Barvecue
Seed Round in 2023
Founded in 2017 and based in Cornelius, North Carolina, Barvecue specializes in producing plant-based comfort food products, notably vegetarian barbeque options. Utilizing whole soybeans, sweet potatoes, and organic apple cider vinegar, the company aims to replicate wood-smoked flavors, providing meat-free alternatives for consumers seeking familiar barbecue tastes.
The ISH Food Company
Seed Round in 2023
ISH Food Company specializes in producing sustainable and healthy plant-based food. The company creates chef-crafted recipe collections designed to appeal to a wide range of customers, providing delicious alternatives to traditional meat products. ISH focuses on offering plant-based options that cater to flexitarians and seafood enthusiasts, ensuring that consumers have access to nutritious and environmentally friendly food choices. Through its innovative products, ISH aims to promote a healthier food system that nourishes all individuals.
Mozza
Venture Round in 2022
Mozza is a Los Angeles-based company founded in 2018 that specializes in the development of plant-based cheese products. The company aims to create cheese derived from plants that closely replicates the taste and texture of traditional dairy cheese. By utilizing bovine milk proteins, Mozza produces cheese that exhibits the same characteristics as its animal-derived counterparts, including melt, stretch, and flavor. This innovation provides consumers with a viable alternative to dairy cheese, catering to the growing demand for plant-based food options.
Yo Egg is a food processing company that specializes in producing plant-based egg substitute products, offering a range of alternatives that mimic traditional eggs without harming animals or the environment. Their product line includes fried eggs, ramen, and sunny-side-up styles, all crafted to deliver the visual appeal, texture, and taste of poultry eggs. Yo Egg's vegan egg substitutes are cholesterol and pathogen-free, made from a blend of ingredients that replicate the nutritional benefits of chicken eggs. These products not only cater to consumers seeking ethical and sustainable food options but also provide an easy training solution for staff in culinary settings, making them suitable for creating innovative and appealing plant-based dishes.
Lovely Day Foods
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Lovely Day Foods is a European food biotech company focused on developing innovative food solutions that promote sustainability and ethical consumption. The company operates under the brand Perfeggt, which offers a range of egg replacers made from pea protein, successfully replacing over one million chicken eggs in various dishes such as scrambled eggs, omelets, quiches, pancakes, and waffles across Germany and Austria. Collaborating with over 50 partners, Lovely Day Foods aims to decouple food production from traditional agriculture through precision fermentation, creating bio-identical proteins that are GMO-free. This approach not only meets the increasing demand for nutritious food but also contributes to a kinder future for the planet. In 2023, Perfeggt was recognized as one of the top startup brands in Germany, reflecting its growing popularity and impact in the food industry.
Grounded Foods
Seed Round in 2021
Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses crafted from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Founded in 2019 by behavioral economist Veronica Fil and international award-winning chef Shaun Quade, the company employs a proprietary fermentation process that utilizes imperfect vegetables to create products that closely resemble the flavor and texture of dairy cheese. Their product lineup includes gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all designed to offer high nutritional value while promoting environmental sustainability. Grounded Foods sells its offerings through both retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide consumers with viable dairy-free alternatives.
CHKN Not Chicken
Series A in 2021
CHKN Not Chicken is a food tech startup dedicated to providing sustainable plant-based protein alternatives to traditional meat. The company's mission is to promote healthier lifestyles and environmental sustainability by encouraging reduced meat consumption. Its flagship product line features three varieties of shredded CHKN: Naked CHKN, Fiesta CHKN, and Zen, all of which are vegan, soy-free, gluten-free, and non-GMO, delivering 20 grams of protein per 8 oz serving with only 140 calories. CHKN Not Chicken aims to offer a delicious and versatile substitute for chicken, suitable for a wide range of recipes including stir fry, tacos, salads, and more, while ensuring that the ingredients are clean and free from common allergens.
Atlast Food
Series A in 2021
Atlast Food Co. is a food technology company based in Green Island, New York, specializing in the development of structural ingredients for plant-based and whole cut meat products. Established in 2020, Atlast aims to create delicious, environmentally sustainable foods that are rooted in nature. The company's product line includes innovative offerings such as plant-based bacon and steaks, reflecting its commitment to transforming the meat alternative market with high-quality, whole cut options.
Deliciou
Seed Round in 2021
Deliciou is a company that specializes in producing healthy snacks and premium seasonings designed to simplify plant-based cooking. Its flagship product, a vegetarian bacon seasoning, is notable for being low in calories, fat, and sodium while delivering a rich bacon-like flavor. Deliciou's offerings are crafted from fresh spices, vegetable powders, and various flavor extracts, making them accessible and enjoyable for consumers seeking healthier culinary options. By prioritizing ease of use and flavor, Deliciou aims to enhance the cooking experience for those interested in plant-based diets.
Daring Foods
Series A in 2020
Daring Foods Inc. is a startup based in Glasgow, United Kingdom, founded in 2018 by Ross Mackay. The company specializes in producing plant-based chicken alternatives that cater to health-conscious consumers seeking nutritious food options. Daring Foods offers vegan meat products that are free from dairy, eggs, palm oil, genetically modified organisms, hormones, and antibiotics. By focusing on sustainability and flavor, the company aims to provide a delicious alternative for individuals who consume chicken regularly. Daring Foods is also expanding its reach into retail markets, enhancing accessibility for customers seeking plant-based dietary options.
Barvecue
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2017 and based in Cornelius, North Carolina, Barvecue specializes in producing plant-based comfort food products, notably vegetarian barbeque options. Utilizing whole soybeans, sweet potatoes, and organic apple cider vinegar, the company aims to replicate wood-smoked flavors, providing meat-free alternatives for consumers seeking familiar barbecue tastes.
Hooray Foods
Seed Round in 2020
Hooray Foods, Inc. is a San Francisco-based company founded in 2019 that specializes in producing plant-based meat products, specifically designed to mimic the taste and cooking experience of traditional bacon. Utilizing a proprietary fat encapsulation technique, Hooray Foods creates products that sizzle, smell, and taste like real bacon while being gluten-free, soy-free, nitrite-free, and hormone-free. The company aims to provide consumers with a healthy, affordable, and flavorful alternative to bacon, catering to those looking to reduce meat consumption without sacrificing taste. Hooray Foods sells its products through various partners, markets, and cafes, making plant-based options accessible to a wider audience.
Atlast Food
Seed Round in 2020
Atlast Food Co. is a food technology company based in Green Island, New York, specializing in the development of structural ingredients for plant-based and whole cut meat products. Established in 2020, Atlast aims to create delicious, environmentally sustainable foods that are rooted in nature. The company's product line includes innovative offerings such as plant-based bacon and steaks, reflecting its commitment to transforming the meat alternative market with high-quality, whole cut options.
GOOD PLANeT Foods
Series A in 2020
Good PLANeT Foods LLC, incorporated in 2017 and based in Bellevue, Washington, specializes in producing premium plant-based cheese products. The company offers a variety of cheese alternatives, including shreds and slices in flavors such as mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar, smoked provolone, garlic and herb, and hot pepper. Good PLANeT Foods aims to provide consumers with delicious and nutritious dairy-free options that replicate the flavors of traditional cheese, all while promoting animal rights and environmental sustainability. The company is dedicated to offering a healthy alternative to dairy cheese without compromising on taste.
Grounded Foods
Seed Round in 2020
Grounded Foods Co. is a West Hollywood-based company that specializes in producing plant-based cheeses crafted from cauliflower and hemp seeds. Founded in 2019 by behavioral economist Veronica Fil and international award-winning chef Shaun Quade, the company employs a proprietary fermentation process that utilizes imperfect vegetables to create products that closely resemble the flavor and texture of dairy cheese. Their product lineup includes gruyere style cheese, camembert style cheese, marinated hemp seed feta, and hemp seed cream cheese, all designed to offer high nutritional value while promoting environmental sustainability. Grounded Foods sells its offerings through both retail stores and online channels, aiming to provide consumers with viable dairy-free alternatives.
Good Catch
Series B in 2020
Good Catch Foods is a company that specializes in the development and manufacture of vegan, plant-based seafood alternatives. Founded in 2016, it produces a variety of products designed to replicate traditional seafood, including fish-free shredded tuna, crab cakes, salmon filets, and patties. These offerings are crafted using a blend of pea proteins and legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and fava beans. Initially headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Good Catch has since expanded its presence to New York, New York. The company aims to provide sustainable and health-conscious food options for consumers seeking plant-based diets.
Gathered Foods
Series B in 2020
Gathered Foods Corporation, operating under the brand name Good Catch, specializes in the development, production, and sale of plant-based seafood alternatives in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Heath, Ohio, the company offers a variety of products, including plant-based tuna, frozen entrées, and appetizers, all crafted from a unique blend of six legumes—peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans, and navy beans—alongside seaweed and algae extract to enhance flavor. These products are designed to replicate the taste and experience of traditional seafood while being free from dairy, gluten, and GMOs, providing a cruelty-free option for consumers seeking alternatives to seafood. Gathered Foods sells its products through both retail stores and online channels, catering to a growing market of health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.
Good Catch
Convertible Note in 2019
Good Catch Foods is a company that specializes in the development and manufacture of vegan, plant-based seafood alternatives. Founded in 2016, it produces a variety of products designed to replicate traditional seafood, including fish-free shredded tuna, crab cakes, salmon filets, and patties. These offerings are crafted using a blend of pea proteins and legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and fava beans. Initially headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Good Catch has since expanded its presence to New York, New York. The company aims to provide sustainable and health-conscious food options for consumers seeking plant-based diets.
Gathered Foods
Convertible Note in 2019
Gathered Foods Corporation, operating under the brand name Good Catch, specializes in the development, production, and sale of plant-based seafood alternatives in the United States. Founded in 2016 and based in Heath, Ohio, the company offers a variety of products, including plant-based tuna, frozen entrées, and appetizers, all crafted from a unique blend of six legumes—peas, chickpeas, lentils, soy, fava beans, and navy beans—alongside seaweed and algae extract to enhance flavor. These products are designed to replicate the taste and experience of traditional seafood while being free from dairy, gluten, and GMOs, providing a cruelty-free option for consumers seeking alternatives to seafood. Gathered Foods sells its products through both retail stores and online channels, catering to a growing market of health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers.
Good Catch
Series A in 2018
Good Catch Foods is a company that specializes in the development and manufacture of vegan, plant-based seafood alternatives. Founded in 2016, it produces a variety of products designed to replicate traditional seafood, including fish-free shredded tuna, crab cakes, salmon filets, and patties. These offerings are crafted using a blend of pea proteins and legumes such as lentils, chickpeas, and fava beans. Initially headquartered in Newtown, Pennsylvania, Good Catch has since expanded its presence to New York, New York. The company aims to provide sustainable and health-conscious food options for consumers seeking plant-based diets.
Eat Your Coffee
Venture Round in 2017
Eat Your Coffee is a company that produces innovative coffee-based energy bars aimed at providing a nutritious and caffeinated snack option. Founded by coffee-deprived college students at Northeastern University, the company combines organic, Fair Trade coffee with real ingredients to create energizing snacks. Their product line includes flavors such as mocha latte, coconut mocha, and caramel macchiato, appealing to consumers seeking a natural alternative to traditional caffeinated options. By crafting energy bars that taste like real coffee, Eat Your Coffee seeks to energize lives while promoting a healthier snacking experience.
Purple Carrot
Seed Round in 2015
Purple Carrot is a business that delivers healthy, plant-based meal kits directly to consumers' doorsteps nationwide. They specialize in providing fresh, pre-portioned ingredients along with step-by-step recipes, ensuring customers can easily prepare delicious, whole-food, plant-based meals at home. Their offerings are gluten-free and high in protein, catering to health-conscious individuals seeking convenient, nutritious options.