HSG

HSG, formerly known as Sequoia Capital China, is a global venture capital and private equity firm, managing over USD 55 billion across various funds. Established in 2005, HSG invests in technology, healthcare, and consumer sectors, with a focus on seed, venture, growth, buyout, and infrastructure stages. The firm has backed over 1,500 companies, with more than 160 listed on public exchanges and over 140 achieving unicorn status. HSG operates globally, with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, London, Tokyo, and Singapore, providing extensive resources and industry expertise to its portfolio companies.

Rohit Agarwal

Managing Director

Mohit Bhatnagar

Managing Director

Wang Chenyu

Vice President

Sakshi Chopra

Managing Director

Raghavv Garg

Analyst

Pushpak Kedia

Vice President

Sunint Khurana

Analyst

Cherry Lu

Partner

Ishaan Mittal

Managing Director

Saksham Mittal

Analyst

Abhishek Mohan

Principal

Javier Ng

Associate

Enita Pu

Partner

Wendy Qian

Analyst

Haim Sadger

Partner

Yoav Shaked

Partner

Johan Surani

Vice President

Vedant Trivedi

Associate

Aradhita Tuli

Investment Analyst

Pavel Vyhnalek

Operating Partner

Fu Xin

Partner

Past deals in Food

Sweet Karam Coffee

Series A in 2025
Sweet Karam Coffee is an online food store dedicated to offering a range of traditional Indian delicacies that evoke the flavors and memories of grandmothers' kitchens. The company specializes in a variety of homemade food products, including sweets, snacks, instant mixes, and pickles, all crafted with care by a network of home chefs. Their offerings include items such as Avakkai, Elai Vadam, Badusha, Kai Murukku, and Paruppu Podi, which aim to provide customers with authentic and wholesome homemade food. By focusing on traditional recipes and quality ingredients, Sweet Karam Coffee seeks to connect consumers with the nostalgic tastes of their heritage while promoting a healthier approach to food.

The Whole Truth

Series C in 2025
The Whole Truth specializes in the production of protein bars that emphasize health and nutrition. The company focuses on creating snacks that are free from added sugars, artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and flavoring agents. Utilizing natural ingredients such as dry fruits, cocoa, and raw whey, The Whole Truth aims to offer a nutritionally balanced option for consumers seeking wholesome snacks. Their products can be conveniently purchased online, allowing customers across India to enjoy minimally processed and nutritious snacks delivered directly to their homes.

Sprinter Spirits

Series A in 2024
Sprinter Spirits is a beverage company specializing in premium vodka sodas. Their products are crafted with real fruit juice, high-quality vodka, and sparkling water, containing no added sugars. Currently, they offer four flavors: Black Cherry, Peach, Grapefruit, and Lime.

Momos

Series A in 2024
Momos is a company focused on enhancing the operational capabilities of restaurants through a comprehensive engagement platform. It provides cloud-based marketing and analytics tools that empower restaurants to manage their digital presence effectively. By utilizing AI-powered automation, Momos addresses key challenges faced by modern eateries, such as digital marketing management, reputation management, content management, and data analytics. This enables restaurants to analyze their performance across various online channels, ultimately helping them maximize revenue and foster growth. By modernizing the food and beverage industry, Momos supports restaurants in adapting to the digital landscape and improving their overall business strategies.

Tustin

Seed Round in 2023
Tustin focuses on "hand-rolled and grilled" items such as spicy chicken drumsticks and grilled pineapple burgers.

Snack Is Busy

Series B in 2023
Snack Is Busy is a snack food chain that focuses on retailing and distributing a wide variety of snack products. The company aims to establish a recognizable brand by opening stores within local communities, making its offerings easily accessible to consumers. By developing a robust supply chain and strong branding, Snack Is Busy effectively caters to diverse market segments, ensuring that customers receive quality snack options tailored to their preferences. The company's commitment to proximity and convenience positions it as a prominent player in the snack food industry.

Wingreens Farms

Venture Round in 2023
Wingreens Farms is a producer of a diverse range of food products, specializing in healthy snack alternatives. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, the company has pioneered the fresh dips and pita chips category in India. Its offerings include gourmet dips, pickles, breakfast cereals, and teas, all crafted by underprivileged women, thereby promoting social empowerment. Wingreens Farms employs a unique sampling sales model, allowing customers to experience the products before purchase, and retails through both online platforms and various market channels. The company is committed to providing consumers with accessible and healthy food options.

Hutouju

Venture Round in 2023
Hutouju is a Chinese dessert retailer that operates both retail locations and online stores. It offer customers tasty products with a Chinese style.

The Whole Truth

Series B in 2022
The Whole Truth specializes in the production of protein bars that emphasize health and nutrition. The company focuses on creating snacks that are free from added sugars, artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and flavoring agents. Utilizing natural ingredients such as dry fruits, cocoa, and raw whey, The Whole Truth aims to offer a nutritionally balanced option for consumers seeking wholesome snacks. Their products can be conveniently purchased online, allowing customers across India to enjoy minimally processed and nutritious snacks delivered directly to their homes.

ASTRO

Series B in 2022
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

Absolute

Series B in 2022
Absolute Foods is a food production and agriculture company. Absolute Foods' OS actionable insights based on inputs from the likes of sensors, satellite feeds, and others to the farmers for optimal growing conditions throughout the crop cycle.

Foodics

Series C in 2022
Foodics is a technology company based in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a cloud-based restaurant management system designed for iPads, catering to the needs of restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains across the Middle East. The platform offers comprehensive solutions including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, loyalty programs, e-commerce integration, and real-time operational oversight through a user-friendly dashboard. Foodics aims to enhance revenue generation and customer relationships for its clients by providing high-tech, easy-to-use tools that streamline restaurant operations.

UrbanPiper

Series B in 2022
UrbanPiper is a technology company that provides a comprehensive restaurant management platform designed to streamline order management and enhance customer service. The platform allows restaurants to onboard easily and automate their online operations across food aggregator apps while also facilitating the creation of a direct ordering experience. UrbanPiper's suite of tools includes centralized menu control, inventory tracking, and operational dashboards that provide valuable insights into sales data. Additionally, the platform integrates with existing point-of-sale systems, enabling restaurants to improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and elevate customer satisfaction. By offering end-to-end solutions, UrbanPiper aims to help restaurants focus on their core objective of delivering quality food while effectively managing both online and in-store operations.

Rino

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Rino operates a quick commerce platform that enhances urban retail by providing rapid delivery of a wide range of products, including snacks, personal care items, and household goods. The company focuses on modernizing the shopping experience by utilizing a logistics infrastructure that features dark stores, which are dedicated solely to fulfilling customer orders. This approach allows Rino to deliver groceries and other essentials to customers within minutes, catering to their needs whenever and wherever they arise.

ASTRO

Series A in 2022
Astro Indonesia is a quick commerce start-up that specializes in on-demand grocery delivery. The platform offers a wide range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, meat, seafood, medicines, stationery, and snacks, allowing consumers to purchase essential items conveniently. By focusing on delivering groceries within a specified timeframe, Astro aims to provide an affordable and efficient shopping experience for its customers.

eFishery

Series C in 2022
eFishery is an aquaculture technology startup that focuses on providing innovative solutions for fish and shrimp farmers. The company develops an internet of things-based automatic fish feeder that utilizes motion sensors to assess fish appetite and optimize feeding amounts. In addition to its feeding technology, eFishery offers a cloud-based dashboard and data platform that helps farmers manage their operations effectively. The company aims to enhance productivity and profitability for aquaculture practitioners while addressing social and economic inequalities within the industry. By creating an integrated ecosystem that includes services for farming operations, financing, and distribution, eFishery supports sustainable growth in one of the world’s vital food production sectors.

Voly

Seed Round in 2021
Voly is an online supermarket and grocery delivery service founded in 2021 by Mark Heath and Thibault Henry. The company specializes in instant grocery delivery, offering a wide range of essential household items typically found in supermarkets, such as fresh produce, baby formula, and cleaning supplies. Voly operates a platform that sources products directly from suppliers and utilizes its own micro-fulfillment centers for efficient order processing. By employing full-time staff for deliveries, Voly aims to provide a convenient shopping experience that eliminates the need for customers to visit physical retail stores.

Lemonilo

Series C in 2021
PT Lemonilo Indonesia Sehat operates as a retail platform that focuses on promoting healthier lifestyle choices through a diverse range of natural and affordable products. Established in 2016 and based in Jakarta Barat, Indonesia, Lemonilo offers an extensive selection of food products, such as snacks, vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, baby food, and juices, alongside personal care items like face treatments, body care, dental hygiene products, and essential oils. The company is dedicated to providing products free from over 100 harmful synthetic ingredients and collaborates with small and medium-sized enterprises across Indonesia. Lemonilo aims to support the Indonesian population in leading healthier and more productive lives by making healthy living accessible and affordable through both its online platform and physical retail stores.

Genki Forest

Venture Round in 2021
Genki Forest is a beverage company that focuses on producing sugar-free and low-calorie drinks, catering to consumers seeking healthy and flavorful options. The company specializes in manufacturing a range of beverages, including sugar-free tea and flavored seltzer water, created from natural ingredients. Genki Forest aims to provide affordable, health-conscious beverages, aligning with the growing demand for nutritious drink alternatives in the market.

Rebel Foods

Series F in 2021
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

Momos

Seed Round in 2021
Momos is a company focused on enhancing the operational capabilities of restaurants through a comprehensive engagement platform. It provides cloud-based marketing and analytics tools that empower restaurants to manage their digital presence effectively. By utilizing AI-powered automation, Momos addresses key challenges faced by modern eateries, such as digital marketing management, reputation management, content management, and data analytics. This enables restaurants to analyze their performance across various online channels, ultimately helping them maximize revenue and foster growth. By modernizing the food and beverage industry, Momos supports restaurants in adapting to the digital landscape and improving their overall business strategies.

Absolute

Series A in 2021
Absolute Foods is a food production and agriculture company. Absolute Foods' OS actionable insights based on inputs from the likes of sensors, satellite feeds, and others to the farmers for optimal growing conditions throughout the crop cycle.

Heads Up For Tails

Series A in 2021
Heads Up For Tails is an online marketplace based in New Delhi, India, specializing in a wide range of products for pets, primarily dogs and cats. The company offers an extensive selection of items including clothes, collars, leashes, grooming products, bowls, feeders, bedding, medicine, food, toys, and accessories for dogs. Additionally, it provides products for cats such as litter, collars, food, toys, beds, crates, furniture, scratchers, bowls, and shampoos. Heads Up For Tails also features personalized products and training aids, aiming to make it convenient for pet owners to find all necessary items for their pets in one place.

Bota Biosciences

Series B in 2021
Bota Biosciences is a global industrial biotechnology company based in Hangzhou, China, founded in 2019. The company specializes in synthetic bioengineering technology for bio-manufacturing, focusing on developing efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solutions. Bota Biosciences has created an integrative bioengineering platform that connects biological design to scale-up manufacturing, facilitating the transition to sustainable living. It operates its own pilot plant and manufacturing facility, which enhances its capacity to offer scalable industrial solutions and market-ready products across various sectors, including nutrition, food, personal care, and animal health. With a dynamic and multidisciplinary team, Bota Biosciences aims to channel biotechnology innovations for a global impact. The company has successfully raised substantial funding, exceeding $145 million, with investments from several prominent strategic and financial backers.

The Whole Truth

Series A in 2021
The Whole Truth specializes in the production of protein bars that emphasize health and nutrition. The company focuses on creating snacks that are free from added sugars, artificial sweeteners, preservatives, and flavoring agents. Utilizing natural ingredients such as dry fruits, cocoa, and raw whey, The Whole Truth aims to offer a nutritionally balanced option for consumers seeking wholesome snacks. Their products can be conveniently purchased online, allowing customers across India to enjoy minimally processed and nutritious snacks delivered directly to their homes.

HeyTea

Series D in 2021
HeyTea is a Chinese tea shop that focuses on innovative beverages, particularly cheese-topped tea and fruit tea. Founded in 2012 in an alley by the riverside, the company initially operated under the name ROYALTEA before rebranding to HEYTEA. The franchise offers a diverse range of products, including instant milk tea, fruit tea, and traditional Chinese tea, aimed at providing customers with unique flavor combinations. Through its distinct offerings, HeyTea has established itself as a prominent player in the tea beverage market.

Hutouju

Series A in 2021
Hutouju is a Chinese dessert retailer that operates both retail locations and online stores. It offer customers tasty products with a Chinese style.

Market Kurly

Series F in 2021
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Lemonilo

Series B in 2021
PT Lemonilo Indonesia Sehat operates as a retail platform that focuses on promoting healthier lifestyle choices through a diverse range of natural and affordable products. Established in 2016 and based in Jakarta Barat, Indonesia, Lemonilo offers an extensive selection of food products, such as snacks, vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, baby food, and juices, alongside personal care items like face treatments, body care, dental hygiene products, and essential oils. The company is dedicated to providing products free from over 100 harmful synthetic ingredients and collaborates with small and medium-sized enterprises across Indonesia. Lemonilo aims to support the Indonesian population in leading healthier and more productive lives by making healthy living accessible and affordable through both its online platform and physical retail stores.

Weilong Foods

Series A in 2021
Weilong Foods is a prominent snack food brand based in Luohe, Henan Province, China, specializing in the production and sale of spicy snack foods. Founded in 1999 by Liu Weiping and Liu Fuping, the company operates through various business units categorized into three main segments: seasoned flour products, vegetable products, and bean-based and other products. The seasoned flour products, which include items like Big Latiao and Spicy Hot Stick, generate the majority of the company's revenue. In addition to these, Weilong Foods also offers products such as Konjac Shuang and Soft Tofu Skin, catering to a diverse consumer base within the Chinese market.

Snack Is Busy

Series A in 2021
Snack Is Busy is a snack food chain that focuses on retailing and distributing a wide variety of snack products. The company aims to establish a recognizable brand by opening stores within local communities, making its offerings easily accessible to consumers. By developing a robust supply chain and strong branding, Snack Is Busy effectively caters to diverse market segments, ensuring that customers receive quality snack options tailored to their preferences. The company's commitment to proximity and convenience positions it as a prominent player in the snack food industry.

Wenheyou

Series A in 2021
Wenheyou is a Chinese food service company that operates a chain of customized food courts specializing in traditional Hunan spicy snacks and beverages. Its offerings include crawfish, red tea, stinky tofu, deep-fried skewers, breakfast pastries, and other trendy food items tailored to young consumers seeking unique dining experiences.

Genki Forest

Venture Round in 2021
Genki Forest is a beverage company that focuses on producing sugar-free and low-calorie drinks, catering to consumers seeking healthy and flavorful options. The company specializes in manufacturing a range of beverages, including sugar-free tea and flavored seltzer water, created from natural ingredients. Genki Forest aims to provide affordable, health-conscious beverages, aligning with the growing demand for nutritious drink alternatives in the market.

Simple Love

Series B in 2021
Simple Love is a natural yoghurt brand.

Absolute

Seed Round in 2021
Absolute Foods is a food production and agriculture company. Absolute Foods' OS actionable insights based on inputs from the likes of sensors, satellite feeds, and others to the farmers for optimal growing conditions throughout the crop cycle.

Tim Hortons China

Venture Round in 2021
Tim Hortons China is a subsidiary of Tim Hortons Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Shanghai. The company operates a chain of coffee restaurants that serve a variety of coffee products alongside food offerings, including made-to-order shrimp sandwiches and salads. Tim Hortons China emphasizes customer service, addressing inquiries through multiple channels such as phone, email, and online applications. The company aims to provide a unique dining experience by blending coffee culture with fresh meal options in the Chinese market.

Furong Xingsheng

Venture Round in 2021
Furong Xingsheng, established in 2009 and headquartered in Changsha, China, operates convenience stores and offers B2B logistics and distribution services. The company's business model revolves around its community shopping platform, Xingsheng Youxuan, which was launched in 2018. This platform sources fresh products and caters to daily household consumer needs through an online ordering and offline pickup system, offering a wide range of fresh produce, groceries, and general merchandise.

Hutouju

Seed Round in 2021
Hutouju is a Chinese dessert retailer that operates both retail locations and online stores. It offer customers tasty products with a Chinese style.

Yonghui Fresh Food

Series B in 2020
Yonghui Fresh Food operates as a supply chain integration platform specializing in fresh food and agricultural products. The company focuses on delivering timely supply chain services to a diverse range of customers, addressing their various purchasing needs. By streamlining food management and supply chain processes, Yonghui Fresh Food supports enterprises within the food industry, ensuring efficient access to fresh products.

v2food

Series B in 2020
V2food is a plant-based meat startup founded in 2019 by Nick Hazell and located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The company specializes in producing legume-based meat alternatives that provide a nutritious and flavorful option for individuals who enjoy the taste of meat but prefer not to consume animal products. V2food's offerings are designed to be sustainable and eco-friendly, utilizing natural ingredients that deliver essential protein, energy, fiber, and specific amino acids. By focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, and biodiversity loss, V2food aims to foster a positive relationship with food while contributing to a more sustainable food system.

Saturnbird Coffee

Series B in 2020
SaturnBird Coffee Co., Ltd, founded in 2011 and based in Changsha, China, operates coffee shops and offers a range of coffee products, including instant coffee. The company is known for its unique brewing technology, which aims to preserve the original flavor and aroma of coffee beans. SaturnBird's instant coffee powder can be dissolved in various liquids, including hot and cold water, milk, and oat milk, allowing for versatile coffee preparation. The cafes are designed to enhance the coffee drinking experience through thoughtful selection of utensils and interior design, creating an inviting atmosphere for customers. SaturnBird Coffee aims to provide a high-quality coffee experience that caters to diverse preferences and settings.

Wobot.ai

Seed Round in 2020
Wobot.ai is a company that specializes in vision-based process compliance through its AI-driven software-as-a-service platform, which integrates with existing CCTV cameras. The platform is designed to assist organizations in various sectors, including Food, Hospitality, Manufacturing, Retail, and Pharma, by reducing monitoring costs and minimizing compliance risks while enhancing customer satisfaction. Wobot.ai offers industry-specific compliance modules that focus on areas such as hygiene, workplace safety, and customer standard operating procedures (SOPs). This enables the automatic detection of deviations from established protocols, which are then tracked and reported to relevant stakeholders. Additionally, Wobot.ai provides a comprehensive dashboard that delivers valuable insights into business operations. The company serves a diverse client base, including notable organizations such as IRCTC, Rebel Foods, CureFit, Max, Kitopi, and Smartworks.

Bulbulshop

Series A in 2020
Bulbulshop is a purchasing e-commerce app that provides health, gadgets, beauty, cosmetics, apparel, jewelry, home, kitchen, and bags. It was founded on November 28, 2018, and is based in Delhi, India.

Furong Xingsheng

Series C in 2020
Furong Xingsheng, established in 2009 and headquartered in Changsha, China, operates convenience stores and offers B2B logistics and distribution services. The company's business model revolves around its community shopping platform, Xingsheng Youxuan, which was launched in 2018. This platform sources fresh products and caters to daily household consumer needs through an online ordering and offline pickup system, offering a wide range of fresh produce, groceries, and general merchandise.

Genki Forest

Series C in 2020
Genki Forest is a beverage company that focuses on producing sugar-free and low-calorie drinks, catering to consumers seeking healthy and flavorful options. The company specializes in manufacturing a range of beverages, including sugar-free tea and flavored seltzer water, created from natural ingredients. Genki Forest aims to provide affordable, health-conscious beverages, aligning with the growing demand for nutritious drink alternatives in the market.

Paper Boat

Series C in 2020
Paper Boat is an e-commerce platform based in Haryana, India, that specializes in non-carbonated beverages and food products. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on reviving traditional Indian flavors, offering a range of drinks such as jaljeera, aamras, and tulsi tea, along with various snack items. By combining scientific observation with a passion for authentic tastes, Paper Boat aims to provide consumers with nostalgic beverages reminiscent of their childhood. The brand collaborates with prominent companies and personalities to enhance its offerings, ensuring a unique and enjoyable experience for its customers.

Hitomorrow

Series B in 2020
Hitomorrow, founded in 2012 and based in Beijing, China, specializes in the import and distribution of fresh ingredients and ready-to-cook products. The company offers a diverse range of items, including imported chilled beef, pork, chicken, and various flavored meats. Additionally, Hitomorrow sources products from around the globe, including beef and mutton from Australia and New Zealand, fresh milk, Canadian Arctic shellfish, sweet shrimp, Alaska king crab, squid, and Argentine red shrimp. With a focus on quality and variety, Hitomorrow aims to provide consumers with convenient and fresh meal options.

JD.com

Post in 2020
JD.com, Inc., based in Beijing, is a leading e-commerce company in China, operating through its subsidiaries. It offers a wide array of products, from electronics and apparel to food and healthcare items, through its website and mobile apps. JD.com is notable for its extensive logistics network, JD Logistics, which provides efficient and reliable delivery services. The company also operates JD Health, a prominent online healthcare platform offering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and online consultations. JD.com's unique selling proposition lies in its self-operated logistics network, ensuring speedy and reliable delivery, and its commitment to providing authentic products. As of 2022, JD.com's gross merchandise volume (GMV) was comparable to Pinduoduo's, but still lower than Alibaba's.

Bira 91

Series B in 2020
Bira 91 is a craft beer brand established by B9 Beverages in 2015. Initially, the company produced its beer in Belgium, using a craft distillery to source ingredients from France, Belgium, the Himalayas, and Bavarian Farms. Following early success, Bira 91 transitioned to manufacturing in India, where it now operates five breweries. The brand offers a diverse range of beers, including low bitterness and high alcohol wheat beers, and is available in various formats such as draft, 330ml bottles, 650ml bottles, and 500ml cans. Bira 91's products can be found in over 600 towns and cities across 18 countries, bolstered by a partnership with Kirin Holdings, a Japanese beverage company. The brand focuses on delivering unique and flavorful craft beers to consumers seeking authentic beverage alternatives.

Market Kurly

Series E in 2020
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Shijiazhuang Junlebao Dairy

Funding Round in 2020
Shijiazhuang Junlebao Dairy is a prominent dairy products company based in China, specializing in the production and sale of a diverse array of dairy items. Its product offerings include fluid milks, flavored milk, baby formula, yogurt, and milk powder. The company has developed a comprehensive operational framework that spans the entire dairy industry chain, focusing on coordinated development, nutrition, health, and safety for consumers. Through its commitment to quality and innovation, Shijiazhuang Junlebao Dairy aims to meet the evolving needs of its customers while promoting health and wellness in the dairy sector.

Guming Technology

Seed Round in 2020
Guming Technology is a milk tea chain that specializes in the retail of innovative, hand-made beverages crafted from pure natural ingredients. The company operates a self-owned cold chain and warehouse system, ensuring that its products are delivered fresh and maintain high quality. By focusing on the beverage industry, Guming Technology aims to provide customers with enjoyable and flavorful milk tea options that stand out in the market.

JIANGXIAOBAI

Venture Round in 2019
Chinese sorghum spirit producer from Chongqing. Specializing in innovated light-aroma baijius with creative presentation.

v2food

Series A in 2019
V2food is a plant-based meat startup founded in 2019 by Nick Hazell and located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. The company specializes in producing legume-based meat alternatives that provide a nutritious and flavorful option for individuals who enjoy the taste of meat but prefer not to consume animal products. V2food's offerings are designed to be sustainable and eco-friendly, utilizing natural ingredients that deliver essential protein, energy, fiber, and specific amino acids. By focusing on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, and biodiversity loss, V2food aims to foster a positive relationship with food while contributing to a more sustainable food system.

UrbanPiper

Series A in 2019
UrbanPiper is a technology company that provides a comprehensive restaurant management platform designed to streamline order management and enhance customer service. The platform allows restaurants to onboard easily and automate their online operations across food aggregator apps while also facilitating the creation of a direct ordering experience. UrbanPiper's suite of tools includes centralized menu control, inventory tracking, and operational dashboards that provide valuable insights into sales data. Additionally, the platform integrates with existing point-of-sale systems, enabling restaurants to improve operational efficiency, reduce errors, and elevate customer satisfaction. By offering end-to-end solutions, UrbanPiper aims to help restaurants focus on their core objective of delivering quality food while effectively managing both online and in-store operations.

Blinkit

Series F in 2019
Blinkit is a quick-commerce platform specializing in the rapid delivery of groceries, household essentials, and various daily needs. It operates using a dark store model, which involves micro-warehouses strategically located in urban areas to facilitate efficient order fulfillment. The platform offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, snacks, beverages, and personal care items, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase goods online for home delivery. Following its acquisition by Zomato, Blinkit has broadened its market presence by expanding into additional cities and integrating its services with Zomato's food delivery operations, thereby enhancing its overall efficiency and reach.

Shuhai Supply Chain

Series B in 2019
Shuhai Supply Chain Logistics is a leading supply chain service provider based in Beijing, China, established in June 2011. The company specializes in offering comprehensive supply chain solutions tailored for the food industry, particularly catering businesses. Its services encompass sales, procurement, production, quality assurance, warehousing, and transportation, ensuring that restaurant owners receive fresh and high-quality ingredients. Shuhai operates a nationwide modern cold chain logistics network and food processing plants, which positions it as a benchmark enterprise in the supply chain sector, recognized by both industry authorities and customers for its commitment to quality and reliability.

Blinkit

Series F in 2019
Blinkit is a quick-commerce platform specializing in the rapid delivery of groceries, household essentials, and various daily needs. It operates using a dark store model, which involves micro-warehouses strategically located in urban areas to facilitate efficient order fulfillment. The platform offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, snacks, beverages, and personal care items, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase goods online for home delivery. Following its acquisition by Zomato, Blinkit has broadened its market presence by expanding into additional cities and integrating its services with Zomato's food delivery operations, thereby enhancing its overall efficiency and reach.

Blinkit

Series F in 2019
Blinkit is a quick-commerce platform specializing in the rapid delivery of groceries, household essentials, and various daily needs. It operates using a dark store model, which involves micro-warehouses strategically located in urban areas to facilitate efficient order fulfillment. The platform offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, snacks, beverages, and personal care items, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase goods online for home delivery. Following its acquisition by Zomato, Blinkit has broadened its market presence by expanding into additional cities and integrating its services with Zomato's food delivery operations, thereby enhancing its overall efficiency and reach.

HeyTea

Series C in 2019
HeyTea is a Chinese tea shop that focuses on innovative beverages, particularly cheese-topped tea and fruit tea. Founded in 2012 in an alley by the riverside, the company initially operated under the name ROYALTEA before rebranding to HEYTEA. The franchise offers a diverse range of products, including instant milk tea, fruit tea, and traditional Chinese tea, aimed at providing customers with unique flavor combinations. Through its distinct offerings, HeyTea has established itself as a prominent player in the tea beverage market.

Beidian

Series A in 2019
Beidian operates as an innovative e-commerce platform that connects consumers, shop owners, and suppliers, offering a diverse range of products including home goods, clothing, food, beauty items, and products for mothers and babies. Unlike traditional e-commerce platforms, Beidian emphasizes social sharing among users, fostering a three-way connection that enhances the shopping experience. The company adheres to a source supply chain model, collaborating closely with numerous high-quality brands, source factories, and agricultural bases worldwide. This approach ensures that consumers have access to premium products at competitive prices, allowing them to purchase better goods while spending less.

Market Kurly

Series D in 2019
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

Bulbulshop

Seed Round in 2019
Bulbulshop is a purchasing e-commerce app that provides health, gadgets, beauty, cosmetics, apparel, jewelry, home, kitchen, and bags. It was founded on November 28, 2018, and is based in Delhi, India.

Rebel Foods

Series D in 2019
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

Rebel Foods

Debt Financing in 2019
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

Yonghui Fresh Food

Series A in 2018
Yonghui Fresh Food operates as a supply chain integration platform specializing in fresh food and agricultural products. The company focuses on delivering timely supply chain services to a diverse range of customers, addressing their various purchasing needs. By streamlining food management and supply chain processes, Yonghui Fresh Food supports enterprises within the food industry, ensuring efficient access to fresh products.

ShengXianChuanQi

Series B in 2018
Shengxianchuanqi is a fresh food chain supermarket that mainly provides customers with fresh food and kitchen merchandise.

Letus Legend

Series B in 2018
Letus Legend operates a chain of supermarkets in Hefei, China, specializing in the sale of fresh food and a variety of kitchen supplies. Founded in 2015, the company offers an extensive range of products, including snack foods, grains, oils, health care items, cleaning supplies, household goods, and stationery. In addition to its physical stores, Letus Legend has developed a mobile application that facilitates online shopping and provides home delivery services to enhance customer convenience.

Fave

Series B in 2018
Fave is a fintech platform designed to facilitate the transition of offline merchants into the digital economy. The application connects consumers with local businesses, enabling users to plan activities, purchase discounted offers, and enhance their engagement with merchants in various sectors, including health and fitness, food, and wellness. By serving as a payment aggregator for major cards and digital wallets, Fave streamlines transactions and provides a seamless payment experience. The platform also offers merchants additional value through integrated marketing, data services, financing, and operational support, allowing them to focus on their core offerings. Operating in over 35 cities across Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, Fave aims to foster growth for both merchants and consumers, ultimately enhancing accessibility to a wide range of services.

Rebel Foods

Series C in 2018
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

Wolong

Venture Round in 2018
Wolong is a company specializing in the processing, quality control, and branding of nuts and dried fruits. It offers a range of products, including daily nut snacks, dried fruits, and canned series, all designed to provide nutritional benefits to consumers.

Market Kurly

Series C in 2018
Market Kurly is an online premium grocery service that compares quality and price when looking for good ingredients for foreign goodies. Market Kurly is a food delivery and logistics platform that enables users to order food via the website and receive it the following morning. The company delivers fresh high-end desserts, bread, milk, bottled water, condiments such as flour & salt, processed foods, and more. The company was founded in 2015 and based in Seoul, South Korea.

JD.com

Corporate Round in 2018
JD.com, Inc., based in Beijing, is a leading e-commerce company in China, operating through its subsidiaries. It offers a wide array of products, from electronics and apparel to food and healthcare items, through its website and mobile apps. JD.com is notable for its extensive logistics network, JD Logistics, which provides efficient and reliable delivery services. The company also operates JD Health, a prominent online healthcare platform offering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and online consultations. JD.com's unique selling proposition lies in its self-operated logistics network, ensuring speedy and reliable delivery, and its commitment to providing authentic products. As of 2022, JD.com's gross merchandise volume (GMV) was comparable to Pinduoduo's, but still lower than Alibaba's.

Raw Pressery

Series C in 2018
RAW Pressery is a Mumbai-based clean-label beverage brand established in 2014, specializing in cold-pressed juices, smoothies, soups, and nut milk. The company prioritizes quality by sourcing organic fruits, vegetables, and nuts directly from farmers around the world. By focusing on nutritional and natural beverage alternatives, RAW Pressery aims to promote healthy eating habits among its customers, delivering products that encapsulate the essence of fresh ingredients in convenient packaging. The brand's commitment to high-quality and wholesome beverages has positioned it as a significant player in the health-focused beverage market in India.

FOOK

Series A in 2018
Fook Convenience Store, established in 2006, has grown into a prominent Chinese chain with over 1,000 locations and more than 5,000 employees. The company has invested over 350 million yuan in creating a network of intelligent convenience stores that emphasize a convenient lifestyle. Utilizing advanced technologies such as facial recognition and the Internet of Things, Fook enhances the shopping experience by identifying customer preferences and streamlining payment and membership management. The stores aim to offer a safe, fast, and engaging shopping environment, combining traditional alley culture with modern consumer needs. Fook's approach focuses on customer demands and innovative retail solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the convenience store sector.

Bianli24

Seed Round in 2018
Bianli24, also known as Beijing Peanut Convenience Technology Co., Ltd., is an unmanned retail service company based in Beijing, China. Founded in 2017, the company specializes in operating unmanned convenience stores, utilizing advanced technology to provide customers with a seamless shopping experience. By eliminating the need for traditional cashiers, Bianli24 aims to enhance convenience and accessibility for consumers, catering to the growing demand for autonomous retail solutions.

JD.com

Venture Round in 2018
JD.com, Inc., based in Beijing, is a leading e-commerce company in China, operating through its subsidiaries. It offers a wide array of products, from electronics and apparel to food and healthcare items, through its website and mobile apps. JD.com is notable for its extensive logistics network, JD Logistics, which provides efficient and reliable delivery services. The company also operates JD Health, a prominent online healthcare platform offering pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and online consultations. JD.com's unique selling proposition lies in its self-operated logistics network, ensuring speedy and reliable delivery, and its commitment to providing authentic products. As of 2022, JD.com's gross merchandise volume (GMV) was comparable to Pinduoduo's, but still lower than Alibaba's.

Xianfeng Fruit

Series B in 2018
Xianfeng Fruit is a fruit retail brand in China that operates a vertically integrated grocery chain specializing in fresh produce. The company directly partners with producers to ensure high-quality products and maintains several refrigerated distribution centers to facilitate the delivery of fresh fruits to consumers. Through this approach, Xianfeng Fruit emphasizes freshness and quality in its offerings, catering to the growing demand for healthy food options in the market.

ShengXianChuanQi

Series A in 2017
Shengxianchuanqi is a fresh food chain supermarket that mainly provides customers with fresh food and kitchen merchandise.

Letus Legend

Series A in 2017
Letus Legend operates a chain of supermarkets in Hefei, China, specializing in the sale of fresh food and a variety of kitchen supplies. Founded in 2015, the company offers an extensive range of products, including snack foods, grains, oils, health care items, cleaning supplies, household goods, and stationery. In addition to its physical stores, Letus Legend has developed a mobile application that facilitates online shopping and provides home delivery services to enhance customer convenience.

Xingbianli

Series A in 2017
Xingbianli is a company that specializes in operating checkout-free convenience stores, with a particular focus on placing snack bars in offices. These snack bars offer a variety of items such as drinks, biscuits, and instant noodles, catering primarily to office workers. The company emphasizes convenience and speed, allowing customers to pay via mobile payment options like WeChat Pay and Alipay. Xingbianli's business model revolves around providing self-service solutions that enable quick and easy access to snacks and beverages in workplace settings.

Raw Pressery

Series C in 2017
RAW Pressery is a Mumbai-based clean-label beverage brand established in 2014, specializing in cold-pressed juices, smoothies, soups, and nut milk. The company prioritizes quality by sourcing organic fruits, vegetables, and nuts directly from farmers around the world. By focusing on nutritional and natural beverage alternatives, RAW Pressery aims to promote healthy eating habits among its customers, delivering products that encapsulate the essence of fresh ingredients in convenient packaging. The brand's commitment to high-quality and wholesome beverages has positioned it as a significant player in the health-focused beverage market in India.

Meituan

Series F in 2017
Meituan, established in 2010 and headquartered in Beijing, China, operates a comprehensive online platform offering retail and group buying services. It specializes in delivering Chinese food from local restaurants and provides online group discounts for a wide range of sectors, including movies, groceries, restaurants, entertainment, and health/fitness. As of 2020, Meituan holds a dominant 70.7% share in China's food delivery market. Its revenue streams are primarily derived from on-demand services (58%), hotel booking, coupon sales, and advertising (17%), with new initiatives contributing the remaining 25%. These new initiatives, such as community group buying and non-food delivery, are poised to transform Meituan into a broader grocer and logistics business, potentially surpassing food delivery as its primary focus.

Zomato

Series H in 2017
Zomato is a global online platform that connects over 55 million users with restaurants across 24 countries. It offers a comprehensive restaurant guide, enabling users to discover, rate, and review eateries, as well as order meals for delivery or table reservations. The company also provides advertising and ingredient supply services to its restaurant partners.

Rebel Foods

Series C in 2017
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

Wingreens Farms

Series A in 2016
Wingreens Farms is a producer of a diverse range of food products, specializing in healthy snack alternatives. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, the company has pioneered the fresh dips and pita chips category in India. Its offerings include gourmet dips, pickles, breakfast cereals, and teas, all crafted by underprivileged women, thereby promoting social empowerment. Wingreens Farms employs a unique sampling sales model, allowing customers to experience the products before purchase, and retails through both online platforms and various market channels. The company is committed to providing consumers with accessible and healthy food options.

Gojek

Series D in 2016
PT Aplikasi Karya Anak Bangsa, commonly known as Gojek, is a mobile application-based platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company initially operated a motorcycle taxi fleet but has since evolved into a comprehensive Super App, offering a wide range of services including food delivery, transportation, digital payments, shopping, and various on-demand services such as massages. Launched in 2015, Gojek has rapidly become the largest consumer transactional technology group in Southeast Asia, driven by its commitment to speed, innovation, and social impact. The platform aims to empower the informal sector in the region while catering to diverse markets, including logistics, food, and entertainment.

Raw Pressery

Series B in 2016
RAW Pressery is a Mumbai-based clean-label beverage brand established in 2014, specializing in cold-pressed juices, smoothies, soups, and nut milk. The company prioritizes quality by sourcing organic fruits, vegetables, and nuts directly from farmers around the world. By focusing on nutritional and natural beverage alternatives, RAW Pressery aims to promote healthy eating habits among its customers, delivering products that encapsulate the essence of fresh ingredients in convenient packaging. The brand's commitment to high-quality and wholesome beverages has positioned it as a significant player in the health-focused beverage market in India.

Oriental House

Series B in 2015
Oriental House is a provider of traditional Chinese health food and beverages, specializing in products such as ginger tea, ejiao (donkey-hide gelatin), and various snacks recognized for their health benefits. The company has garnered substantial investment from various institutions, facilitating a period of rapid growth. Oriental House distributes its products through its official platform as well as major e-commerce platforms, ensuring that customers have access to a range of healthy snacks and beverages.

Rebel Foods

Series C in 2015
Rebel Foods is a prominent operator of cloud kitchens that specializes in delivering food on demand through a variety of in-house brands. The company combines culinary expertise with advanced technology to ensure high food quality and efficient delivery. Its innovative approach includes the use of dark kitchens, which allow for streamlined operations and expanded menu options. Rebel Foods offers a range of food brands catering to different consumer dining occasions, including the well-known FAASOS brand, which focuses on retail food provision and home delivery services. By prioritizing ingredient sourcing and preparation standards, Rebel Foods aims to enhance the overall dining experience for food enthusiasts.

1Mxian

Series A in 2015
1Mxian is an e-commerce platform based in China that specializes in providing fresh produce and grocery products. The company operates an online-to-offline model, allowing customers to conveniently order fruits and other grocery items for delivery. By focusing on fresh market offerings, 1Mxian aims to meet the growing demand for high-quality groceries in the Chinese market, ensuring that consumers have access to fresh and reliable food options.

Blinkit

Series C in 2015
Blinkit is a quick-commerce platform specializing in the rapid delivery of groceries, household essentials, and various daily needs. It operates using a dark store model, which involves micro-warehouses strategically located in urban areas to facilitate efficient order fulfillment. The platform offers a diverse range of products, including fresh produce, dairy, snacks, beverages, and personal care items, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase goods online for home delivery. Following its acquisition by Zomato, Blinkit has broadened its market presence by expanding into additional cities and integrating its services with Zomato's food delivery operations, thereby enhancing its overall efficiency and reach.

Ganyuan

Angel Round in 2015
Ganyuan is a bean and fruit snack manufacturer. Their products include crab roe-flavored melon seeds, garlic-flavored green peas, roe-flavored broad beans, sauce beef-flavored melon seeds, salt and pepper peanuts, and beans and fruit packages.

TinyOwl

Series C in 2015
TinyOwl is a company that specializes in a location-based mobile application designed for food ordering. The Android application allows users to discover nearby restaurants and place orders directly from their devices. By utilizing location detection technology, TinyOwl's app provides users with a convenient way to find dining options in their immediate area, enhancing the food ordering experience.

Runnr

Series A in 2015
Runnr is a B2B platform based in India that specializes in hyper-local logistics services, primarily focusing on food delivery. The company collaborates with local merchants to provide an on-demand food ordering system, allowing users to easily browse restaurant offerings and make purchases through a smartphone app. Runnr emphasizes convenience with its integrated API and user-friendly interface, ensuring a seamless experience for customers seeking quick access to food from nearby locations.

Gojek

Series B in 2015
PT Aplikasi Karya Anak Bangsa, commonly known as Gojek, is a mobile application-based platform founded in 2010 and headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia. The company initially operated a motorcycle taxi fleet but has since evolved into a comprehensive Super App, offering a wide range of services including food delivery, transportation, digital payments, shopping, and various on-demand services such as massages. Launched in 2015, Gojek has rapidly become the largest consumer transactional technology group in Southeast Asia, driven by its commitment to speed, innovation, and social impact. The platform aims to empower the informal sector in the region while catering to diverse markets, including logistics, food, and entertainment.

Enjoy

Series C in 2015
Ricebook (饭本) is an application focused on searching for resturants, based on social relations. Users can check comments on restaurants or share them with friends by getting linked to social platforms like weibo, renren, and more. Ricebook has functions where users can gather information on restaurants, review, and share thoughts via social networking.

Wingreens Farms

Seed Round in 2015
Wingreens Farms is a producer of a diverse range of food products, specializing in healthy snack alternatives. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana, the company has pioneered the fresh dips and pita chips category in India. Its offerings include gourmet dips, pickles, breakfast cereals, and teas, all crafted by underprivileged women, thereby promoting social empowerment. Wingreens Farms employs a unique sampling sales model, allowing customers to experience the products before purchase, and retails through both online platforms and various market channels. The company is committed to providing consumers with accessible and healthy food options.

ELEME

Series F in 2015
ELEME is an online ordering platform offering gourmet food take away services in over 2000 cities in China. Founded in 2008 by Mark Zhang and Jack Kang, the company is operated by Lazhasi Network Technology and has been acquired by Alibaba Group in 2018, while still maintaining its independence. With more than 1.3 million participating shops, 15 thousand employees, and over nine million daily orders, ELEME has established itself as a prominent player in the Chinese food delivery market. The company's headquarters are located in Shanghai, China.

Paper Boat

Series C in 2015
Paper Boat is an e-commerce platform based in Haryana, India, that specializes in non-carbonated beverages and food products. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on reviving traditional Indian flavors, offering a range of drinks such as jaljeera, aamras, and tulsi tea, along with various snack items. By combining scientific observation with a passion for authentic tastes, Paper Boat aims to provide consumers with nostalgic beverages reminiscent of their childhood. The brand collaborates with prominent companies and personalities to enhance its offerings, ensuring a unique and enjoyable experience for its customers.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.