Givaudan, the world’s leading flavour and fragrance company, has partnered with leading food technology incubator, The Kitchen, owned by Strauss Group. The partnership, which is aligned with the company’s culture of open innovation, will enable it to expand its innovation ecosystem further by connecting with Israel-based food entrepreneurs who are contributing to the creation of healthier and sustainable products and solutions.
Fabio Campanile, head of science and technology, flavours, Givaudan, said, “Our partnership with The Kitchen is the latest example of Givaudan’s commitment to address global food challenges. We are thrilled to share our capabilities with entrepreneurs in one of the most dynamic foodtech ecosystems in the world and jointly develop new technologies and solutions that will shape the future of good and sustainable food.”
Jonathan Berger, chief executive officer, The Kitchen, said, “Israel plays an important role in creating innovative food technologies, and our goal at The Kitchen is to nourish promising foodtech ventures that can disrupt the global food system making it more productive, more affordable, more sustainable, and healthier.”
“Our partnership with Givaudan will provide foodtech start-ups with a wealth of food science knowledge and sensory expertise to help them navigate challenges in their product development journeys,” he added.
