The future of food is being rewritten — and this year’s EIT Food Next Bite Conference brought together some of the brightest experts and innovators driving that transformation. From smart nutrition and sustainable ingredients to biotech innovations that redefine how we eat and live, the Startup Village was buzzing with creativity and purpose. We explored dozens of groundbreaking ventures, and here are just a few that stood out.
Startups Redefining the Future of Food
Bio Ice Cream Dots
Organic, sugar-free, low-calorie cryogenic ice cream bites enriched with probiotics and prebiotics. A smart, fun, and healthy treat for families.
Koppie
Reinventing coffee with a sustainable, caffeine-free alternative made from fermented local pulses — keeping your coffee ritual alive without coffee beans.
Prozymi Biolabs
Using enzymes to remove harmful gluten components while keeping all the good in wheat-based products — making them safe for people with gluten sensitivities.
Decameal
Turning overlooked crab resources into sustainable, high-value ingredients for feed, agriculture, and health — a circular solution that strengthens food systems.
Kääpä Biotech
Europe’s leading provider of functional mushrooms, offering natural bioactive compounds that boost focus, immunity, and overall wellness.
EvaniUM Healthcare
Developing next-generation nutraceutical ingredients that improve solubility, bioavailability, and taste of natural compounds through their OPTISOLV® tech.
Aqvita SRL
Transforming tap water into functional, mineral-infused hydration with patented infusion technology — smart hydration with less waste.
Deliciously inspiring future
Each of these startups reflects a powerful shift toward a more sustainable, health-conscious, and innovative food ecosystem. What unites them is not just cutting-edge technology, but a shared mission to make better choices accessible for everyone — from the ingredients we consume to the systems that produce them. Events like Next Bite 2025 remind us that the future of food innovation is already here — and it’s deliciously inspiring.
