education accessible and engaging. CookMood aims to leverage the sharing economy by transforming ordinary kitchens into dynamic classrooms, fostering a community of cooking enthusiasts eager to share skills and knowledge.

Get Bizzy

Seed Round in 2015
Get Bizzy Inc. is a Minneapolis-based company that specializes in producing organic cold brew coffee products marketed under the name Bizzy Coffee Cold Brew Double Shots. Founded in 2015 by Alex and Andrew, the company offers its coffee in black, vanilla, and caramel flavors, all of which are vegan, gluten-free, and free from nuts. Recognizing a gap in the market for convenient and healthy coffee options, the founders developed a product that provides a quick energy boost without the drawbacks associated with traditional coffee brewing. Get Bizzy operates an online retail platform, distributes its products through various retail stores, and caters to wholesale clients, making its offerings widely accessible to consumers seeking a convenient and nutritious coffee alternative.

Wakati

Seed Round in 2015
Wakati is a company focused on providing innovative solutions for smallholder farmers in developing countries by enhancing the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. The company has developed a solar-powered device that utilizes a small solar panel to create a sterilized micro-climate, effectively extending the storage life of crops. This technology addresses the significant issue of food waste, as nearly 50% of produce is lost due to inadequate storage conditions in these regions. By enabling farmers to store their harvest for longer periods, Wakati aims to improve food security and contribute to a better quality of life for communities facing agricultural challenges.

Green Blender

Seed Round in 2015
Green Blender, Inc. is a smoothie delivery service founded in 2015 and based in Long Island City, New York. The company offers a subscription-based model where members receive weekly smoothie boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients, superfoods, and original recipes, allowing them to easily prepare premium smoothies at home. Green Blender aims to promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle by making the process of starting the day with nutritious choices enjoyable and straightforward.

Servy

Seed Round in 2015
Servy is a company that offers a next-generation mystery shopping platform designed to enhance the restaurant industry through private evaluations. It enables a community of frequent diners to participate in confidential assessments of restaurants in exchange for rewards and charitable contributions. By leveraging the insights gathered from these evaluations, Servy assists numerous leading restaurants in measuring their performance, improving guest satisfaction, and driving sales growth. Through its innovative approach, Servy aims to empower both food enthusiasts and hospitality professionals to contribute positively to the dining experience.

Kitchenbowl

Seed Round in 2015
Kitchenbowl is a community-focused social recipe application that caters to cooking enthusiasts by providing a platform for sharing and discovering recipes. The company enables users to post step-by-step instructions and accompanying photos, making it easier for others to follow along visually. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative cooking experience, Kitchenbowl allows users to track their cooking journeys, transforming the learning process into an engaging and enjoyable activity. The application is accessible on both mobile and web platforms, facilitating content creation and broadening its reach within the culinary community.

Tasting Collective

Seed Round in 2015
Tasting Collective, Inc. is an online platform that connects food enthusiasts with exclusive dining experiences at top independent restaurants. Established in 2015 and based in New York, the company offers members access to privately curated events led by acclaimed chefs, fostering meaningful interactions around communal dining tables. This platform not only allows diners to enjoy unique culinary creations but also provides chefs with the opportunity to experiment with their dishes and gather feedback from participants. Additionally, Tasting Collective partners with various merchants and vendors to offer members special privileges and discounts, enhancing the overall dining experience. Through its innovative approach, Tasting Collective aims to enrich the connection between diners and restaurants, creating memorable culinary adventures.

Fooze

Seed Round in 2015
Fooze, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in a mobile application designed for the delivery of late-night meals. Launched in 2015, Fooze offers a convenient service for customers seeking quality late-night dining options. The application features a nightly rotating selection of three meals from signature local restaurants, focusing on delivering piping hot food in as little as 20 minutes. By providing an accessible platform for ordering, Fooze aims to offer better alternatives to typical processed late-night food options, enhancing the late-night dining experience for consumers. The company also supports local establishments through advertising and marketing services, creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem.

UGo Smoothies

Seed Round in 2015
UGo Smoothies Incorporated, established in 2015 and based in New York, designs and manufactures innovative smoothie vending machines. These automated machines blend frozen fruits and vegetables to create custom smoothies, providing a convenient and healthy option for consumers. UGo's machines are designed to operate with minimal overhead and space requirements, making them adaptable for various locations such as cafes and schools. The company focuses on developing self-cleaning countertop units that can store fresh ingredients, allowing food distributors and commercial kitchens to offer all-natural smoothies with ease. By introducing this technology, UGo Smoothies aims to promote healthier eating habits in a convenient format.

Kitchenbowl

Seed Round in 2015
Kitchenbowl is a community-focused social recipe application that caters to cooking enthusiasts by providing a platform for sharing and discovering recipes. The company enables users to post step-by-step instructions and accompanying photos, making it easier for others to follow along visually. With a commitment to fostering a collaborative cooking experience, Kitchenbowl allows users to track their cooking journeys, transforming the learning process into an engaging and enjoyable activity. The application is accessible on both mobile and web platforms, facilitating content creation and broadening its reach within the culinary community.

Nextdoorganics

Seed Round in 2014
Nextdoorganics, Inc. is a Brooklyn-based company founded in 2011 that focuses on distributing food from urban farmers and food makers to grocery stores. The company emphasizes sourcing from new, young, urban, and activist farmers, offering a diverse selection of local organic vegetables, fruits, meats, dry goods, and small-batch items. Nextdoorganics provides weekly pick-up or delivery orders for its members in Brooklyn and Manhattan, with main packages ranging from $20 to $50. Customers have the flexibility to hold or change their orders online, and the company enhances the shopping experience by offering inspiration through a weekly newsletter, recipe boards on Pinterest, and engagement on social media platforms.

Agrilicious.com

Seed Round in 2014
Agrilicious.com is an online platform that serves as a marketplace connecting consumers with local food producers, including farmers, restaurants, and grocery delivery services. Established in 2013 and based in Bothell, Washington, Agrilicious facilitates the buying and selling of organic and handmade goods, promoting a closer connection between families and farmers. The platform encourages collaboration and communication among various stakeholders in the food industry, including educators and advocates, to share ideas and support local agriculture. By increasing visibility for farmers and providing consumers with access to fresh, all-natural foods, Agrilicious contributes to the growing movement for sustainable and local food sourcing.

Green Blender

Seed Round in 2014
Green Blender, Inc. is a smoothie delivery service founded in 2015 and based in Long Island City, New York. The company offers a subscription-based model where members receive weekly smoothie boxes containing pre-portioned ingredients, superfoods, and original recipes, allowing them to easily prepare premium smoothies at home. Green Blender aims to promote a sustainable and healthy lifestyle by making the process of starting the day with nutritious choices enjoyable and straightforward.

Foodie For All

Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2014, Foodie For All specializes in corporate food delivery services. It connects businesses with diverse restaurants in New York City, offering concierge assistance, access to trendy eateries, and reliable delivery for weekday lunches and dinners.

Training Meals

Seed Round in 2014
Training Meals is a company dedicated to promoting health and wellness through nutritious meal delivery services. They provide a diverse selection of sous-vide frozen meals designed to support fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals. Each meal is crafted with the ideal balance of proteins and fats, catering to various dietary needs for pre-workout, post-workout, and everyday consumption. By sourcing the purest ingredients, Training Meals emphasizes the importance of quality nutrition as a fundamental component of overall well-being, believing that optimal food choices enhance physical performance and health.

Local Food Lab

Seed Round in 2014
Local Food Lab, Inc. is a venture builder and startup academy based in Stanford, California, founded in 2012. The company specializes in providing online classes that focus on business plan development and investor pitch preparation specifically for food and agricultural startups. Additionally, Local Food Lab offers a one-day boot camp program designed for food entrepreneurs, catering to a diverse range of clients including artisan food makers, urban agriculturists, food tech innovators, food photographers, food truck operators, farmers, restaurateurs, food bloggers, package designers, and recipe box creators. The company's mission is to foster a healthier, more equitable, and resilient food system through education and community support for aspiring food entrepreneurs.

Greenease

Seed Round in 2014
Greenease LLC is a mobile application developer based in Washington, D.C., established in 2013. The application connects consumers with restaurants, cafes, and grocers that prioritize sourcing from local and sustainable farms. Currently available on iOS in Washington, D.C., and New York City, Greenease provides users with access to various food offerings, including free-range, vegetarian, organic, drug-free, and sustainably harvested seafood. Listings on the app are free for businesses, which are encouraged to share their farm sourcing information, allowing consumers to make informed decisions about where their food comes from while dining out.

Servy

Seed Round in 2014
Servy is a company that offers a next-generation mystery shopping platform designed to enhance the restaurant industry through private evaluations. It enables a community of frequent diners to participate in confidential assessments of restaurants in exchange for rewards and charitable contributions. By leveraging the insights gathered from these evaluations, Servy assists numerous leading restaurants in measuring their performance, improving guest satisfaction, and driving sales growth. Through its innovative approach, Servy aims to empower both food enthusiasts and hospitality professionals to contribute positively to the dining experience.

Sian's Plan

Seed Round in 2014
Sian's Plan makes healthy eating convenient. They're up early, in bed late and in between it's go go go. Throw a couple of kids into the equation and where is the time for healthy food? All of a sudden it becomes very difficult for you to take care of what matters most to you, keeping yourself and your family healthy. Sian's Plan solves this. ✷Target Market✷ Their target market are young professional/busy mums with one or more school going children. They are technology savvy, using the internet daily and spend on average £100 per weekly shop. Young professionals are a secondary market showing organic growth and They intend to expand into this market once resources allow. ✷Key stats✷ ◇ Average time spent by an active member is 4 min on recipes, 4 min on meal planning and 4 min on grocery list per visit. ◇ 5k members if free beta ◇ Beat Yummly to be awarded "Most innovative digital solution for home cooks globally" in 2012. ✷Business model✷ Primary – Subscriptions: Subscribers pay either £4.99/m and £9.99/m. Secondary – Affiliate commission: Supermarkets pay between £5 and £8 per new purchasing sign up and between 25p and £1 per transaction originating from Sian’s Plan. ✷Team✷ Vincent is the hands on CEO described as 'one of London's hottest culinary entreprenuers' by The Guardian. Sian is the expert who embodies the home cook. Fiona brings vast experience in operations and business development from her managerial position in Deloitte. Glyn Britton (Albion London) advises on marketing, Colin Mitchell (ex-CTO Tesco diets) on tech and Sian Porter (spokeswoman for the British Dietetic Association) on nutrition. ✷Market✷ Currently focused on the UK they are perfectly positioned to scale to the US and Australia where current angels are based. The Mama Market is $2.1 Trillion Strong and growing (Forbes). 19.5 million households in the UK alone engage in some sort of menu planning and with 44% of us shopping online for groceries, sales are expected to be £9.6bn by 2015. ✷Latest member review✷ Hi Sian, thank you guys!! You ve really helped me out, with 2 young boys and little culinary imagination it's [Sian's Plan] amazing! Rose, UK. Rose averages 1.47 visits per day over 30 days, signed up to the yearly £9.99 package and in her own words "I have recommended it to a lot of other mums!".

MunchQuick

Seed Round in 2014
MunchQuick Inc. is an on-demand lunch delivery and catering service that was founded in 2014. Originally launched by Leith Jaber, the company is now headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, although it began in Alexandria, Virginia. MunchQuick operates through an online platform and mobile app, providing users with access to health-conscious meal options delivered directly to their homes. The service is designed to ensure timely food delivery, catering to the needs of individuals seeking convenient meal solutions.
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