In a groundbreaking move within the food tech sector, Curefoods, a major player in India’s culinary landscape, has invested a whopping Rs.10 Crores in the innovative food discovery platform, HOGR. Renowned for its diverse portfolio, including brands like EatFit and Cakezone, Curefoods’ backing is set to catapult Hogr into a new phase of growth, promising enhanced features and an elevated user experience.
Hogr stands out as a unique social platform that goes beyond conventional food apps. It leverages personalized recommendations from users’ social circles, connecting food enthusiasts and fostering a community centered around the joy of discovering new restaurants and dishes. This seed funding injection is expected to amplify the app’s outreach, introduce exciting updates, and solidify its position as a leader in the food discovery space.
Jugul Thachery, Founder and CEO of HOGR, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “We see HOGR as more than just an app. We strive to create a community where food enthusiasts come together to share the joy of discovering new dishes and places to eat, fostering social connections through this platform. We are elated to have found synergies with Curefood to partner with in our growth journey.”
Harish Harshan, Co-founder, and CTO of HOGR added, “Curefoods is a pioneer in the food tech sector and having them onboard will help propel Hogr in the right direction. We have some exciting times ahead and are looking forward to creating an unparalleled experience in food discovery and social engagement for our users.”
Ankit Nagori, Founder of Curefoods India, shared insights into the investment decision, stating, “We’ve noticed that HOGR addresses and streamlines the challenge of discovering new dishes and restaurants, as well as forms a food community via peer-to-peer recommendations. This aspect intrigued us and motivated our decision to invest in this app.”
