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16/26/04 – the share price riser/faller/non-mover split in FFF’s listed foodtech space for the week ended Friday 29 September 2023. Why the unseemly rush to offload the info? Because another disappointing week for listed foodtech in terms of the share price riser/faller count, just the aperitif. As for the main course... Blue Apron announced it has entered into an Agreement to be Acquired by Wonder Group for $13.00 per Share. Cue the main course. Wonder Group? “…a company founded by entrepreneur Marc Lore that is redefining at-home dining and food delivery.” Quick word or two from Mr Lore: “Wonder is creating the mealtime super app, serving a broad range of occasions that feature cuisines from some of the world’s best chefs and restaurants while leveraging our culinary engineering and vertically-integrated model. At-home meals play a key role in this vision and have been on our strategic roadmap since the beginning. When the opportunity presented itself to unite with Blue Apron, pioneers in the meal kit industry, we knew it would accelerate our strategic position, create immediate opportunities for synergy and most importantly, enable us to further delight customers by expanding the ways you can access and experience Wonder.” AppHarvest did itself no favours this week. Shares in the vertical farmer down another 26%. Speculation that the sale of the company’s large Somerset greenhouse to Dutch indoor produce grower Bosch Growers could fall through, the culprit it appears. Market cap now sub-$3m. As for Local Bounti and Kalera – no news out from either. Local’s shares finished the week up 2%; Kalera’s unchanged. Both live to fight another day. Full story from our weekly Food on the Move https://lnkd.in/d-8iNyKx

🍔 The Palate Playground: Exploring NYC's Exciting Food and Beverage Startups 🍹 In the city that never sleeps, the culinary landscape is constantly evolving, and a vibrant food and beverage startup scene is taking center stage. From trendy food trucks to cutting-edge beverage innovations, NYC's gastronomic entrepreneurs are redefining culinary delights and elevating the dining experience to new heights. 🍽️ **Culinary Innovations**: These startups are the architects of taste, introducing novel culinary concepts and fusion cuisines that tantalize the senses and cater to diverse palates. Their inventive dishes and unique flavor combinations leave foodies craving for more. 🥂 **Beverage Revolution**: The beverage industry is also undergoing a renaissance, with startups crafting artisanal cocktails, craft beers, and innovative non-alcoholic alternatives. They're quenching thirsts with creativity and pioneering new ways to savor beverages. 🌮 **Food Tech Marvels**: Embracing technology, these startups leverage mobile apps and online platforms for food delivery and meal subscription services, providing unprecedented convenience to hungry New Yorkers. 🍻 **Sustainable and Ethical Choices**: Many of these food and beverage startups prioritize sustainability and ethical sourcing, catering to the increasing demand for eco-friendly options and contributing to a more responsible culinary landscape. With every bite and sip, NYC's food and beverage startups are reshaping the way we experience food, making the city an epicurean playground where culinary dreams become reality. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gDVUa5cM Featuring: Pepper (Founded by Bowie Cheung, Chetan Narain, Ivana Tesanovic) WoodSpoon (Founded by Lee Reshef, Merav Kalish Rozengarten, Oren Saar) Bellway (Founded by Max Dresse, ) Tiny Organics (Founded by Betsy Fore, Sofia Laurell 🌱, ) Sanzo (Founded by Sandro Roco, ) Bubble Goods (Founded by Jessica Young, ) Mealco (Founded by Danny Simon, ) Volley Tequila Seltzer Offlimits (Founded by Emily Miller, ) Zevv (Founded by Davin Chew , Max Crespo, ) Mezcla(Founded by Griffin Spolansky, ) Fraîche (Founded by Paul Bernier, Tximista Lizarazu, ) LIVEKINDLY Collective (Founded by Mark Kulsdom, Roger Lienhard, ) Lupii (Founded by Alexandra Dempster, Isabelle Steichen (she/her), ) XED Beverage Company (acquired by Next Century Spirits) (Founded by Ezekiel Bronfman, Nate Medow, )

Mouthwatering domain via Squadhelp 😋 Foodific.com is an appetizing domain name that sparks visions of tantalizing culinary creations and mouthwatering flavors. The name brings together the words "food" and "terrific," conveying a sense of excellence and delight in the world of gastronomy. Evoking emotions of satisfaction and excitement, Foodific.com is a perfect fit for startups in the food and beverage industry, such as restaurants, food delivery services, recipe websites, or even culinary schools. Its brevity, with only eight letters, makes it memorable and easy to type, enhancing its potential for brand recognition and online visibility. With Foodific.com, a delectable online presence is just a bite away. #food #startup #bite #terrific #domains

🍴🇮🇹 Buongiorno! What an exciting spread we have for you today on EUStartUp! Let me ask you, who's shaking up the food delivery space in Italy? We've got some answers in our latest article: "Who are Italy's Most Influential Food Delivery Startups in 2023?" Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/daTfrGyG 📰 In the spotlight we have, in no particular order: 1. Ktchn Lab - A marvel of virtual restaurants, stirred up by Andrea Roberto Bifulco and Nicola Ballarini. 2. Carne Genuina srl - Serving genuine meat from specific breeders, right to your home. 3. Foodprime - Sure to prime your appetites with a plethora of meal choices. 4. Appeaty - Whetting appetites with numerous restaurant software services. 5. Deliverart - Food delivery software - Crafting innovation around food delivery management, led by Bryan Natavio & Eleonora Bove. 6. wedelivery - Serving both your food and pharmacy needs on a silver platter. 7. Planeat.eco (Alimentiamoci S.r.l. Società Benefit) - With Nicola Lamberti at the helm, turning the duration of your recipe shopping to a snap. 8. Foodinghy - Anchoring food delivery services in ports on demand. 9. Sidewalk Kitchens - Convenient co-working kitchen spaces, brought to you by Leo Schieppati & Ludovico Leopardi. 10. kytchen - Brewing up restaurant order management and dispatch services, specialists Muad Akkari & Rami Salhi lead the charge. 11. RIVIVA - For those passionate about pet nourishment and care. 12. Melevendi - Handpicked fruit and vegetable home delivery services led by Filippo Veronese. 13. Takeve Srl Società Benefit - Transforming the landscape of food delivery. 14. Fresh Cut - Delivering crisp, fresh, and healthy foods to you. 15. Ghost Kitchen - Hauntingly enjoyable fusion dishes delivered right to your door. Remember, great ideas aren't baked overnight. Share to spread the innovation! 🚀 #FoodDelivery #Startups #Innovation #Italy #EUStartupNews

Exciting News in the Culinary World! We are thrilled to share the latest scoop in the food industry! HOGR Food Network Pvt Ltd, the innovative food discovery platform, has just secured Rs 10 Crore in a seed funding round led by Curefoods (EatFit), the dynamic cloud kitchen brand known for its stellar portfolio, including EatFit and CakeZone. Hogr, founded by the dynamic duo Jugul Thachery and Harish Harshan, is on a mission to redefine how we discover and share our favourite culinary experiences. Imagine a social platform where you can explore new restaurants and dishes through personalized recommendations from your circle of food enthusiasts - friends, family, and contacts whose taste preferences align with yours. This significant investment from Curefoods is earmarked for expanding the reach of the Hogr app, introducing exciting features, and enhancing the overall user experience. Curefoods, with its impressive roster of brands like EatFit, Yumlane, Aligarh House Biryani, Masalabox Food Network Pvt Ltd, and CakeZone, has been making waves in the food industry. Their strategic moves, including Yumlane Pizza's and Millet Express's recent acquisition, showcase their commitment to innovation and growth. As a news reporter, it's thrilling to witness the synergy between technology and gastronomy, shaping the future of how we discover, share, and savour our favourite food experiences. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting journey! https://lnkd.in/dp9Gs9bp #FoodTech #Innovation #CulinaryDiscovery #Hogr #Curefoods #FoodIndustryNews #StartUpInvestment #TechAndGastronomy

We updated our blog with an article called The Ultimate Guide to Navigating the Food & Beverage Startup World: A Fusion of Realities, Strategies, and Sarcasm and we hope you enjoy reading it: https://hubs.li/Q02sp7TJ0 #cascadiamanagingbrands #Billsipper #Bobsipper

🚛🚚 Street Food Revolution: Embracing Quality Over Junk 🌮🍔 From luxurious kebabs to innovative French tacos, the street food scene is evolving globally. KTCHNrebel explores how high-quality offerings are reshaping the once-fast-food image. Discover the rise of gourmet street food and the entrepreneurs driving this delicious transformation. 🚀

Street Food Revolution: Embracing Quality Over Junk 🌮🍔 From luxurious kebabs to innovative French tacos, the street food scene is evolving globally. KTCHNrebel explores how high-quality offerings are reshaping the once-fast-food image. Discover the rise of gourmet street food and the entrepreneurs driving this delicious transformation. 🚀