The Kitchen FoodTech Hub
Overview
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub is a technological incubator and investment arm of the Strauss Group, founded in 2015 as part of the Israel Innovation Authority (IIA) incubator program. It focuses on investing in and nurturing early-stage Israeli FoodTech startups to address global food challenges. Its areas of interest include alternative proteins, cultivated meat, improved agricultural processes, supply chain technologies, and food safety. The firm acts as a company builder, co-founding ventures such as Aleph Farms. In September 2023, it announced it was raising a new $70 million fund.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aleph Farms | Mar 2025 | Series C | Co-investor |
| Bio-Fence | Jan 2018 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| CarobWay | Jun 2020 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Yeap | Sep 2020 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Day 8 | Feb 2024 | Pre Seed | Lead |
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FAQ
Where is The Kitchen FoodTech Hub based?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub is headquartered in Israel.
When was The Kitchen FoodTech Hub founded?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub was founded in 2015.
How many portfolio companies does The Kitchen FoodTech Hub have?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub has 18 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in The Kitchen FoodTech Hub's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include Aleph Farms, Bio-Fence, CarobWay, Yeap, Day 8.
What was The Kitchen FoodTech Hub's most recent investment shown here?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Aleph Farms in 2025.
What sectors does The Kitchen FoodTech Hub focus on?
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What company stages does The Kitchen FoodTech Hub focus on?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub typically invests at the Early stage.
What is The Kitchen FoodTech Hub's AUM?
The Kitchen FoodTech Hub's assets under management are estimated between $70.0M and $70.0M.