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-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) Nutrizoe, a women-focused wellness brand, has introduced India’s first dedicated energy bars for women, called Zoe Bars, which can help overcome fatigue and cravings for desserts. Zoe Bars are custom-designed to provide instant energy and are made using high-quality ingredients, without preservatives, and are 100% vegetarian. Women have slightly different dietary requirements than men, and Zoe Bars are fortified with essential multivitamins, such as Vitamins A, B2, B3, B6, B7, B9, B12, C, D, and Zinc, to fulfil their daily nutritional requirements. The energy bars are rich in protein and include three types of protein: Whey,…
-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) On the occasion of World Poultry Day, Arabian Farms pledges to continue its innovative and sustainable approach to poultry farming to set new benchmarks in the sector in the UAE. The company is committed to providing high-quality chicken and eggs to enhance the country’s food security and meet the needs of its customers. As the leading poultry company in the UAE, Arabian Farms has been supplying fresh, nutritious, and safe chicken and eggs under its Saha brand for over 30 years. It is also one of the largest shell egg producers in the GCC, with a…
-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) Dodo Pizza UAE, a multinational franchise chain operating in 17 countries, has launched a pilot program to offer reusable pizza boxes to its customers in Dubai in an effort to reduce delivery waste. The reusable delivery option is free of charge and will be available for Dubai customers ahead of the month of Ramadan. According to a report by Ipsos UAE, there is a significant increase in food delivery during Ramadan, up to 20% with 9 out of 10 people making orders. Dodo Pizza UAE will collect the cases from customers for cleaning and sanitizing before…
-Nandini Bansal (cbdigital@imaws.org) Established in 1982 Marine Hydrocolloids is India’s largest manufacturer & exporter of Agar Agar (Powder & Strips), and also offers Spreadable Agar Agar branded as Wondergel, Carrageenan and Alginates. Our four-decade long legacy has equipped us with the know-how that has constantly kept us on our toes to meet the demands of the changing nature of consumption. Over the years, the Kerala based food giant had developed blends and products to cater to industries ranging from Food, Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy to Cosmetics, Personal Care, Plant Tissue Culture, Dehydrated Culture media, Microbiology, Dental Castings and Pharmaceuticals. Recently the…
-KH News Desk (cbdigital@imaws.org) peAR is Augmented-Reality based in restaurant ordering app. The funds raised will be utilizedto scale the company’s current suite of solutions across geographies and to address more restaurant challenges. peAr is one of the only 7 startups which was incubated at Zone Startups as part of the Zone Startups 1st Pre-Accelerator program ZSI Booster. Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) has so far invested over INR 550 Cr across 170+ deals March 16th, 2023, Mumbai: peAR, one of the first startups in Asia-Pacific to make an augmented-reality based in-restaurant ordering app, has raised Rs 4.2 crore in a…
-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) A Chennai-based startup, Bai Veetu Kalyanam (BVK) Biryani, has built a unique unmanned takeaway ordering experience centre in Kolathur, the first of its kind in India. The pop-up shop is equipped with 32-inch screens where customers can browse menus, place orders, and make payments using cards or by scanning QR codes. The startup serves authentic premium wedding-style biryani prepared using coal and firewood, along with other dishes such as mutton paya, idiyappam, parotta, and halwa. Their biryanis are priced between ₹220 and ₹449. Customers can tap the “open door” option on the touch screen and collect…
-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) Next Gen Foods, the producer of plant-based chicken brand TiNDLE, has acquired Mwah, a dairy-free gelato startup, for an undisclosed amount. Next Gen Foods had previously invested in Mwah two years ago and also led their seed funding round in 2022. The acquisition is expected to help Next Gen Foods expand its product offerings while meeting the increasing demand for sustainable food experiences. Mwah’s co-founders, Damian Piedrahita and Claudia Comini, will become new shareholders in Next Gen Foods and will continue to lead Mwah’s brand as they oversee R&D and business expansion. They plan to introduce…
WOX Energy Drinks unveil its First Energy Drink in India for the Perfect Summer Boost
-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) New Delhi, March 18, 2023: After carving a distinctive reputation across the globe, WOX, the world’s leading energy drink brand is set to unveil its first refreshing energy beverages in India, Classic Edition. The product is priced at Rs. 60 and will be available at nearest mom-and-pop store. With the hot summer months fast approaching, WOX energy drinks offer the perfect way to keep its customers cool and energized during the season. WOX is a brand by BCS Globals, a renowned player in the Food & Beverage segment and is recognized for its highest quality standards…
-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) Lemon Tree Hotels Limited has announced the signing of a 60-room hotel in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. The hotel is expected to be functional by July 2026 and will be operated by the company’s subsidiary, Carnation Hotels Private Limited. Mahesh Aiyer, CEO of Carnation Hotels, expressed satisfaction with the company’s expansion in Rajasthan, where it already operates six hotels with four more in the pipeline in Jaipur, Kumbhalgarh, Banswara, and Sri Ganganagar. The company is actively seeking to expand its portfolio in the state with more hotels and resorts. Naaz Hotel Consultants were advisors on the deal.…
2023 Natural Products Expo West Highlights Hormel Foods’ Brands Innovations and SustainabilityInitiatives
-KH News Desk (cbedit@imaws.org) Hormel Foods Corporation, a global branded food company and Fortune 500 member, recently participated in the 2023 Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, California, to exhibit its latest natural and sustainable food products. The company’s brand teams, including Justin’s and Applegate, showcased their newest products and innovations at the event. The Applegate Naturals Do Good Dog, the first retail hot dog made with regenerative agriculture, and Applegate Organics Uncured Genoa Salami Bites were among the featured products. Meanwhile, Justin’s Super Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup and Super Dark Chocolate Espresso Almond Butter Cup were popular choices…
