Following successful investments from Jay-Z and Grammy-award winning singer H.E.R, the allergy-free brand Partake Foods has raised $4.8 million in a new funding round. Interesting to note is CEO and founder Denise Woodard is the first woman of color to raise $1 million for a food startup. New investors include pop star Rihanna.
Stroop Club Launches First Vegan, Organic and Palm Oil Free Stroopwafel in Europe
Stroop Club, a company founded by Dutch entrepreneurs Chantal and Tako, has launched what it describes as Europe’s first vegan, organic, and palm oil-free stroopwafel. The product, recently introduced in the European market, marks a return to the Netherlands for the company, which began operations in Texas in 2015. Over the past eight years, Stroop Club has expanded its presence across North America, establishing a foothold in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Known for its focus on sustainability, the company prioritizes ethically sourced ingredients, environmentally friendly packaging, and carbon-neutral shipping. Stroopwafels, a traditional Dutch caramel-filled cookie, typically contain butter and eggs. Stroop Club’s version uses plant-based ingredients and eliminates palm oil, which has been associated with environmental and ethical concerns. The company asserts that …