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AllCup specializes in the development of innovative, edible coffee cups designed to enhance sustainability in disposable products. Utilizing materials such as sweet ice cream cones, these cups are engineered to be heat- and water-resistant, allowing consumers to enjoy their beverages and then eat the cup itself. This approach not only promotes convenience but also encourages environmentally friendly practices by reducing waste associated with traditional disposable cups. AllCup aims to reshape the future of single-use items, aligning with a growing demand for sustainable solutions in everyday consumables.

Wenda is an Italian startup founded in 2015 that focuses on enhancing food safety and sustainability through an innovative collaborative platform for food traceability. This platform automates the collection, analysis, and sharing of supply chain data, integrating seamlessly with existing tools and systems used by clients. By providing real-time insights into temperature and traceability, Wenda's platform supports decision-making for all stakeholders in the food supply chain, ultimately aiming to reduce food waste. The company's technology leverages Internet of Things (IoT) capabilities, blockchain for improved transparency and security, and machine learning to refine process management. Wenda's user-friendly solution is designed to address the needs of food distribution companies by optimizing processes, reducing costs, and enhancing service levels. It offers various modules for different phases of the supply chain, including shipping, storage, inbound, outbound, and delivery, each tailored to improve efficiency and compliance with safety standards. With a focus on global scalability and strategic partnerships, Wenda aims to revolutionize the food supply chain through digitalization and data-driven insights.

Neema Food produces delicious Central African condiments and sauces. The company's sauces are made from their family recipe from DRCongo going back to 3 generations. Neema Food was established in 2015 in London, England.

Nutrifix Ltd is a London-based company that specializes in developing a nutrition app aimed at helping users find healthy meal options nearby. Founded in 2016, the app offers personalized scores for various dishes and snacks, allowing users to sort and filter meals based on their nutritional benefits and dietary needs. In addition to providing meal suggestions, Nutrifix collaborates with delivery partners to facilitate the delivery of these meals. The company also operates a B2B and B2B2C platform, which offers companies a virtual staff canteen and employees a personalized weekly meal plan sourced from local restaurants and catering services. This service allows companies to enhance employee satisfaction through wellness benefits while utilizing anonymized data to shape their overall wellness strategies. Nutrifix combines technology with nutrition to promote healthier eating habits among its users.

FoodUnite is a food and beverage company that provides customers with tasty food.

Buppy Pets is a manufacturer of dog food. They also deliver their products. They produce their products using dried rosemary, dried oregano, and ground cinnamon.

WA2COOK offers the user to search recipes by ingredients, allergies, filter by nutrition, cuisines, courses, time, and chef blogs. Their customers inquiries are addressed through phone, email, and online applications.

Food for All Technologies, Inc., established in 2016 and headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, operates a mobile application that connects users with surplus, unsold food from local restaurants and cafes. This service helps reduce food waste, making quality meals more affordable for consumers, while enabling restaurants to recoup some value from their leftover inventory. The company, which also has international locations, was founded following a collaboration with Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and has received support from over 650 backers through a Kickstarter campaign.

Collettey's Cookies is a maker of food and beverages. Their products include gluten cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, and peanut butter cookies. They provides wedding, trade show, and conference services.

Rootastes is a workplace lunch service that specializes in providing delicious and nutritionally-balanced meals for corporate environments. The company offers a comprehensive online platform for group catering and individually packaged meals, ensuring convenience for local offices. Rootastes emphasizes the use of fresh, local ingredients sourced from nearby farmers, and features a seasonal menu designed by an in-house chef. By focusing on quality and nutrition, Rootastes aims to enhance the corporate lunch experience for its clients.

Komeeda is a culinary platform designed to connect food enthusiasts with local restaurants and chefs through diverse offerings such as pop-up feasts, tastings, and events. By providing a user-friendly digital marketplace, Komeeda allows consumers to discover and support local dining options while enabling restaurants to enhance their online presence and consumer engagement. The platform also facilitates delivery, catering, cooking classes, and offers a range of culinary content, including recipes and cooking methods. Komeeda emphasizes a community-centric business model, ensuring that restaurants retain a significant share of their online revenue and have control over their consumer data. This approach not only promotes ethical dining choices but also fosters a vibrant culinary community.

Incr3Dible DECO is a bakery that provides cakes through 3D printing and Design.

Infinight is a company focused on enhancing the nightlife experience for both party-goers and venue owners. It has developed a mobile and web platform that allows users to discover bars, clubs, and events, facilitating easy access to ticket purchasing, table bookings, and promotional offers. The platform utilizes algorithms to tailor suggestions based on users' musical preferences, location, and social activities, ensuring a personalized experience. For venue owners, Infinight offers a specialized ticketing and marketing platform designed to boost conversion rates and streamline operations, making it a valuable tool for managing nightlife events effectively.

PantryAce is a business platform designed to enhance productivity in professional kitchens. It provides chefs with standardized food labels that include essential information such as opening dates, default expiry dates, and allergen details, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and reducing the risk of human error. Additionally, PantryAce offers fast digital stocktaking capabilities, allowing restaurant owners and chefs to efficiently manage their inventory. The platform also facilitates access to cloud-based food data analysis, enabling users to make informed decisions regarding their kitchen operations.

Pronto Technology Limited, established in 2014 and based in Chesham, United Kingdom, offers a catering service through a mobile application. The platform enables users to order freshly prepared meals from a variety of chefs, allowing them to select their preferred dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pronto prioritizes the quality of the meals, ensuring that they are made from scratch without the use of frozen ingredients, reflecting a commitment to health and community well-being. Additionally, the application provides order tracking features for enhanced customer convenience.

Camp Casco is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit that gives childhood cancer patients and survivors a week of fun. They create an encouraging and supportive environment to facilitate friendships between patients and survivors, and nourish emotional support networks that thrive well beyond the week of camp. Additionally, parents can rest easy knowing that their children are in the capable hands of a round-the-clock medical staff and camp counselors trained to work with children who have special needs.

Chirps is a food company that focuses on introducing edible insect-based snacks to the Western diet as a sustainable alternative to conventional snacks. Their flagship product, Chirps tortilla chips, is made with cricket flour, offering three times the protein and half the fat of traditional potato chips. These snacks are non-GMO and gluten-free, catering to health-conscious consumers. Chirps aims to expand its product line to include more items made from insect protein, positioning itself as a competitive option against traditional meat products such as beef and pork. The company emphasizes the health benefits and sustainability of its offerings, encouraging a shift towards more environmentally friendly snacking choices.

SixPlus is an online platform that simplifies the process of finding and booking private and semi-private venues for group events, catering to corporate event planners and individuals. The service allows users to browse a selection of venues, manage bookings, contracts, and communication in one convenient location. Clients can utilize SixPlus for a variety of gatherings, including board dinners, team lunches, and holiday parties, across major cities such as New York, Washington DC, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago. By facilitating reservations for groups of six or more, SixPlus streamlines the event planning process, making it easier for users to build proposals and secure the ideal venue for their needs.

Easily makes it easier for busy professionals to live healthier lives with greater work-life balance. They deliver ready-to-cook meal kits with all the ingredients and recipes for a home-cooked meal. They partner with employers to deliver these meal kits directly to their employees at the office, so they can grab them on their way home and cook a tasty dinner without ever having to go to the grocery store. Employers can encourage health and work-life balance by providing this employee perk for free.

Lovin' Spoonfuls is a non-profit organization based in Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 2010. The organization focuses on rescuing and distributing perishable, prepared, and unserved food that would otherwise be wasted. By delivering this food to local crisis centers, soup kitchens, and social assistance entities, Lovin' Spoonfuls plays a crucial role in addressing hunger within the community. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that wholesome, ready-to-eat meals reach those in need, demonstrating its commitment to eradicating hunger in Massachusetts. Through its efforts, Lovin' Spoonfuls aims to make a meaningful impact on food waste and food insecurity, emphasizing that sufficient food exists to feed everyone.