StartUp Bahrain Pitch celebrates innovation by awarding two new winners

The event featured an inspiring keynote speech about entrepreneurship by judging panel member Ayhem Ghanmi, Partner at truffl ventures, who was joined by some experienced local and regional judges, including: Sam Marchant, Partner at Inaugural; Feras Al Safwan, Investment Manager at Saudi Aramco Entrepreneurship Center; Mal Filipowska, Portfolio & Platform Manager at Seedstars.

The event’s edition focused on the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector and showcased seven Bahraini startups presenting their innovative ideas, including: Maiwa, a local brand that provides a range of healthy, well-balanced baby food and fruit-based snacks suitable for all ages; Loje Patisserie, founded by a passionate 13-year-old chef and specialized in creating delightful products that retain their shape without deforming and are made without any added chemicals; JERAR, Bahraini brand dedicated to the art of flavor, specializing in herbs, seasonings, and edible natural products; ReQahwa, an innovative startup dedicated to sustainability by upcycling coffee waste into high-quality charcoal; Grams & Cals, a dynamic startup focused on transforming snacking into a delightful and nutritious experience while offering a range of local, handmade snacks that serve as healthy alternatives without sacrificing flavor; The Salad Bar Café, a service that offers customizable dining experience that transforms cravings into personalized salad creations; and Jomon, Bahrain's first plant-based creamery, offering a diverse array of products, including vegan cheese, yogurt, labneh, and more.

After analyzing and evaluating each startup, the judges awarded first place to Grams & Cals, and second place to Loje Patisserie. Reflecting on their significant win, Feras Alshowaikh, one of the founders of the startup, showed deep gratitude for the chance to present their startup on a national platform.